Steelers' T.J. Watt suffers rolled ankle, but injury appears minor

Why it matters: The Steelers star linebacker briefly left the game against the Eagles due to an ankle injury, raising concerns about his availability for future matchups.

What's new: Despite expressing optimism that his injury is not serious, Watt's absence would be a significant blow to the Steelers' defense, particularly with an important divisional game against the Ravens on the horizon.

Yes, but: The Steelers managed to clinch a playoff berth despite the loss to the Eagles, thanks to other teams' defeats.

What to watch: The Steelers upcoming game against the Ravens will have major implications for the AFC North standings, as the two teams are currently battling for the top spot in the division.

The bottom line: Watt's health is crucial to the Steelers' success, and his presence on the field can greatly impact their defensive performance.

• Quotes from T.J. Watt:

  • On his ankle injury: "I didn't necessarily believe it was a serious injury."
  • On the loss to the Eagles: "No consolation."
  • On the defense's performance: "We need to find ways to get off [the field]... We weren't good enough today. There were a lot of long, sustained drives."

• Steelers coach Mike Tomlin on the loss: "It is a loss. I mean, let's not get dramatic."

• The Steelers defense struggled to pressure Jalen Hurts and contain wide receivers DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown, who both had over 100 yards receiving.

• After the Ravens game, the Steelers will face tough opponents in Kansas City and Cincinnati to close out the season.

Steelers' T.J. Watt suffers rolled ankle, but injury appears minor

Why it matters: The Steelers star linebacker briefly left the game against the Eagles due to an ankle injury, raising concerns about his availability for future matchups.

What's new: Despite expressing optimism that his injury is not serious, Watt's absence would be a significant blow to the Steelers' defense, particularly with an important divisional game against the Ravens on the horizon.

Yes, but: The Steelers managed to clinch a playoff berth despite the loss to the Eagles, thanks to other teams' defeats.

What to watch: The Steelers upcoming game against the Ravens will have major implications for the AFC North standings, as the two teams are currently battling for the top spot in the division.

The bottom line: Watt's health is crucial to the Steelers' success, and his presence on the field can greatly impact their defensive performance.

• Quotes from T.J. Watt:

  • On his ankle injury: "I didn't necessarily believe it was a serious injury."
  • On the loss to the Eagles: "No consolation."
  • On the defense's performance: "We need to find ways to get off [the field]... We weren't good enough today. There were a lot of long, sustained drives."

• Steelers coach Mike Tomlin on the loss: "It is a loss. I mean, let's not get dramatic."

• The Steelers defense struggled to pressure Jalen Hurts and contain wide receivers DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown, who both had over 100 yards receiving.

• After the Ravens game, the Steelers will face tough opponents in Kansas City and Cincinnati to close out the season.