Steelers Hoping For Boost From Michael Pittman Jr.

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping to get a boost at wide receiver with Michael Pittman Jr. nearing a return from a foot injury. Pittman has been limited to three games this season but could be back when the Steelers face Cincinnati with first place in the AFC North on the line. Coach Mike McCarthy says Pittman is “getting close” and is scheduled to work out early in the week to gauge his progress. The Steelers could use someone to help take some of the attention away from wide receiver DK Metcalf, who has just three receptions over Pittsburgh’s past two games.