The Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb was carted off during the first quarter of his side’s 20-16 win over the Tennessee Titans on Thursday night. Coach Mike Tomlin later revealed that the linebacker had suffered a “serious” knee injury.
Matched up with wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, Holcomb was tackled by Titans quarterback Will Levis. As Steelers safety Keanu Neal came in to tackle Hopkins, he clattered into Holcomb’s knee on the way down. The linebacker immediately collapsed, with trainers running out to assist him. He was then carted off the field.
Tomlin explained that while there is no further clarity on Holcomb’s injury, his “thoughts and prayers” are with the player. He added that the team would likely have an update on the situation the next time they reconvene.
