Chris Jones Out for Chiefs-Steelers Christmas Game

Elijah Jones of the Arizona Cardinals will miss the entirety of his rookie season after his 21-day practice window expired without activation from IR due to an ankle injury sustained during preseason. Meanwhile, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has been ruled out for the Christmas Day game against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a calf injury he suffered in the previous game against the Houston Texans. This will mark just the eighth game missed by Chris Jones since entering the league in 2016, as he has been a significant contributor with five sacks this season. The Chiefs, currently 14-1, aim to secure the AFC's top seed despite missing Jones and left tackle D.J. Humphries, while the Steelers are also dealing with injuries, including the absence of cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Pittsburgh can clinch the AFC North with wins in their final two games, adding pressure to both teams in this pivotal matchup. The game is set for 1 p.m. ET, with Kansas City looking to maintain their defensive prowess despite key absences.