Breaking: Steelers have officially confirmed that standout guard Isaac Seumalo W.…
The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially confirmed that standout guard Isaac Seumalo won’t be playing for the first four weeks of the 2024 season due to a pectoral injury sustained during preseason practice. However, the injury is not season-ending, and Seumalo is expected to return to the field after a few weeks.
Injury Update
Pectoral Injury: Seumalo suffered a pectoral injury during preseason practice, which will keep him sidelined for the first four weeks of the season.
Return Timeline: The Steelers are weighing how long Seumalo will be out, but initial tests suggest he’ll be back on the field in four to six weeks
Seumalo’s Performance
2023 Season: In his first season with the Steelers, Seumalo started all 17 regular-season games, earning a Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade of 71.9 overall.
2024 Season: Before the injury, Seumalo played well, taking 96.25% of offensive snaps and not allowing a single quarterback hit or sack
Contract Details
Three-Year Deal: Seumalo signed a three-year, $24 million contract with the Steelers in March 2023, coming from the Philadelphia Eagles, where he spent seven seasons.
Background: Seumalo was drafted by the Eagles in the third round (79th overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft and played a crucial role in their Super Bowl LII win
What’s Next
The Steelers will likely fill Seumalo’s role with second-year offensive lineman Spencer Anderson or rookie Mason McCormick. With Seumalo’s expected return, the Steelers’ offense is poised to strengthen further as the season progresses
