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Dowdle's Return Looms: Will He Start vs. Colts?
11 Oct
Summary
- Rico Dowdle's status for the Colts game is uncertain, pending pre-game warmups.
- Jaylen Warren has significantly outperformed expectations in Dowdle's absence.
- Warren is expected to remain the primary running back even if Dowdle plays.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle is questionable for the upcoming matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. His participation will be a game-time decision, pending the results of pre-game warmups as he recovers from a toe injury that has sidelined him for the past two contests.
In Dowdle's absence, Jaylen Warren has emerged as a significant offensive force. Over the last two games, Warren accumulated 220 rushing yards and made six receptions for 82 yards. This impressive performance contrasts sharply with his earlier output, where he managed only 89 rushing yards in the first two games while sharing reps with Dowdle.
Dowdle, who joined the Steelers in free agency, has had limited impact this season, with only 37 rushing yards in his two appearances. Even with a potential return to the field, the team expects Warren to maintain his role as the lead running back in the Steelers' offense.
