Steelers Linebacker Tyler Matakevich Placed on Injured Reserve with Hamstring Injury

Linebacker Tyler Matakevich’s return to the Steelers has been halted by a hamstring injury.

Matakevich sustained the injury during last Sunday’s game against the Broncos, prompting the Steelers to place him on injured reserve on Tuesday. As a result, he will be sidelined for at least the next four games.

Matakevich rejoined the Steelers as a free agent this offseason, having previously spent four years with the team after being selected in the seventh round of the 2016 draft. In the first two weeks of the current season, he played exclusively on special teams, recording two tackles.

In related news, the Steelers made several adjustments to their practice squad. They signed cornerback James Pierre and defensive back D’Shawn Jamison, while releasing wide receiver Shaquan Davis and cornerback Zyon Gilbert to make room for the new additions.