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Steelers DE Collapses During First Padded Practice, Left in Critical Condition Amid Scorching Heat

The first day of padded practice is always intense, as players ramp up the physicality and coaches demand more. For one promising defensive lineman on the Steelers roster, that intensity may have come at a cost.

During a drill near the goal line in the Seven Shots period, a defender was rolled up on and stayed down for a while before being helped off the field. According to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor, the player eventually stood with assistance from trainers but couldn’t continue. On-site reporters later confirmed that he was taken to the training room on a cart, a move that raised concerns despite not always indicating a serious injury.

The 6’5”, 282-pound defensive lineman had been one of the more intriguing under-the-radar additions to Pittsburgh’s offseason depth. With nearly 35-inch arms and a frame ideal for the trenches, he had a real shot to secure a roster spot in a competitive defensive line group.

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If he’s forced to miss extended time, however, Esezi Otomewo could quickly fall behind. The Steelers’ defensive front features experienced veterans and hungry young players battling for limited spots, and availability during training camp often makes or breaks a case for inclusion.

Despite the setback, the team remains hopeful. Head coach Mike Tomlin is expected to provide an update soon, and the hope is that the injury won’t derail what has been a strong start to camp for the player.

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This isn’t the first time the defender has dealt with adversity. In college, he suffered a knee injury during his final year but still managed to get drafted in the fifth round by the Minnesota Vikings in 2022. He has since appeared in nine total NFL games for the Vikings and Jaguars, logging two starts and collecting nine tackles, one tackle for loss, two quarterback hits, half a sack, and one fumble recovery.

The Steelers took a chance on him this offseason, hoping his size, experience, and upside could add value to their rotation. Now, the key question is whether DL Esezi Otomewo will recover in time to stay in that conversation.

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