There’s finally clarity on the injury Pittsburgh Steelers rookie OT Troy Fautanu suffered during Friday’s practice that sent him to injured reserve and has knocked him out for the regular season. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Fautanu “essentially” suffered a dislocated kneecap. He’ll need surgery but could return should Pittsburgh make a postseason run.
Sources: #Steelers impressive rookie RT Troy Fautanu, who was placed on IR this week, suffered what is essentially a dislocated kneecap and will have surgery to repair the ligament damage.
Fautanu is out for the regular season, tho could return if PIT makes the playoffs.