Steelers Lose Minkah Fitzpatrick Before Bengals Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without one of their best players in Week 16 after ruling out safety Minkah Fitzpatrick due to a knee injury against the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Fitzpatrick left in Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts after colliding with a teammate while going after a ball in the air. Head coach Mike Tomlin didn't have full clarity on the injury to start the week but did know the All-Pro would not be available this weekend. 

The Steelers are uncertain where they'll turn in his absence. After being ejected for an unnecessary roughness hit in Week 15, Damontae Kazee could be looking at a suspension this week. Trenton Thompson is dealing with a "stinger" and will be monitored throughout the week to declare his availability. 

Meanwhile, Pittsburgh will look at practice squader Eric Rowe as an option this week, and will hope that Elijah Riley will be able to return from Injured Reserve. He suffered an ankle injury several weeks ago. 

Pittsburgh will monitor a few injuries this week, including Thompson, Riley, quarterback Kenny Pickett (ankle) and defensive tackle Cam Heyward (concussion).