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Steelers Expect Jaylen Warren to Play in Dublin After Knee Scare

ESPN reports he is expected to suit up after Pittsburgh elevated Trey Sermon for depth.

Overview

  • Warren was added to Friday’s injury report with a knee issue and is officially listed as questionable after being limited in all three practices.
  • Pittsburgh elevated veteran running back Trey Sermon from the practice squad, with his role also covering kickoff returns after rookie Kaleb Johnson was pulled from that duty.
  • If Warren is limited or cannot go, the Steelers are prepared to lean more on Kenneth Gainwell and Sermon, according to multiple reports.
  • Through three games, Warren leads Pittsburgh with 274 yards from scrimmage on 54 touches, highlighting his value to the offense.
  • Tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. are questionable, edge rusher Alex Highsmith is out, and kickoff vs. the Vikings is 9:30 a.m. ET at Croke Park in Dublin.