Steelers list Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf as full practice participants

The Pittsburgh Steelers received positive injury updates as quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver DK Metcalf participated fully in practice on Thursday. This marks Rodgers' first full practice since fracturing his left wrist in Week 11. Head coach Mike Tomlin expressed optimism about Rodgers' potential return for the upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills, following his absence in the loss to the Bears. Metcalf, who sat out Wednesday due to an ankle injury sustained against the Bears, also returned to full participation. However, wide receiver Ben Skowronek (shoulder), left tackle Broderick Jones (neck), and defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (knee) remained sidelined. Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (hip) was limited in practice, while defensive end Cam Heyward (ankle) and edge rusher Alex Highsmith (pectoral) practiced fully. Injury designations will be announced on Friday.