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David DeCastro: Released by Pittsburgh
The Steelers have released David DeCastro.At first glance, the move was a surprising one, but Mike Garafolo of NFL Network relays that the veteran guard has been dealing with ankle issues and is evaluating his playing future. Meanwhile, with DeCastro no longer in the team's O-line mix, the Steelers have reportedly had talks with free agent Trai Turner.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Full-go for Thursday's practice
David DeCastro (abdomen) was listed as a full participant for the Pittsburgh Steelers' practice session Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.The five-time Pro Bowler has only been able to suit up twice for Pittsburgh thus far in 2020, but he is trending towards a Week 7 appearance after improving from limited to full practice participation between Wednesday and Thursday. Despite DeCastro's absence for much of the season thus far, Pittsburgh is still tied for eighth best in the league with just 1.6 sacks allowed per game. He has a chance to suit up Sunday in a matchup of AFC unbeatens, as Tennessee plays host to the Steelers.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Out for Week 6
David DeCastro (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Browns, Teresa Varley of the Pittsburgh Steelers' official site reports.DeCastro suffered this injury last week against the Eagles and will now miss his third game of the season. Kevin Dotson is in line to start at right guard in DeCastro's place.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Exits Sunday's contest
David DeCastro left Sunday's game against the Eagles with an abdominal injury, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.DeCastro headed to the locker room to be evaluated during the first half and won't retake the field Sunday, per Pryor. Kevin Dotson is next up on the depth chart at right guard for Pittsburgh.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Practices in full
David DeCastro (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Pittsburgh Steelers' official site reports.DeCastro missed the first two games of 2020 and much of training camp due to a lingering knee injury, but it looks as though he's now back to full health. The starting left guard appears on track to suit up against Houston on Sunday.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Expecting to play Sunday
David DeCastro (knee) is expected to return to the field Sunday against the Texans, Gerry Dulac of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.DeCastro has missed the first two games of the season as he continues to deal with a lingering knee injury. Although reports say the veteran should be ready this week, look for this week's practice report to paint a clearer picture of DeCastro's status.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Remains out in Week 2
David DeCastro (knee) will remain out Sunday against the Broncos.DeCastro will miss a second consecutive game to start the season. Brooke Pryor of NFL Nation reports that rookie Kevin Dotson will start at right guard with DeCastro sidelined.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Ruled out for Week 1
David DeCastro (knee) has been ruled out for the team's Week 1 contest against the Giants, Missi Matthews of the Pittsburgh Steelers' official site reports.DeCastro was not able to participate in practice at all leading up the Steelers' opening contest. He was injured Aug. 28 during a scrimmage, so it's unclear when he may be able to return. Rookie Kevin Dotson and veteran Stefen Wisniewski are candidates to start in DeCastro's place at right guard.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Injured during scrimmage
David DeCastro exited Friday's scrimmage with an undisclosed injury, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.Head coach Mike Tomlin didn't have an update on DeCastro's condition, but he said there should be an update in the next few days.
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Steelers' David DeCastro: Returns to practice field
David DeCastro (undisclosed) practiced in pads Monday, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.DeCastro stayed on the sidelines for a week, but he's back in action to prepare for Week 1's matchup versus the Giants. The 30-year-old will start at right guard again this season.