The Steelers might not make it to the postseason. But if they do, they could see their roster bolstered by the return of both fullback Roosevelt Nix and wide receiver Ryan Switzer.
Both players were moved to the Reserve/Injured Designated to Return List by the team on Thursday.
That means both players are eligible to resume practicing with the Steelers (8-7) as they prepare for their regular season finale Sunday against the Ravens (13-2) in Baltimore. But neither player is eligible to play against the Ravens.
In fact, neither would be eligible to play in the first round of the AFC playoffs if the Steelers should happen to make it.