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Potentially Massive Blow for Steelers Defensive Line

For the second week in a row, the Pittsburgh Steelers have made defensive lineman Yahya Black a late addition to…

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 4:41 PM
Potentially Massive Blow for Steelers Defensive Line
Key Things to Know
  • Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Yahya Black is officially questionable against the Colts due to personal reasons.
  • Starting defensive tackle Derrick Harmon is already ruled out for several weeks with a foot injury.
  • Rookie Gabriel Rubio is expected to make his NFL debut on Sunday in place of Harmon.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers added defensive lineman Yahya Black to their injury report on Saturday, listing him as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts due to personal reasons. This marks the second consecutive week Black was a late addition to the injury report, though he previously played against the Cleveland Browns after being designated questionable.

Black's potential absence arrives as the Steelers already face depth issues on the defensive front, with starting defensive tackle Derrick Harmon sidelined for several weeks with a foot injury. Rookie Gabriel Rubio is expected to make his NFL debut, while undrafted rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. could enter the lineup if Black cannot play.

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