Final Injury Report for Bengals-Steelers: Will Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Warren Play?

The Pittsburgh Steelers may be without multiple key players in Sunday afternoon’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

by Nathaniel Holloway

Sep 27, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers may be without multiple key players in Sunday afternoon’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are at home Sunday afternoon as they host the Cincinnati Bengals in a Week 3 AFC North showdown.

Pittsburgh enters Sunday’s game with a 1-1 record after losing on the road to the New England Patriots in Week 2.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8)

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In their loss to the Patriots, Aaron Rodgers led the way for the Steelers as he recorded 187 passing yards and an interception while Jaylen Warren added 43 rushing yards.

The Steelers will try to bounce back Sunday as they face off against the Bengals in a tough home matchup.

Cincinnati enters Sunday’s contest with a 2-0 record after defeating the Houston Texans on the road in dominant fashion in Week 2.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9)

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Joe Burrow led the way for the Bengals in their victory over the Texans as he ended the game with 207 passing yards and two passing touchdowns while Ja’Marr Chase recorded 75 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.

While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Sunday afternoon’s matchup, one may be without multiple key players due to injuries.

Bengals Injury Report: Will Andrei Iosivas Play?

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas (80)

The Bengals have two players listed on their injury report, including wide receiver Andrei Iosivas.

Cincinnati has ruled out Iosivas due to a thumb injury after he was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

The Bengals have listed defensive tackle B.J. Hill as doubtful and he is expected to miss his second straight game.

Steelers Injury Report: Will Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Warren Play?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11)

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The Steelers have seven players listed on their injury report, including wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and running back Jaylen Warren.

Pittsburgh has listed Pittman Jr. as available and he will play despite previously being listed as questionable due to a foot injury.

The Steelers have also listed Warren as available and he will play despite previously being listed as questionable with a shoulder injury.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30)

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Cornerback Jamel Dean has been listed as available and will play despite dealing with an ankle injury.

Rico Dowdle has been ruled out due to a toe injury as he will miss his first game of the season. With Dowdle sidelined, Warren and Eli Heidenreich could both be in line for increased roles.

Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has been ruled out due to a back injury while guard Gennings Dunker has been ruled out due to a knee injury.

Fans can catch Sunday afternoon’s matchup between the Bengals and Steelers from Acrisure Stadium at 1 p.m. ET on CBS in both teams’ home markets and select other locations across the country. Check local listings for games available in your area.