Steelers Head Team Physician Confirms Bad News on Serious Injury to CB Jalen Ramsey

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ win over the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin came at a heavy cost, as star cornerback Jalen Ramsey is now expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury.

According to Steelers insider Gerry Dulac, Ramsey attempted to return during the Week 4 matchup but was unable to push through the setback. The injury adds to Pittsburgh’s growing list of health concerns, with wide receiver Calvin Austin III also sidelined by a shoulder issue.

According to the Steelers’ Head Team Physician: “Jalen has suffered a significant hamstring injury that will require several weeks of recovery. At this stage, we’re focused on making sure he heals properly and minimizing the risk of a longer-term setback.”

Ramsey’s situation is particularly frustrating given how it unfolded. Earlier in the contest, he recovered a fumble and ran it back for a touchdown – a play that was ultimately called back. In a moment of irony, he celebrated with a fake “hamstring injury” dance, only to actually re-injure his hamstring later in the game.

The timing of the setback may prove somewhat fortunate, as the Steelers head into their Week 5 bye. Ramsey is expected to miss several games, but the extra rest could soften the impact and give him a better chance to recover without missing even more time.

The 2025 season has already been riddled with injuries for Pittsburgh, and losing Ramsey for an extended stretch will put added pressure on the rest of the secondary. Still, the Steelers hope to weather the storm and return healthier after the bye, with a critical stretch of divisional matchups looming.