Overview
- ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that left tackle Broderick Jones suffered a setback in his neck recovery and will be examined this week to gauge readiness for training camp or the season opener.
- General manager Omar Khan said Monday that nothing has changed with Jones’ status, signaling the team is waiting on medical clarity before altering plans.
- Jones injured his neck in Week 12 of 2025 and later had a fusion procedure, and he has not played since the November setback.
- Pittsburgh holds an NFL-high 12 picks, including No. 21, and multiple reports say the team could prioritize an offensive tackle in the first two days of the draft if doctors flag concern.
- Jones is in the final year of his rookie deal, and uncertainty at quarterback with Aaron Rodgers yet to decide on 2026 adds pressure on how the Steelers allocate early picks.