Steelers Injuries Mount in Loss to Colts

The Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive line and backfield have been severely impacted by injuries. Starting right guard James Daniels is out for the season with an Achilles tear, while running back Cordarrelle Patterson exited with an ankle injury during the Steelers' 27-24 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. Daniels had been a consistent performer since joining from the Chicago Bears in 2022, and his absence compounds the team's injury woes, with Isaac Seumalo and rookie Troy Fautanu also sidelined. Patterson was leading the team's rushing efforts with 43 yards on six carries before his injury. The Steelers, who started the season 3-0, suffered their first loss under quarterback Justin Fields, who put up a solid performance with 312 passing yards and three total touchdowns. The Colts, despite injuries to key players like Jonathan Taylor and Anthony Richardson, managed to secure their second win of the season.