B.J. FINNEY NEWS

Placed on IR Finney (back) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Finney had been playing through a back injury for more than a month, but he apparently suffered a setback during Week 13 and was held out the following contest. The 30-year-old offensive lineman will miss at least three weeks after being placed on injured reserve, and Kendrick Green is expected to fill in at center during his absence.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings beat Steelers 36-28, deny last-play pass in end zone

The Minnesota Vikings held on to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 36-28 by forcing an incomplete pass in the end zone on the final play

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dalvin Cook returns at RB for Vikings vs. Steelers

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook has returned to the lineup for a critical game against Pittsburgh

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for Thursday Finney (back) will not play Thursday against the Vikings.

Impact Finney has been dealing with a back injury for more than a month now, but he was able to play through it. He appears to have aggravated it further Sunday against the Ravens when he left early and was unable to return. After not being able to log a practice all week, Finney will give way to Kendrick Green, who will likely draw the start at center.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

All aboard: Steeler newcomers scramble to catch moving train

The Pittsburgh Steelers are relying on a sea of new faces to help bolster their sagging defense

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Game-wrecking T.J. Watt worth every dollar for Steelers

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DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers' Cannon taken off field in ambulance after collision

San Francisco 49ers backup running back Trenton Cannon was taken off the field in an ambulance after a scary collision on the opening kickoff in a 30-23 loss at Seattle

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will be evaluated Finney's back injury is being evaluated after the Steelers' 20-19 win over the Ravens, according to head coach Mike Tomlin, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Finney left early Sunday with the injury. He dealt with a back issue earlier this season, but it's not known whether this a continuation of the same or something new. The Steelers have a short week ahead as they travel to Minnesota to play Thursday, which may make it more difficult for Finney to recover in time. If he is unable to go, Kendrick Green will likely get the nod to start at center.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers turn away Ravens 20-19 after failed 2-point attempt

The Pittsburgh Steelers edged the Baltimore Ravens 20-19 after turning aside a 2-point try by Baltimore in the final seconds

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will not return Finney (back) will not return Sunday against the Ravens, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Finney dealt with a back injury earlier this season, and it appears it may have returned. With their starting center now out, the Steelers will likely turn to John Leglue to fill that hole.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No Watt, Haden or Dotson for Steelers as they head to LA

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without star outside linebacker T

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go Finney (back) is active for Monday's game against the Bears.

Impact Finney was a limited participant at practice throughout the week due to a back injury. He is presumably feeling better, as he has been given the green light against the Bears.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday night Finney (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bears, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Finney was able to log a limited practice Friday after not being able to participate Thursday, which should be a positive sign. An extra day, with the Steelers not playing until Monday, is also on Finney's side.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers seek starters, consistency along new offensive line

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line coach Adrian Klemm says all five positions remain up for grabs along the team’s revamped offensive front

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Veteran OL Turner looks to fill in on revamped Steelers line

The Steelers signed offensive lineman Trai Turner, an eight-year veteran, to a one-year contract after minicamp last month as the team had a significant hole along the offensive li...

JULY 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers maintain Super Bowl expectations despite turnover

The Pittsburgh Steelers experienced a significant amount of turnover during the offseason, yet they opened training camp on Thursday with the same lofty Super Bowl expectations

JULY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers cut 6-time Pro Bowl guard DeCastro in surprise move

The Pittsburgh Steelers have cut six-time Pro Bowl guard David DeCastro

JUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

After disappointing year, B.J. Finney ready to make most of 2nd chance with Steelers He had a seven-figure signing bonus in his bank account and a partially guaranteed contract assured, and he didn’t want to lose it. That is...

JUNE 4, 2021 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Coming full circle: Lineman B.J. Finney back with the Steelers after 'whirlwind' year Finney signed a big free agent deal, got traded and released in 12 months. Now he’s back and competing to win a starting job.

JUNE 4, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Fresh start: Steelers rookies understand high expectations

Several members of the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie class are embracing the organization's high expectations

MAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

4 reasons why B.J. Finney will be Steelers starting center While it may not be ideal, the Steelers may be forced to rely more on Finney as a starter in 2021. The Steelers made the unsurprising decisi...

MARCH 30, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Here's everything we know about newest Steelers C B.J. Finney The Steelers bring back offensive lineman B.J. Finney after his release from the Bengals.

MARCH 13, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Signs deal with Steelers Finney (abdomen) signed a one-year contract with the Steelers on Friday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Finney spent most of the 2020 campaign dealing with an abdominal injury and was only able to suit up for one game with the Bengals. Previously a member of the Steelers' offensive line, Finney previously found success in both a center and right guard role and will likely replace the retired Maurkice Pouncey in the middle in 2021.

MARCH 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Released by Bengals The Bengals released Finney (abdomen) on Friday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Impact After appearing in just one game with the team during the 2020 season, Finney will leave Cincinnati and aim to earn a spot on an offensive line elsewhere. The team saves $3.3 million with his release.

MARCH 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bengals Release B.J. Finney B.J. Finney, a sixth-year player in 2021, joined the Bengals last season via an Oct. 28 trade with Seattle. He played in one game for Cincin...

MARCH 5, 2021 • BENGALS.COM