3 Steelers defenders suffer knee injuries at training camp, per Mike Tomlin
Following practice on Thursday in Latrobe, Tomlin told reporters that three defensive tackles had suffered knee injuries during the previous day's first padded practice: Dean Lowry, Jacob Slade, and Esezi Otomewo.
Lowry, who signed a two-year contract with Pittsburgh back in April 2024, provided depth and experience on the defensive line — having played in 132 games over his nine-year career.
Slade, who has yet to make his NFL debut, signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Steelers in January after spending some time on the practice squad last season.
Otomewo, a fourth-year defender who's spent time with the Jaguars and Vikings, signed with Pittsburgh several months ago in free agency — a part of a clear plan to rebuild the run defense in the trenches.
Tomlin previously revealed Otomewo's injury at yesterday's media availability, but the thinning depth on the defensive line is concerning.
We at Steelers Wire will provide you health updates on these three players as training camp rolls on in Latrobe — with Friday Night Lights on August 1 potentially offering some more insight on the situation.
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