Michael Pittman Jr. downgraded to out after limited practice earlier in week

Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. did not practice Thursday after being limited Wednesday and was listed out, creating an immediate availability issue for Week 2.

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- Did not participate in Thursday's practice after being limited on Wednesday
- Listed as out on the latest injury update
- This removes the team's Week 1 leading receiver from availability for the upcoming game if the listing holds
- He led Pittsburgh in Week 1 receiving yards and targets
- Loss would increase workload for other WRs (e.g., Roman Wilson) and tight ends
- Could change route concepts and protection assignments for Aaron Rodgers

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