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Steelers' DeShon Elliott Ruled Out With Right Knee Injury vs. Packers

The team will evaluate the starting safety's knee after he left unable to bear weight.

Overview

  • Steelers PR official Burt Lauten announced Elliott sustained a knee injury and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
  • Reporters on site noted Packers tight end Tucker Kraft rolled onto Elliott's right leg before trainers helped him off the field.
  • Elliott could not put pressure on his right leg as he exited, and the team has not provided a timetable for his return.
  • He previously missed time this season after a Week 1 knee injury and returned in Week 4 in Ireland.
  • Elliott joined Pittsburgh in 2024, earned a three-year extension after a career year, and the Steelers led Green Bay 16-7 at the time of reporting.