Steelers place Roman Wilson on injured reserve for four weeks

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Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Steelers place Roman Wilson on injured reserve for four weeks
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed wide receiver Roman Wilson on injured reserve due to a finger injury, ruling him out for at least four games. Wilson, who had accumulated 14 receptions for 188 yards and two touchdowns this season, will miss the upcoming Week 6 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as well as games against the New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, and Cincinnati Bengals. His earliest return could be in Week 11 against the Philadelphia Eagles following a Week 9 bye. The Steelers elevated two wideouts from their practice squad to fill the roster gap.

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  • •Roman Wilson placed on injured reserve due to a finger injury.
  • •Out for at least four games, including Week 6 contest.
  • •Wilson had a breakout season with 14 catches and two touchdowns.
  • •Brandon Smith and Brandon Johnson elevated from practice squad.
  • •Steelers face Buccaneers in Week 6.
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  • 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers get brutal Roman Wilson injury news right before Week 6
  • 7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers put Roman Wilson on injured reserve
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Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson will be out of the lineup for an extended period of time.

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This is some massively unfortunate news for the Steelers and their young WR.

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