Pickens, Watt, Bateman injury updates for Ravens vs. Steelers.
Week 16 Saturday Night Football brings a heated AFC North showdown as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. With the division title on the line, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Injuries will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this physical matchup.
Pittsburgh leads the last five matchups, winning four of them. The Steelers have outscored the Ravens 82-65 across these meetings.
Saturday is one of the all-time great football-watching days:
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🏈12 PM: SMU @ Penn St.
🏈1 PM: Texans @ Chiefs
🏈4 PM: Clemson @ Texas
🏈4:30 PM: Steelers @ Ravens
🏈8 PM: Tennessee @ Ohio St.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the injury report for both teams and its potential impact on the game.
Game Time: Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, 4:30 p.m. ET
The Steelers will be without key offensive playmaker George Pickens, who’s sidelined with a hamstring injury. His absence puts more pressure on Russell Wilson and Najee Harris to sustain drives against a Ravens defense ranked 17th in the NFL. Additionally, the potential loss of DeShon Elliott weakens Pittsburgh’s secondary against Lamar Jackson’s dynamic offense.
For the Ravens, the injury report is equally concerning. Jalyn Armour-Davis and Nelson Agholor’s statuses raise questions about Baltimore’s depth in the secondary and receiving corps. The uncertain availability of Rashod Bateman and Odafe Oweh could further limit their offensive and defensive flexibility.
| Player | Position | Injury | Tue | Wed | Thu | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Agholor | WR | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Jalyn Armour-Davis | CB | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Rashod Bateman | WR | Foot | (-) | LP | DNP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Daniel Faalele | G | Knee | LP | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Justice Hill | RB | NIR – Personal | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
| Adisa Isaac | OLB | Hamstring | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Diontae Johnson | WR | NIR – Personal | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Sanoussi Kane | S | Hamstring | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Odafe Oweh | OLB | Ankle | (-) | LP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| T.J. Tampa | CB | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
| Ar’Darius Washington | S | Ankle | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
| Player | Position | Injury | Tue | Wed | Thu | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Fields | QB | Abdominal | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| Patrick Queen | LB | NIR – Resting Vet | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
| George Pickens | WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | OUT |
| DeShon Elliott | DB | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | LP | DOUBTFUL |
| Donte Jackson | CB | Back | DNP | DNP | LP | QUESTIONABLE |
| T.J. Watt | OLB | Ankle | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
| Cameron Heyward | DT | NIR – Resting Vet | DNP | DNP | FP | (-) |
| Larry Ogunjobi | DT | Groin | LP | LP | FP | QUESTIONABLE |
| Elandon Roberts | OLB | NIR – Resting Vet | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
George Pickens remains out after sustaining a hamstring injury during practice ahead of Week 14’s game against the Cleveland Browns. His absence is a significant blow to Pittsburgh’s passing game, which has relied on his explosiveness and ability to stretch the field.
T.J. Watt, a crucial component of the Steelers’ defense, practiced fully on Thursday and carries no injury designation for the game. His presence will be pivotal in containing Lamar Jackson and disrupting Baltimore’s offensive rhythm.
DeShon Elliott’s hamstring injury leaves him doubtful for Saturday’s game. As the team’s second-leading tackler, Elliott’s absence could expose Pittsburgh to big plays in the secondary, especially against a mobile quarterback like Lamar Jackson.
Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
Where to watch:
Location: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland
Read More: Week 16 Saturday Night Football Chiefs vs Texans Injury Report: Who’s in, Who’s out?
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