Steelers place Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:06 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve as of October 11, 2026, following an aggravation of a left foot injury. Pittman sustained the injury during practice in Week 5 and has been seen using a walking boot and mobility scooter. Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed Pittman is expected to miss at least four games, with his earliest possible return set for November 15 against the Cincinnati Bengals, after the team's bye week. This injury continues to affect Pittman's season, as he missed a game earlier in the season due to the same issue.
- •Pittman Jr. placed on injured reserve on October 11, 2026.
- •Suffered aggravation of a prior foot injury.
- •Must miss at least four games before returning.
- •Earliest return date is November 15 against the Bengals.
- •Previously missed Week 2 due to the same injury.
- 12:06 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers place wide receiver on injured reserve
"Pittman must now miss at least four games, meaning the earliest he can return is after the team’s bye, on Nov. 15 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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