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Russell Wilson is getting closer to being ready to play.

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said in his Tuesday press conference that Wilson will be a full participant in practice on Wednesday. This marks a shift from Wilson’s previous level of on-field work.

Related players: Justin Fields

Tomlin said Wilson can now work without restrictions and the team plans to do just that with Wilson. The story said, however, it doesn’t mean Wilson is ready to come in and be the starter, as Fields is still slated to take first-team practice snaps.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin said there is no underlying story as to why WR George Pickens played only 34 of 57 snaps in Week 5.

On one series in the second half, Pickens remained on the bench. Tomlin went on to say the team wants to minimize his reps to get more productivity, comparing it to a defensive lineman like Cam Hayward getting less work, and added "it's no different." This may or may not be something to watch. Pickens likely isn't happy with reduced snaps, but we'll have to see if this becomes a trend going forward.

The Steelers will be without RB Jaylen Warren (ankle) on Sunday night against the Cowboys. Rookie Aaron Shampklin will be the complement to Najee Harris in the Pittsburgh backfield.

Shampklin, a 2022 UDFA rookie out of Harvard, has one career carry, which came in Week 4. It's a good bet that Najee Harris receives nearly the entire workload with Cordarrelle Patterson also dealing with an injury. Harris is a locked in RB2.

The Steelers’ first loss of the season apparently won’t be prompting a quarterback change, from Justin Fields back to Russell Wilson, who technically remains QB1.

Asked on Tuesday whether he’s preparing Fields to start the Week 5 Sunday night home game against the Cowboys, coach Mike Tomlin said, “Yes I am,” via Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com.

Other reports today have said Tomlin told reporters that Wilson will have a “strong work day” on Tuesday, and that Wilson’s practice participation will increase. Wilson, per Tomlin, likely will have a “live pocket,” according to the story.

Steelers RB Jaylen Warren (knee) is out for Sunday vs. Colts.

QB Russell Wilson (calf) is questionable again.

Related Players: Najee Harris, Cordarrelle Patterson

While Harris gets an obvious boost for Week 4, don't ignore Patterson, who Arthur Smith loves to utilize. Harris is still capped as an RB2, but Patterson is a sneaky play as someone who could pop up in this situation for 10-15 opportunities.

Sources: Steelers RB Najee Harris is expected to be fine and is likely to be ready for Sunday’s game vs the Colts.

Related players: Jaylen Warren, Cordarrelle Patterson

Reports said Harris was seen in the locker room with a sling on his right arm on Monday. However, there doesn't seem to be any concern. We reported Monday that Warren was getting an MRI on his knee, however there has been no word about the results. If Warren can't go, look for Patterson to be more involved.

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin isn’t making any pronouncements about the long-term starter at quarterback, but he also isn’t doing anything to suggest it won’t be Justin Fields.

“As we walk in the building tomorrow, I want Fields singularly focused on starting for us,” Tomlin said.

Related players: Russell Wilson

Fields moved into the starting role when Wilson hurt his calf ahead of the season opener and he’s presided over three straight wins for the Steelers, the story said. On Tuesday, Tomlin said Wilson is set for another limited practice on Wednesday. The story pointed out Tomlin has repeatedly said that the team could consider other options when Wilson’s participation level changes. It seems as long as Fields is the starter and they keep winning, there isn't much need to make a change.

Najee Harris had a sling on his right arm in the Steelers locker room today.

Jaylen Warren is getting an MRI on his knee.

Related players: Cordarrelle Patterson, Aaron Shampklin, Jonathan Ward

There hasn't been word yet about how significant the injuries to Harris and Warren are, but at this point it's not great news. Patterson likely wouldn't carry a workload which leaves Shampkin and Ward, who are both on the team's practice squad. This could be a situation to watch closely as we go through the week. The Steelers play at the Colts in an early Sunday game in Week 4.

It looks like Justin Fields will be at quarterback for the Steelers again this week.

Fields has started both games for the 2-0 team and head coach Mike Tomlin said in a Tuesday press conference that the team is preparing to start him against the Chargers this Sunday as well.

Related players: Russell Wilson

Wilson was set to start before a calf injury and Tomlin said that Wilson is not going to fully participate when the team resumes its practice schedule on Wednesday. Tomlin added that the team won’t give any consideration to changing quarterbacks until that changes and Wilson is able to do quality work with the team.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin tells reporters that the team is listing Russell Wilson (calf) as questionable for Sunday, but added: "If his availability is questionable, then starting is less so.”

Sounds like another week of Justin Fields starting against the Broncos.

Fields is definitely an interesting streaming choice for anyone worried about their quarterback's matchup. The ceiling is not great, but his rushing ability plants him firmly in the top-15, even in a tough matchup.