Steelers Rumors: Encouraging Update On Injured Pass-Catcher

The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly have avoided worst-case scenario as it relates to an injured pass-catcher.

Undrafted tight end/fullback DJ Thomas-Jones suffered what Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin referred to as a “significant” leg injury Sunday. Initial reports feared that the injury could be season-ending.

However, The Athletic’s Mike DeFabo issued a follow-up report Monday stating Thomas-Jones does not have a torn Achilles, as some speculated. The injury is not believed to be season-ending.

Per source, further testing revealed DJ Thomas-Jones does NOT have a torn Achilles, as some have speculated.

While Mike Tomlin said yesterday that the injury is “significant,” it is not believed to be season-ending for the versatile UDFA. https://t.co/y0DOQQjIZi

— Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) July 28, 2025

Thomas-Jones offers a versatile skillset, but given Pittsburgh’s tight end room is headlined by Pat Freiermuth and offseason addition Jonnu Smith, any amount of missed time could hinder him.

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