The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive tackle Calvin Anderson was sidelined Friday because of a groin injury he suffered during practice.
Due to the injury, Anderson may not be able to play in Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
If Anderson is unable to play, the Steelers will likely use Max Scharping as depth, and Spencer Anderson might be the backup tackle. If the Steelers decide against going that route, they might promote one of Doug Nester or Dylan Cook to play.
Both Broderick Jones and Dan Moore Jr. have played in every Steelers game this year. Shortly after the team lost rookie Troy Fautanu to a dislocated kneecap early in the season, Anderson was signed as the backup tackle. Luckily for the Steelers, they have not suffered many injuries subsequently and have done a great job of handling offensive line injuries.
Despite spending more time at tackle this season due to Fautanu’s injury, Anderson’s absence would mean that a senior substitute would not be available.
Calvin Anderson, the offensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, had to leave the field during a recent game because of a groin injury. When Anderson first joined the Steelers in 2024, it was thought that he would increase the depth of the offensive line. After a regular match, he sustained an injury, and while the severity
Groin injuries are often tricky for players, as they can range from mild to severe and may take a varying amount of time to heal. If Anderson’s injury proves to be significant, the Steelers may need to explore different lineup combinations or consider additional roster moves to address the gap.
Meanwhile, the team’s medical staff will continue to monitor his recovery, providing updates as necessary.
