Steelers' Coach Danny Smith Injured in Sideline Collision
Smith requires surgery after rotator cuff torn in three places during game against Packers.
- Steelers' special teams coach Danny Smith suffered a torn rotator cuff in three places following a sideline collision during the game against the Green Bay Packers.
- The injury occurred when Packers' offensive lineman Zach Tom delivered a late hit on Steelers' safety Damontae Kazee, who then collided with Smith.
- Smith, who has been with the Steelers since 2013, will require surgery to repair the injury.
- Despite the injury, Smith is expected to be back on the sideline for the Steelers' upcoming game against the Cleveland Browns.
- Smith's injury sparked a scuffle on the sidelines, which ended when Steelers' tight end Rodney Williams lifted Smith and moved him away from the commotion.