Steelers Rookie OT Troy Fautanu Suffers Knee Injury in Preseason Debut
Update: Fautanu to Undergo MRI
Injury Details and Timeline
Pittsburgh Steelers first-round pick OT Troy Fautanu suffered a knee injury in the team's preseason opener on Friday.
Fautanu is scheduled to undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury.
The injury occurred during the second quarter of the game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Impact on Steelers' Offensive Line
Fautanu was expected to compete for a starting role on the Steelers' offensive line this season.
His injury could force the Steelers to adjust their offensive line depth chart.
The Steelers have several other options at offensive tackle, including Chukwuma Okorafor and Dan Moore Jr.
Fautanu's NFL Career
Fautanu was drafted by the Steelers with the 15th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
He played college football at the University of Utah.
Fautanu was considered one of the top offensive tackle prospects in the draft.
Recovery and Outlook
The severity of Fautanu's injury is not yet known.
The Steelers are hopeful that he will be able to return to the field this season.
If Fautanu's injury is significant, it could be a major setback for the Steelers' offense.
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