Eli Heidenreich dealing with hamstring injury ahead of preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:39 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie running back Eli Heidenreich is dealing with a hamstring injury sustained during training camp. Heidenreich sat out his second consecutive practice on Friday as the Steelers prepare for their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers less than a week away. While the injury is not considered serious and he is listed as day-to-day, concerns arise about the impact on his preparation and practice reps. The Steelers may prioritize caution regarding his participation in the upcoming matchup.
- •Heidenreich sat out two practices due to a hamstring injury.
- •The preseason opener against the Packers is on August 13, 2026.
- •Injury status is day-to-day with no serious concern reported.
- •Heidenreich's role is crucial as co-RB5 behind four other running backs.
- •The team may hold him out to prevent further injury.
- 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers fan-favorite rookie dealing with injury as preseason opener looms
"A Pittsburgh Steelers rookie is dealing with a hamstring injury suffered at training camp, and the timing couldn’t be worse.
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