2023-12-03 21:42:26
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett faced another setback as he suffered an ankle injury during Sunday’s game once morest the Arizona Cardinals, ruling him out for the remainder of the matchup.
The injury happened during the second quarter when Pickettscrambling on a critical third-and-goal play, absorbed a hit just shy of the goal line.
Cardinals’ defensive lineman Jonathan Ledbetter tackled Pickett from behind, leading to the quarterback being attended to by training personnel.
Pickett was ultimately ruled out for the remainder of the game.
Veteran quarterback Mitchell Trubisky stepped in for Picketttaking Pittsburgh’s next snap in a crucial fourth-and-goal play, which resulted in no gain.
At the time of Pickett’s exit, the game was tied 3-3.
Pickett might face lengthy time off
Pickett, who completed 7 of 10 passes for 70 yards before the injury, had been dealing with an ankle injury during the week but did not miss any practice time.
Unfortunately, this marks the third game this season that Pickett has been forced to leave due to injury, adding to a history of in-game injuries during his career.
Despite facing in-game injuries on several occasions, Pickett has demonstrated resilience, often returning to start for the Steelers the following week.
In addition to Pickett’s injury, two other Steelers starters, Elandon Roberts and Isaac Seumalowere also injured during the game and did not return.
Roberts dealt with a groin injury, returning briefly before being ruled out, while Seumalo suffered a shoulder injury on the same play that Pickett was injured.
Pickett seen with ankle boot
After halftime, Pickett was seen on his team’s sideline out of uniform and sporting a walking boot on his right leg.
The game, which is being played in Pittsburghwent through an extensive weather delay in the third quarter.
At the start of the last quarter, the Cardinals were up 17-3.
The Steelers have a short week coming up as they are scheduled to host the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football in Week 14.
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