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Veteran Steelers Ruled Out with Severe Injury, per source — Season Ends Early

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Pittsburgh, September 18, 2025 – The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a major setback on Wednesday when veteran offensive lineman Max Scharping went down with a severe knee injury during practice. The 29-year-old guard, considered one of the team’s most reliable reserves, was forced to leave the field within minutes, sparking immediate concern about his availability for the remainder of the 2025 NFL season.

According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the injury is considered “potentially significant,” with Scharping scheduled for an MRI to determine the full extent of the damage. Early signs suggest that his season is likely over, dealing a crushing blow to the Steelers’ offensive depth.

Scharping has built a steady NFL career, logging more than 70 appearances across stints with the Houston Texans, Cincinnati Bengals, Washington Commanders, and Steelers. A second-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, he earned his reputation through sheer size (6’6”, 327 lbs) and consistent pass protection. Until now, he had largely avoided major injuries, making this incident all the more surprising.

Head coach Mike Tomlin kept his comments brief after practice, saying: “We’re awaiting medical confirmation. Max is a fighter, and we’ll give him all the support he needs.” Should the MRI confirm the worst, Pittsburgh may be forced to explore replacements from within their depth chart or free agency — a disruption that could alter their offensive game plan moving forward.

For now, Steelers fans are left hoping for a miracle, though the history of knee injuries in the NFL often points to long recovery timelines. The coming days will confirm whether this is a temporary setback or a season-ending blow for one of the team’s most trusted veterans.

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Chiefs Linked To Saints Super Star With 5x Pro Bowl & 2x All-Pro in Blockbuster Trade, Per Source
Kansas City, MO — According to a circulating on X (Twitter), the Kansas City Chiefs have been “linked” to Alvin Kamara—the New Orleans Saints superstar, five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro—as a potential target ahead of the trade deadline. The speculation has heated up as various outlets have also floated Kamara as a logical “fit” should the Chiefs look to add a versatile, late-season playmaker on offense. At 30, Kamara is a rare dual-threat RB who excels as both a runner and receiver. He tied the NFL single-game record with six rushing touchdowns (Christmas Day 2020 vs. the Vikings), and he has recently been recognized as the Saints’ all-time leader in rushing yards. Across his career: 5× Pro Bowl, 2× Second-Team All-Pro, and a skill set tailor-made for Andy Reid’s motion/spacing concepts—screens, angle/choice routes, safe check-downs, and short play-action. Tactically, if a move ever materialized, Kamara would immediately put stress on short-to-intermediate coverages, force defenses to roll a safety, and give Kansas City intriguing two-back looks alongside Isiah Pacheco on 3rd-and-medium and in the red zone. In this hypothetical scenario, Kamara voices a desire for a fresh challenge after hitting so many personal milestones in New Orleans: “I’ve achieved just about everything with the Saints, and I want a new challenge for myself. What could be better than a team competing directly for a Super Bowl? Just thinking about wearing Red and Gold really excites me.” Source: @nflrums X As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the Chiefs or the Saints regarding any talks. Still, Kamara’s résumé and toolbox explain why his name is quickly paired with Kansas City whenever rumors of an offensive upgrade surface. With 5× Pro Bowls, 2× All-Pro honors, and a proven knack for tilting games as both a runner and receiver, even a whisper on social media is enough to make Chiefs Kingdom perk up.