PITTSBURGH — Less than a week after he was optimistic about COVID-19. Steelersedge rusher T.J. Wattwas activated using the reserve/COVID-19 record in advance of Sunday’s recreation toward the Baltimore Ravens.
Watt was optimistic about COVID-19 Monday, and left the protocols with an unfavorable second look Saturday morning.
Watt’s return is critical for reeling protection, which may already be without a cornerback Joe Haden (foot). (foot) Isaiah Buggs(ankle and inside linebacker) Robert Spillane(COVID-19), are also out, while defensive linesmen Cam HeywardAnd Isaiahh LoudermilkSickness caused Friday’s missed observe. The Steelers will monitor every play throughout the weekend, but neither was designated as a danger in the final observe report.
Watt is second in the NFL with 12.5 sacks, just behind the Cleveland Browns‘ Myles Garrett (14.0).
Watt couldn’t observe with the Steelers due to league protocols. But, he was concerned about the Steelers and Keith Butler, defensive coordinator stated that Watt seemed ready to watch the Ravens.
Butler stated that while he hopes we now have him, we now have to plan for the possibility that we don’t. This is something we must do all the time. We can make a profit if we get him.
John Harbaugh, Ravens coach, told reporters that Watt would be available to the Steelers.
Watt was able to relax the hip and knee injuries he suffered from a tie with the Detroit LionsOn Nov. Watt did not win the loss to Watt Los Angeles ChargersThe accidents were rescheduled for the following week. Cincinnati Bengals.
Quarterback Ben RoethlisbergerAfter being positive for COVID-19, he missed one recreation and returned to the clinic after seven days. Minkah FitzpatrickAnd Ray-Ray McCloudThe Steelers still have Spillane (offensive lineman) who missed the COVID-19 record. Joe Haeg— In the protocol.