Buccaneers and Steelers rule out three players ahead of Week 6 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will host the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday in Week 6 of the NFL season. Both teams have released their injury reports, confirming that three players each are officially ruled out. Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield remains sidelined due to a dislocated thumb. Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. and wide receiver David Sills V are also unavailable for Tampa. For Pittsburgh, wide receivers Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek, along with safety DeShon Elliott, will not play. Star receiver DK Metcalf and several others are listed as questionable. The final injury designations will be confirmed 90 minutes before kick-off.
- •Bucs aim to build on their first win against the Steelers.
- •Baker Mayfield continues to recover from his thumb injury.
- •Pittsburgh's offense has been erratic, alternating wins and losses.
- •Final player availability to be confirmed before the game on Sunday.
- •Injuries could influence the outcome of this crucial matchup.
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers, Steelers Each Rule 3 Out For Week 6 Showdown, Trotter Questionable
"Both the Bucs and Steelers have three players officially out, and a few other key players who may or may not be able to play on Sunday.
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