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Steelers elevate Lew Nichols from practice squad for Bengals matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 8:34 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Steelers elevate Lew Nichols from practice squad for Bengals matchup
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers have promoted running back Lew Nichols from their practice squad ahead of their AFC North game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Nichols, a seventh-round draft pick in 2023, had a standout college career, leading FBS with 1,848 rushing yards in 2021. With injuries sidelining top tailbacks Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, Nichols is expected to contribute significantly. Dowdle has been ruled out for the game due to a toe injury. Nichols is ready to capitalize on this opportunity to showcase his hard-hitting running style.

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  • •Lew Nichols was called up from the practice squad on September 26, 2026.
  • •Jaylen Warren is dealing with a shoulder injury for the Steelers.
  • •Rico Dowdle has been ruled out against the Bengals.
  • •Nichols topped the FBS in rushing yards in 2021 with 1,848 yards.
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Ahead of Sunday’s AFC North clash with the Cincinnati Bengals, the Pittsburgh Steelers called up running back Lew Nichols from […]

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