Rico Dowdle sidelined for Steelers' matchup with Browns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle will not play in Thursday night's game against the Cleveland Browns due to a toe injury he sustained in Week 2. Dowdle was injured while scrambling for a fumble during a loss to the New England Patriots, and he has recorded 15 carries for 37 yards along with four receptions for 28 yards so far this season. While he is not the starting running back, his absence is felt as the Steelers look to improve. The team has ruled Dowdle week-to-week, suggesting he may return for their Week 5 game against the Indianapolis Colts.
- •Rico Dowdle has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Browns.
- •Dowdle suffered a toe injury in a Week 2 loss to the Patriots.
- •He has totaled 15 carries for 37 yards and four catches this season.
- •The Steelers consider Dowdle week-to-week regarding his injury.
- •Dowdle could return for the Week 5 matchup against the Colts.
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