Almost every inside linebacker the Pittsburgh Steelers started the season with is now gone, out with injuries. Cole Holcomb and Kwon Alexander were lost for the season in consecutive weeks, while Elandon Roberts’ long-term status is currently unknown but seemingly unlikely to return in the very near future.
Given the circumstances, the team has had to put the front office into overdrive seeking the best available options, especially after the trade deadline. Since the start of the season, they Steelers have added Mykal Walker, Myles Jack, and Blake Martinez, all of whom have seen the field. Most recently, they added another veteran, Jaylon Smith, to their practice squad, and he is quite confident he could play on Sunday if needed.