The Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for their Week 10 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers without four key players. This includes starting left guard Isaac Seumalo, who is sidelined with a pectoral injury. Despite participating in Week 9’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, Seumalo has not recovered in time for tonight’s contest. Spencer Anderson will step in for him at guard.
Anderson expressed his readiness for the opportunity, likening his preparation to that of the preseason. He noted, “I’ve equated it to preseason. It has always been just preparing for the opportunity.”
Injuries Impacting the Steelers’ Roster
In addition to Seumalo, three other players will be inactive for this game:
- Receiver Scotty Miller – out due to a finger injury, missing his third consecutive game.
- Linebacker Cole Holcomb – sidelined with an illness, missing his second straight game.
- Safety Jabrill Peppers – is also inactive due to a quadricep injury, missing his second consecutive game.
The injury report has stressed the safety position for the Steelers. Jalen Ramsey will start at free safety for the second consecutive week. After moving around the defensive lineup, Ramsey is now adapting to the safety role, a transition he has not made since his freshman year in college. He commented, “It’s definitely new, for sure. It’s tough, but fun. I love football.”
Defensive Adjustments
Kyle Dugger will accompany Ramsey, starting at strong safety after joining from the New England Patriots just days earlier. Ramsey praised Dugger’s quick adaptability, noting the challenges of being traded midweek. He stated, “I’ve been enjoying being out there on the field with him, communicating and getting familiar with each other’s game.” Ramseys’s existing experience provides a strong foundation for their partnership in the defensive backfield.
| Inactive Players | Reason for Inactivity |
|---|---|
| Isaac Seumalo | Pectoral Injury |
| Scotty Miller | Finger Injury |
| Cole Holcomb | Illness |
| Jabrill Peppers | Quadricep Injury |
The Steelers aim to navigate these challenges against the Chargers as they look to secure a victory in Week 10. Each player’s absence will require key adjustments and the emergence of backup talent to maintain team performance.
