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Kenny Pickett availability officially nixed
We've got disappointing news for Steelers fans who were hoping to see Kenny Pickett return to the lineup this week: He's officially out.
Mike Tomlin confirmed on Thursday that Pickett won't be able to go against the Bengals on Saturday. Mason Rudolphin will start in his place.
Pickett was listed as a limited participant for Thursday's practice, but he's clearly ramping up.
QB drills at Steelers practice today, where Kenny Pickett went second in individual drills behind Mason Rudolph.
— Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) December 20, 2023
Yesterday he went fourth, after PS QB Trace McSorley pic.twitter.com/Nv3bXy4iYk
More patience is required. The goalposts for a return have now moved to New Year's Eve when the Steelers take on the Seahawks in Seattle.
Pickett injured his ankle against the Cardinals. He's missed two games since, both losses, and will miss a third at least.
Pittsburgh can't be eliminated from playoff contention this weekend, so that's the plus side.