Steelers list QB Russell Wilson questionable vs. Broncos - ESPN

PITTSBURGH — For the second week in a row, the Pittsburgh Steelers are listing quarterback Russell Wilson's game status as questionable, making it likely Justin Fields will make his second start against Denver.

«Regarding Russell's availability, I'm going to list him as questionable, and so obviously if his availability is questionable, then starting is less so,» Tomlin said Friday. «But we've been in that mindset all week, man. Like I've said, we've been focused on getting Justin ready to play and we'll continue in that mindset as we push forward toward game time.»

Wilson, who aggravated his training camp calf injury in practice before Week 1, was inactive against the Falcons and served as the emergency third quarterback. The 35-year-old quarterback was also limited in practice each day this week.

«I feel like I'm getting closer and closer,» Wilson said Thursday. «I'm just trying to be smart and got to do a lot of work today on the field and everything else, throwing and all that, so just trying to be smart.»

The Steelers also appear prepared to give a different look on the offensive line against the Broncos. First-round pick Troy Fautanu was removed from the injury report earlier this week after being slowed by a knee sprain sustained during the first preseason game.

«I think the only thing different this week is Troy is more available,» Tomlin said. «Obviously his availability is not in question, and so I've been more thoughtful about how to distribute reps, and at the end of this thing we'll determine who plays and how often.»

Although he practiced fully on Thursday and Friday of Week 1, Fautanu didn't play against the Atlanta Falcons, but he was active and dressed out on the sideline.

«Really just preparing myself