The Facts:
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that running backs Rashard Mendenhall (Achilles) and Isaac Redman (ankle) are questionable for Sunday's divisional game versus the Cincinnati Bengals. Mendenhall "irritated" his Achilles tendon in the second quarter of last Thursday's game against the Tennessee Titans and didn't return. Redman, who had been very active catching passes out of the backfield, injured his ankle and sat out the rest of the game.
Reported by Allie Fontana on Twitter
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
While Mendenhall didn't tear or sprain his Achilles, using him in Week 7 is a risk even if he is active. Mendenhall is just 10 months removed from ACL surgery, and the Steelers could limit his workload to avoid further damage. Redman's bum ankle is also a concern. If neither Mendenhall nor Redman are active or if they are limited, then we could see Jonathan Dwyer for the first time since he fumbled in Week 3 versus Oakland. Baron Batch and Chris Rainey would also be in the mix for touches. Check back for updates on Mendenhall's and Redman's availability later in the week.
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