The Pittsburgh Steelers have declared seven players inactive for their Week 5 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Running backs Rico Dowdle and Eli Heidenreich, quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar, cornerbacks Jamel Dean and Terell Smith, and defensive end Kevin Jobity Jr. will not suit up for Sunday's game.
The announcement came via Steelers.com ahead of the team's trip to Indianapolis. The inactive list includes Dowdle and Heidenreich, who both provide depth at the running back position, while Howard and Allar add to quarterback options behind starter Kenny Pickett. On defense, the absence of cornerbacks Dean and Smith reduces options in the secondary. Kevin Jobity Jr., a defensive end, will also be missing from the lineup.
The Steelers’ decision affects both offensive and defensive squads as they prepare to face the Colts in this early-season encounter. The team’s active roster adjustments reflect the ongoing management of player availability as the NFL season progresses. The Colts will host the Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
This week’s inactive list is a snapshot of the Steelers’ current roster situation but does not include any official explanations for the absences. The team did not disclose injury details or other reasons behind the players being declared inactive. The full 53-man roster and starting lineup will be finalized closer to game time.
The Steelers have yet to confirm any other changes to their lineup for Week 5. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the team adapts without these seven players on the field.
According to Yahoo Sports.
