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Isaac Seumalo Begins Steelers Training Camp on Non-Football Injury List – Mike Tomlin Offers Reassurance

Pittsburgh Steelers opened their training camp with a minor setback—veteran guard Isaac Seumalo was placed on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list. However, Head Coach Mike Tomlin quickly addressed the situation.

Steelers' Isaac Seumalo added to NFI list to start training camp

In the opening press conference of training camp, Mike Tomlin confirmed that Seumalo was sidelined due to a non-football related issue. While specific details weren’t disclosed, Tomlin emphasised it’s a temporary situation and that there is no serious concern regarding Seumalo’s return in the near future.

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Seumalo plays a vital role on the Steelers’ offensive line, known for his experience and pass protection skills. His absence—even if unrelated to football—presents a challenge to the team’s depth and cohesion during this key installation phase. Still, Tomlin’s calm approach suggests the team has short-term plans in place and isn’t rattled by the news.

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Mike Tomlin: “Isaac is dealing with a non-football matter. We respect that and are supporting him fully until he’s ready to rejoin us.”

Isaac Seumalo joined the Steelers in 2023 after a successful run with the Philadelphia Eagles. He’s widely respected for his run-blocking power and consistency in pass protection.

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Although Seumalo’s absence is notable, the Steelers remain focused and confident as training camp continues. Steelers fans, are you concerned about O-line depth heading into the season? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Raiders Reunite with a Former Starter to Fortify the Offensive Line
Las Vegas, NV   The Las Vegas Raiders have brought back a familiar face in a move that screams both urgency and savvy: versatile offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor is returning to the Silver & Black on a one-year deal (terms not disclosed), reuniting with the franchise where he logged some of the best football of his career and immediately fortifying a position group that has been stretched thin. Eluemunor, 31, started for the Raiders from 2021–2023, showing rare position flexibility across right tackle and guard while anchoring pass protection against premier edge rushers. His technique, anchor, and ability to handle long-arm power made him a steadying force during multiple playoff pushes. After departing Vegas, Eluemunor spent time elsewhere refining his craft, but a confluence of roster needs and scheme familiarity has set the stage for a timely homecoming. For the Raiders—fighting to keep pace in a rugged AFC—this is about stability and fit. Injuries and week-to-week availability on the right side of the line have forced constant shuffling; protection packages have leaned heavily on chips and condensed splits to survive obvious passing downs. Eluemunor’s return allows the staff to plug him at RT or slide him inside at RG, restoring balance to protections and widening the run-game menu (duo, inside zone, and the toss/ pin-pull that Vegas fans love when the edge is sealed). “Jermaine knows who we are and how we want to play,” a team source said. “He brings ballast. Assignment sound, physical, and smart—he raises the floor for the entire unit.” Beyond the X’s and O’s, there’s an unmistakable emotional charge to this reunion. Eluemunor was a locker-room favorite in his previous stint—professional, detail-driven, and accountable. The belief internally is that his presence stabilizes communication on the right side (IDs, slides, and pass-off rules vs. games and simulated pressures), which in turn unlocks more vertical concepts and keeps the quarterback cleaner late in games. On social media, Raider Nation lit up the timeline with a simple refrain: “Welcome back, Jem.” Many fans called the deal the exact kind of “rival-poach, ready-to-play” move a contender makes in October: low friction, high impact, zero learning curve. What it means on the field (immediately): Pass pro: Fewer emergency chips, more five-out releases—OC can re-open deeper intermediate shots without living in max-protect. Run game: Better edge control on toss/duo; more confidence running to the right on money downs. Depth & versatility: One injury doesn’t force a cascade of position changes; Eluemunor can cover two spots with starting-level competency. The timetable? Swift. Because Eluemunor already speaks the language—terminology, splits, cadence rules—he could suit up as early as this weekend if the medicals/check-ins continue to trend positive. The message is clear: the Raiders aren’t waiting around for the line to gel—they’re engineering it. If Jermaine Eluemunor plays to his Raider résumé, this reunion could be the precise mid-season jolt that steadies the offense and keeps the Silver & Black firmly in the postseason race. Raider Nation, the question writes itself: Plug-and-play stopgap—or the catalyst that reclaims the right side