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Steelers Have Four Injuries to Open Browns Week

The Pittsburgh Steelers have some major injuries to deal with ahead of a big game against the Browns.

Stephen Thompson

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PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are dealing with four significant injuries, the majority of them on defense, as they prepare to visit the Cleveland Browns for a crucial divisional matchup in the crowded AFC North. 

The Steelers are hopeful they can get superstar safety Minkah Fitzpatrick back this week. Head coach Mike Tomlin said he's "battling" to play against the Browns but had no definitive update about his status. 

Tomlin and company will also keep a close eye on safety Keanu Neal, who suffered a rib injury late in last week's game against the Green Bay Packers. They'll do the same for defensive lineman Montravius Adams, who is dealing with an ankle injury. How much those two are able to participate in practice will determine if they're ready to go on gameday. 

Tomlin also said that there is no update on linebacker Kwon Alexander just yet. He's still being evaluated for an achillies injury that could end his season, but a determination is still being made, according to Tomlin. 

Tomlin added that he "feels good" about the prospects of tight end Pat Freiermuth returning this week. 

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STEPHEN THOMPSON

Stephen Thompson graduated with a bachelor's degree in communications and political science from Pitt in April 2022 after spending four years as a sports writer and editor at The Pitt News, the University of Pittsburgh's independent, student-run newspaper. He primarily worked the Pitt men's basketball beat, and filled in on coverage of football, volleyball, softball, gymnastics and lacrosse, in addition to other sports as needed. His work at The Pitt News has won awards from the Pennsylvania News Media Association and Associated College Press. During the spring and summer of 2021, Stephen interned for Pittsburgh Sports Now, covering baseball in western Pennsylvania. Hailing from Washington D.C., family ties have cultivated a love of Boston's professional teams and Pitt athletics, and a fascination with sports in general. 

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