The Steelers wrapped up their preparation for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals, practicing inside on a rainy Friday.
And there is good news.
Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick was a full participant on Friday and isn't listed on the status report.
Fitzpatrick, who has missed the last four games with a hamstring injury, spoke after practice on Friday and was asked will you play on Sunday.
"Yup," was Fitzpatrick's reply.
The follow up was how he is feeling, and the answer was also simple and to the point.
"Great," answered Fitzpatrick.
Dealing with the hamstring injury is something that Fitzpatrick wasn't thrilled about, but he knew he had to let it heal properly.
"It's one of those things you have to take your time with, be patient," said Fitzpatrick.
The Steelers have dealt with their share of injuries this season, especially on defense, including losing two starters, Kwon Alexander and Cole Holcomb, for the year.
Somehow, someway, they manage to get it done.
"I think the mindset that Mike (Tomlin) puts in from team development in terms of guys not knowing when their chance is going to come but being ready when it comes, and I think that shows up," said defensive coordinator Teryl Austin. "I think guys, when they do get their opportunity, they're not on the side saying, hey, I'm never going to play. They do know, if they get their opportunity, if they do well at it, they'll have a chance at a great role.
"I think guys take that to heart in this building, and I think that's why we've been able to stay afloat."
This week will be the first time the defense will have Fitzpatrick, T.J. Watt and Cameron Heyward all active since Week 1 of the season, something that isn't lost on Austin.
"I think it helps our defense when we have three quality players like that," said Austin. "I think we've got to get those guys better and playing, and if we get them all together and we're playing well and we continue with an upward trajectory, I think we're going to like it.
"We have outstanding players, and those guys are three of the best at their position in the league. If we have all three of them on the field together, we can only hope we play better."
The full injury report is below.
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Pittsburgh Steelers Participation/Injury Report, Week 13
Game Status
No. 57 DT Montravius Adams (Ankle) - Questionable
Friday, December 1
No. 8 QB Kenny Pickett (Ankle) - Full
No. 11 WR Allen Robinson (NIR - Resting/Foot) - Full
No. 18 WR Diontae Johnson (Illness) - Full
No. 19 WR Calvin Austin (Ankle) - Full
No. 39 S Minkah Fitzpatrick (Hamstring) - Full
No. 42 CB James Pierre (Shoulder) - Limited
No. 57 DT Montravius Adams (Ankle) - Limited
No. 97 DT Cam Heyward (NIR- Resting/Groin) - Full
Thursday, November 30
No. 8 QB Kenny Pickett (Ankle) - Full
No. 11 WR Allen Robinson (NIR - Resting/Foot) - Full
No. 18 WR Diontae Johnson (Illness) - DNP
No. 19 WR Calvin Austin (Ankle) - Limited
No. 39 S Minkah Fitzpatrick (Hamstring) - Full
No. 42 CB James Pierre (Shoulder) - DNP
No. 57 DT Montravius Adams (Ankle) - Full
No. 97 DT Cam Heyward (NIR - Resting/Groin) - DNP
Wednesday, November 29
No. 8 QB Kenny Pickett (Ankle) - Full
No. 11 WR Allen Robinson (NIR - Resting/Foot) - DNP
No. 19 WR Calvin Austin (Ankle) - DNP
No. 20 CB Patrick Peterson (NIR - Resting) - DNP
No. 39 S Minkah Fitzpatrick (Hamstring) - Full
No. 57 DT Montravius Adams (Ankle) - Full
No. 73 G Isaac Seumalo (NIR - Resting) - DNP
No. 97 DT Cam Heyward (NIR - Resting/Groin) - DNP
Arizona Cardinals Participation/Injury Report, Week 13
Game Status
No. 33 CB Antonio Hamilton (Groin) - Out
No. 24 CB Starling Thomas V (Ankle) - Out
No. 65 OL Elijah Wilkinson (Neck) - Out
No. 14 WR Michael Wilson (Shoulder) - Out
No. 32 S Joey Blount (Knee) - Questionable
No. 2 WR Marquise Brown (Heel) - Questionable
No. 85 TE Trey McBride (Groin) - Questionable
No. 0 WR Zach Pascal (NIR-Personal) - Questionable
No. 92 DL Kevin Strong (Knee) - Questionable
No. 34 S Jalen Thompson (Ribs) - Questionable
Friday, December 1
No. 33 CB Antonio Hamilton (Groin) - DNP
No. 24 CB Starling Thomas V (Ankle) - DNP
No. 65 OL Elijah Wilkinson (Neck) - Limited
No. 14 WR Michael Wilson (Shoulder) - DNP
No. 32 S Joey Blount (Knee) - Limited
No. 2 WR Marquise Brown (Heel) - DNP
No. 85 TE Trey McBride (Groin) - Limited
No. 0 WR Zach Pascal (NIR-Personal) - DNP
No. 92 DL Kevin Strong (Knee) - Limited
No. 34 S Jalen Thompson (Ribs) - Limited
Thursday, November 30
No. 2 WR Marquise Brown (Heel) - DNP
No. 33 CB Antonio Hamilton (Groin) - DNP
No. 85 TE Trey McBride (Groin) - Limited
No. 0 WR Zach Pascal (NIR-Personal) - DNP
No. 24 CB Starling Thomas V (Ankle) - DNP
No. 34 S Jalen Thompson (Ribs) - Limited
No. 14 WR Michael Wilson (Shoulder) - DNP
No. 32 S Joey Blount (Knee) - Limited
No. 92 DL Kevin Strong (Knee) - DNP
No. 65 OL Elijah Wilkinson (Neck) - Limited
Wednesday, November 29
No. 2 WR Marquise Brown (Heel) - DNP
No. 33 CB Antonio Hamilton (Groin) - DNP
No. 85 TE Trey McBride (Groin) - DNP
No. 24 CB Starling Thomas V (Ankle) - DNP
No. 34 S Jalen Thompson (Ribs) - DNP
No. 14 WR Michael Wilson (Shoulder) - DNP
No. 32 S Joey Blount (Knee) - Limited
No. 92 DL Kevin Strong (Knee) - Limited
No. 65 OL Elijah Wilkinson (Neck) - Limited
Steelers fans, it's time to vote. And make sure you do it early, and often.
For your favorite Steelers players that is.
Voting is now open for the 2024 Pro Bowl Games, the second year for the new-look games.
The traditional Pro Bowl game has been replaced by days of activities, which will culminate with an AFC vs. NFC Flag Game at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida on Sunday, February 4.
Leading into the game there will be fun-filled and unique skill competitions, giving fans a different look at all of the league's top players.
Fans can vote for their favorite Steelers players now through Dec. 25. A social aspect of voting will be available beginning on Dec. 11, so keep an eye out for that.
Cast your votes today.
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