Seahawks Get Massive Boost Before Steelers Game

The Seattle Seahawks get two stars back against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

PITTSBURGH -- The Seattle Seahawks had some worrisome injuries throughout the week, but just in time for kickoff against the Pittsburgh Steelers, they got some very positive news within their offense. 

Despite missing practice time throughout the week, the Seahawks are expecting to have both running back Kenneth Walker (shoulder/illness) and wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) on the field in Week 17 against the Steelers. Both Walker and Metcalf are listed as questionable heading into the game, but according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, both are expected to play. 

#Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker III (shoulder, illness) and WR DK Metcalf (back) are both listed as questionable and both are in a good place to play, sources said.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 31, 2023

Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was hoping Metcalf would play in Week 17, admitting he had this matchup circled as soon as he knew the two would face off this season. 

“Like every matchup, I’m ready for it, I’ve been looking forward to it," Porter said. "This is a big one. Everyone’s been talking about it and I’m not going to lie, I’ve had this one circled up on my calendar so I’m ready to go to work.”

This season, Metcalf has caught 60 passes for 998 yards and eight touchdowns. Walker has rushed for 774 yards and seven touchdowns. 

The Steelers will be without Minkah Fitzpatrick (knee), Elandon Roberts (pectoral) and Trenton Thompson (neck) against the Seahawks, and have listed Kenny Pickett (ankle) as questionable. They'll still start Mason Rudolph at quarterback whether Pickett plays or not. 

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