The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially confirmed that defensive tackle Isaiahh Loudermilk will not participate in the AFC wild-card game against the Houston Texans on January 15, 2024. Initially listed as questionable, Loudermilk has been dealing with an ankle injury since Week 2 of the regular season.
Despite returning to limited practice sessions on both Friday and Saturday, Loudermilk’s condition did not improve sufficiently for him to be activated from injured reserve. The Steelers, with a season record of 10-7, will face the Texans, who finished the regular season at 12-5.
Loudermilk, 28, has played a total of 60 games in his career, starting in seven of those. Since being drafted by the Steelers in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, he has accumulated 63 tackles and one sack. His absence will be felt as the Steelers prepare for this critical playoff matchup.
The impact of Loudermilk’s injury could be significant, as the Steelers look to strengthen their defensive line against a formidable Texans offense. With the stakes high in the playoffs, the team must adapt quickly to these unexpected challenges.
As the game approaches, fans will be keenly watching for how the Steelers adjust their lineup and strategies to compensate for Loudermilk’s absence, hoping to secure a victory and advance further in the postseason.
