NFL Player News

Bartch (foot) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Browns, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Bartch sustained a foot injury in the second half of Sunday's game, which is severe enough for him to not return. Spencer Burford will take over at left guard the rest of the way.

Samuel is active for Sunday's game against the Bills one day after being elevated from the practice squad, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

The cornerback had to recover from back surgery before signing with Pittsburgh on Nov. 11. Now, with Darius Slay (coach's decision) inactive, Samuel should see action in his first game with his new team.

Moore (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Broncos.

Moore was added to the injury report Sunday afternoon with an illness, and his ability to play likely hinges on his immune system. The wide receiver caught two of five targets for 28 yards in the Week 11 loss to the Dolphins. If the wide receiver can play, he will likely see a reduction in offensive snaps compared to Week 11 due to the return of fellow wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Treylon Burks.

Baccellia (arm) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Baccellia sustained the injury in the third quarter, and he's being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. He's contributed on special teams and on offense, so his absence means more snaps at wide receiver are available for Xavier Weaver and Greg Dortch.

Miller (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Miller has played in each of the Steelers' last two games after missing three games due to a broken finger. He's been used sparingly in the offense since his return and won't take the field Sunday, which opens the door for Ke'Shawn Williams and Ben Skowronek to see more work on offense. Miller's next chance to play is Week 14 against the Ravens on Sunday, Dec. 7.

Grable is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Grable was designated to return from injured reserve Monday after suffering a concussion in early August. The offensive lineman's return is likely due to the absence of starting tackles Spencer Brown (shoulder) and Dion Dawkins (concussion). Grable, a sixth-round pick from 2024, may be thrown into the fire against premier pass rushers T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith for his first regular-season start.

Slay (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

The veteran corner has fallen out of the starting lineup in recent weeks even when healthy, as he played on fewer than half of the defensive snaps last week against the Bears. With Asante Samuel officially in the fold after being elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Pittsburgh is going with a cornerback trio of Joey Porter, Samuel and James Pierre on the outside.

Butler (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Butler was unable to practice Thursday due to an illness, but he has progressed enough in his recovery to be cleared to play Sunday. The veteran defensive tackle has accumulated 33 tackles (16 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one fumble recovery across 10 regular-season games.

Matiscik (back) returned to Sunday's game against the Titans, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Matiscik returned to his role as long snapper in the third quarter of Sunday's game. The starter reclaimed his position from DaVon Hamilton and will likely play the rest of Sunday's contest.

Holmes (illness) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Holmes missed Friday's practice due to an illness, which appears to be severe enough for the 2020 fourth-rounder to not play Sunday. Greedy Vance and Jamal Adams are candidates for more defensive snaps in the secondary in Holmes' absence.