Rico Dowdle active for Steelers vs. Saints after knee injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 12:38 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Rico Dowdle is active for the Pittsburgh Steelers' matchup against the New Orleans Saints on October 25, 2026, in Paris, France. Dowdle faced uncertainty heading into the game due to a knee injury but logged three limited practices throughout the week. He previously returned from a toe injury, contributing seven carries for 40 yards and three receptions for nine yards in the Steelers' Week 6 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The kickoff for the game is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. ET and will be broadcast on NFL Network.
- •Steelers face the Saints on October 25, 2026.
- •Dowdle was listed as questionable leading up to the game.
- •He logged three consecutive limited practices this week.
- •Dowdle contributes after previously returning from a toe injury.
- •The game will air on NFL Network at 9:30 a.m. ET.
- 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Is Rico Dowdle playing today? Latest injury update for Steelers vs. Saints game
"Rico Dowdle's knee injury raised questions ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 7 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Find out the latest on his availability.
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