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Behind the Steel Curtain fantasy football takes on Ben Skowronek
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All Behind the Steel Curtain insights about Ben Skowronek
NegativeInjuryOct 23, 2026
Ruled out for the upcoming game vs. Saints due to ongoing calf injury; continues to deal with the injury that has sidelined him.NegativeInjuryOct 22, 2026
Wide receiver Ben Skowronek has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints with a calf injury (DNP designation).NegativeInjuryOct 21, 2026
Wide receiver Ben Skowronek is still dealing with a prior calf injury and was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice.NegativeInjuryOct 18, 2026
Ben Skowronek won't play in Week 6 due to a leg injury, leaving Pittsburgh with just three healthy receivers on the 53-man roster and forcing practice squad call-ups for the Buccaneers matchup.NegativeInjuryOct 16, 2026
Sustained an injury in Week 5 that will keep him out in Week 6, adding to the Steelers' mounting wide receiver injuries.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Skowronek is dealing with injury, contributing to the Steelers' undermanned wide receiver room entering Week 6 and prompting the team to seek depth at the position.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Ben Skowronek remained a non-participant with a calf injury and is expected out against the Buccaneers in Week 6.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Wide receiver dealing with injury with various timetables to return; the source notes the Pittsburgh Steelers' receiver room is dealing with the injury bug, which may force the team to pivot from their preferred 11 personnel (54.5% usage rate) toward more 12 personnel (37.7% usage rate) or 13 personnel packages until the receiver room gets healthy.NegativeInjuryOct 14, 2026
Wide receiver Ben Skowronek is listed as a non-participant with a calf injury and is expected to miss the Buccaneers game at minimum, removing depth from Pittsburgh's passing attack.NegativeInjuryOct 14, 2026
Left the Week 5 game against Indianapolis in the first half with an injury and did not return. Ruled out for at least Week 6 against Tampa Bay Buccaneers, creating a near-term absence from Pittsburgh's receiver room already depleted by other injuries.NegativeInjuryOct 12, 2026
Ruled out for the Steelers' upcoming matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a calf/ankle injury sustained in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Colts; his absence leaves Pittsburgh without a depth option at wide receiver.NegativeInjuryOct 12, 2026
Steelers WR Ben Skowronek sustained a leg injury during the Week 5 win over the Colts, adding to Pittsburgh's receiver depth chart crisis alongside Michael Pittman's IR placement and Roman Wilson's finger injury.PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026
Underrated Steelers receiver caught a touchdown pass and recovered a key fumble when the Bengals muffed a punt in Week 3. Max Iheanachor describes Skowronek as one of the most underrated Steelers who had an underrated performance on Sunday, highlighting his contributions in both receiving and special teams.PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026
One catch for touchdown plus fumble recovery on muffed punt that led to crucial field goal; described as 'most Ben Skowronek game of all time' and 'ultimate blue collar player' for special teams and situational contributions.PositiveRoleSep 27, 2026
Skowronek made the most of limited receiver reps in Week 3, hauling in a 22-yard touchdown from Aaron Rodgers in the first quarter and recovering a muffed punt in the fourth quarter to allow the Steelers to tie the game at 27. The source notes he is a do-it-all special teams ace who continues to make an impact wherever needed, suggesting expanded role opportunity despite limited snap share.PositiveUsageSep 27, 2026
Ben Skowronek caught a 23-yard touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers on a well-designed play-action play in the first quarter. Skowronek came in motion and ran through the B gap as if to lead block on a run before Rodgers hit him on the pass. Beyond the TD reception, Skowronek also recovered a muffed punt in the fourth quarter that set up the Steelers for a game-tying field goal, making him a contributor on both offense and special teams in the pivotal Week 3 win.NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026
Ben Skowronek logged 18 special teams snaps in Week 1, remaining a big piece of the Steelers' special teams.NegativeRoleSep 2, 2026
Skowronek's roster spot has more to do with special teams than offense, though he can contribute to the latter in limited roles. He's a depth piece with special teams value rather than a primary offensive contributor.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Ben Skowronek made the Steelers' 53-man roster as a wide receiver.PositiveDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
The source projects Ben Skowronek will make the Steelers' initial 53-man roster as the fifth wide receiver.PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
Skowronek is one of six wide receivers considered a roster lock for the Steelers' 53-man roster.PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026
Skowronek connected with Will Howard on a third-and-eight for a 16-yard gain, one of the few positive offensive plays in the game.PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026
Ben Skowronek caught a crucial first-down pass from Will Howard on fourth-and-inches during Howard's two-minute drill to close the first half.NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026
Wide receiver got into an altercation with Payton Wilson during 11-on-11 team period, exchanging words and open-hand punches. Skowronek explained he was blocking and the two got competitive, noting that extra curriculars happen after plays during intense practice but they remain teammates.