Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean returns to practice ahead of Buccaneers game
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:04 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean returned to practice on October 15, after missing Week 5 due to an ankle injury. Dean had not participated in practices leading up to the game against the Indianapolis Colts, but expressed eagerness to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6. With Dean unavailable last week, the Steelers relied on Asante Samuel Jr. and rookie Daylen Everette. If Dean is cleared, he is expected to start alongside Samuel.
- •Jamel Dean missed Week 5 due to an ankle injury.
- •He returned to practice on October 15.
- •Dean expressed confidence in playing against the Buccaneers.
- •Asante Samuel Jr. and Daylen Everette filled in as starters last week.
- •If cleared, Dean will likely start opposite Samuel.
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"Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott continues working toward his return from injured reserve after being limited in Wednesday's practice.
"Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean returned to practice on Wednesday after missing Week 5 due to injury.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 15, 2026, 8:04 PMSteelers get DeShon Elliott injury update ahead of Week 6 game vs. Buccaneers
Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott continues working toward his return from injured reserve after being limited in Wednesday's practice.
- Yahoo SportsOct 15, 2026, 7:42 PMSteelers get promising injury update ahead of Week 6 game vs. Buccaneers
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean returned to practice on Wednesday after missing Week 5 due to injury.
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