Steelers Running Back Jaylen Warren Listed as Questionable vs. Dolphins

Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes face another hurdle as running back Jaylen Warren battles illness.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have thrown another log on the fire of suspense, announcing that running back Jaylen Warren is questionable for Monday Night Football against the Miami Dolphins due to illness. For a similar week shaped by key injury uncertainty, see the Jayden Daniels injury update. Talk about bad timing—just when you need all hands on deck, the football gods toss a curveball.

Warren’s status is enough to make any Steelers fan bite their nails down to the quick. If you’re tracking how teams respond when an offense needs a spark, read about Washington’s pursuit of Alec Pierce in free agency. Pittsburgh is itching to snap its playoff win drought, a dry spell that’s lingered since 2016. That’s a long time to go without a postseason celebration—some fans’ Terrible Towels are starting to look a little threadbare.

Still, there’s a silver lining: the franchise is on the cusp of what could be its 22nd consecutive year above .500. That’s no small potatoes—it’s a badge of honor for the organization and its loyal supporters, who know a thing or two about sticking with their team through thick and thin.

Meanwhile, the Steelers’ front office has a big decision looming. Washington is dealing with big decisions too, including a Commanders’ defensive coordinator search that could reshape their secondary. They must decide on head coach Mike Tomlin’s contract option by March 1, a move that could send ripples through the entire franchise. No pressure, right?

With Warren’s health up in the air and pivotal choices on the horizon, the Steelers are gearing up to face the Dolphins under the bright lights of Monday night. Here’s hoping the Steel City gets a little luck—and maybe a hot cup of tea for Warren—before kickoff.