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Steelers Place DeShon Elliott and Daniel Ekuale on IR After Knee Injuries

Reports indicate Ekuale tore his ACL, with Elliott facing a lengthy absence due to significant knee damage.

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Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (85) scores a touchdown against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb (below) during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (85) runs the ball against Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Darius Slay (23) and safety DeShon Elliott (25) during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale (96) reacts after an apparent injury during the second quarter against the Green Bay Packersat Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The team announced Friday that Elliott and Ekuale were moved to injured reserve, opening two roster spots.
  • Ian Rapoport reports Ekuale suffered a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the season.
  • Elliott’s ACL is intact but associated knee damage will sideline him at least four games and likely much of the season.
  • Pittsburgh plans to cover the safety void with recent trade acquisition Kyle Dugger, newly signed Darrick Forest and incumbent Juan Thornhill.
  • Ekuale’s loss boosts roles for interior linemen Esezi Otomewo and Logan Lee as the Steelers prepare for Week 9 against the Colts.