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Steelers’ Week Seven Friday Injury Report: T.J. Watt Good To Go, Two Other Players Questionable

The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their Friday injury report for Week 7 against the New Orleans Saints. The team has just arrived in Paris, France, and unfortunately, Friday’s practice was canceled due to weather. As a result, today’s injury report…

By Troy Montgomery · Steelers Depot

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12:41 PM

Key Things to Know

T.J. Watt is cleared to play against the Saints, while Rico Dowdle and DeShon Elliott are questionable.
Wide receiver Ben Skowronek and cornerback Brandin Echols have been ruled out for Week 7.
Safety DeShon Elliott remains on injured reserve but could be activated ahead of Sunday's game.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers released their final injury report ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. Outside linebacker T.J. Watt was listed as a full participant following a calf issue and will play. Meanwhile, running back Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott are officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game.

Wide receiver Ben Skowronek and cornerback Brandin Echols have been ruled out. Head coach Mike McCarthy expressed optimism regarding Elliott's potential activation from injured reserve, while edge rusher Alex Highsmith is expected to play after managing a groin issue.

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Steelers’ Week Seven Friday Injury Report: T.J. Watt Good To Go, Two Other Players Questionable

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