# Steelers list players as questionable

> Steelers name Rico Dowdle and DeShon Elliott as questionable for Sunday's Saints game.
- Title: Steelers list players as questionable · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Steelers name Rico Dowdle and DeShon Elliott as questionable for Sunday's Saints game. Steelers list running back Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott as…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/steelers-list-rico-dowdle-deshon-elliott-as-questionable
- Published: 2026-10-23T13:00:50.552+00:00
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- Topics: steelers, rico dowdle, deshon elliott, saints, nfl, knee injury, sports
## Steelers practice plans
Steelers planned a walkthrough at Stade de France in Paris but bad weather canceled those plans.
## Rico Dowdle questionable
Running back Rico Dowdle (knee) listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
## DeShon Elliott questionable
Safety DeShon Elliott (knee) listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
## Elliott's return status
Elliott must be activated by Saturday afternoon to play in Sunday's game against the Saints.
## T.J. Watt status
Linebacker T.J. Watt has no designation after calf injury but will play Sunday's game.
## Other players ruled out
Wide receiver Ben Skowronek (calf) and cornerback Brandin Echols (hamstring) ruled out before leaving for France.
## Key takeaway

Steelers list running back Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints due to knee injuries.