Injury Update: Tomlin Rules Out One Starter, Two Others Questionable

Steelers injuryPittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin offered an injury update on the team ahead of its Week Four game against the Minnesota Vikings. One that will take place in Dublin, Ireland for Steelers first international game since 2013. During his Tuesday press conference, Tomlin ruled out one defensive starter.

“You can characterize Alex Highsmith as out this week with his ankle,” Tomlin said via the team’s YouTube channel. “DeShon Elliott and Joey Porter certainly have a chance. I just saw DeShon working out a few minutes ago.”

Tomlin noted Elliott and Porter’s practice participation will help determine if they suit up for the Vikings’ game.

Tomlin also noted “bumps and bruises”…