Overview
- T.J. Watt was ruled out against the Browns, marking his third consecutive missed game.
- NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Steelers expect him for their next meaningful game, either Week 18 at Baltimore or the wild-card round, depending on stakes.
- He suffered a partially collapsed lung during a December 10 dry-needling treatment and underwent surgery.
- Tracy Wolfson relayed Tomlin’s stance that Watt won’t be activated until he logs a full practice week, reflecting a cautious approach to his recovery.
- Pittsburgh anticipates linebacker Nick Herbig’s return for the Cleveland game after a hamstring absence.