Rico Dowdle limited in Pittsburgh Steelers practice on October 22
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle was limited in practice on Thursday, October 22, due to a knee injury. Dowdle returned to action last week, contributing seven carries as Jaylen Warren remained the primary back in the offense. As the Steelers prepare for Week 7, it remains uncertain how Dowdle’s participation will affect the team's running game moving forward.
- •Dowdle participated in a limited capacity in practice on Thursday.
- •He returned from injury last week with seven carries.
- •Jaylen Warren is currently the main back for the Steelers.
- •The Steelers are preparing for their upcoming Week 7 game.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Rico Dowdle limited in practice on Thursday
"The Steelers running back is doing his best to be ready for Week 7.
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