PITTSBURGH--Late in the first quarter of the Pittsburgh Steelers' game against the Tennessee Titans on Thursday night, inside linebacker Cole Holcomb had to be carried off the field due to a knee injury.
He's officially out of the running.
Holcomb was behind on the play after quarterback Will Levis connected with wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins for a significant gain. After taking Hopkins down, Steelers safety Keanu Neal charged in to complete the tackle, slamming into Holcomb's leg.
The moment Holcomb got on the field, Steelers athletic trainers ran over to tend to his left knee. A cart shortly appeared, and teammates crowded around Holcomb as he was placed into the back.
After spending four years with the Washington Commanders, Holcomb signed a free agent contract with the Steelers. He plays a crucial role in a three-man inside linebacker rotation that also includes Kwon e linebacker rotation that also includes Alexander and Elandon Roberts. This season, Holcomb has made 52 tackles, including four for loss. In addition, he caused two fumbles and recovered one. This season, Holcomb has participated in 85% of the defensive snaps for the Steelers.
