The Pittsburgh Steelers will welcome back wide receiver George Pickens for their Christmas matchup, while they will be without quarterback Justin Fields once again. Pickens is set to make his return after missing three games due to a hamstring injury, and he was not listed on the team’s final injury report, indicating he is ready to play.
In contrast, quarterback Justin Fields remains sidelined with an abdominal injury that kept him out last week as well. Fields was marked as questionable but will not take the field on Wednesday.
The Steelers have also ruled out cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and wide receiver Ben Skowronek as part of their inactive players, alongside linebacker Preston Smith and defensive lineman Dean Lowry.
On the Kansas City Chiefs’ side, defensive tackle Chris Jones is ruled out because of a calf injury, while right tackle Jawaan Taylor is cleared to play after being questionable due to a knee issue. Defensive back Chamarri Conner and left tackle D.J. Humphries will miss another game, and several other players, including defensive end Josh Uche, are also inactive for the match.
This game presents an opportunity to look forward to increased efforts from the Steelers’ receiving corps, particularly with Pickens back, who can provide a significant boost to their offense during this crucial game period.
As fans gear up for the game, the focus now shifts to how the Steelers will adapt their strategy in the absence of Fields, putting the spotlight on their offensive performance with the returning Pickens, who has shown great potential when on the field.