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Steelers DB Suffers Ankle Injury
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The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a piece of their secondary in Week 11 after cornerback/safety Elijah Riley left in the third quarter with an ankle injury and has been ruled "doubtful" to return. 

Riley left early in the second half while the Browns were pushing to reach the 50-yard line. He went to the sideline where he was evaluated by trainers before being ruled "doubtful" to return to the game. 

Riley has taken over most of the slot work for the Steelers defense in sub-packages. With him off the field, Chandon Sullivan will take over, with Patrick Peterson being an option to bounce inside. Levi Wallace and James Pierre are also available if Pittsburgh needs to move players around. 

Riley is also a key contributor on special teams for the Steelers. He totaled three tackles against the Browns before his departure.

All Steelers will continue to provide updates on Riley's injury as more information becomes available. 

This article first appeared on FanNation All Steelers and was syndicated with permission.

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