Steelers vs Giants Inactives: Week 8 Injury Report for Monday Night Football

Steelers Inactives

The Steelers will be without three key players on Monday night, as wide receiver Diontae Johnson, running back Najee Harris, and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi have all been ruled out. Johnson is dealing with a hip injury, Harris is nursing an ankle injury, and Ogunjobi is recovering from a toe injury.

In addition to those three players, the Steelers will also be without cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (hamstring), safety Miles Killebrew (knee), and offensive lineman B.J. Finney (back).

Giants Inactives

The Giants will be without two key players on Monday night, as wide receiver Kadarius Toney and defensive lineman Leonard Williams have both been ruled out. Toney is dealing with a hamstring injury, while Williams is nursing an elbow injury.

In addition to those two players, the Giants will also be without cornerback Cor'Dale Flott (calf), offensive lineman Ben Bredeson (ankle), and defensive tackle Nick Williams (knee).

Injury Impact

The injuries to Johnson, Harris, and Toney are all significant blows to their respective offenses. Johnson is the Steelers' leading receiver, while Harris is their leading rusher. Toney is the Giants' most explosive playmaker.

The injuries to Ogunjobi and Williams are also significant blows to their respective defenses. Ogunjobi is one of the Steelers' best pass rushers, while Williams is one of the Giants' best run stoppers.

What to Watch For

With so many key players out for both teams, Monday night's game is likely to be a defensive struggle. The Steelers and Giants will both need to rely on their backups to step up and make plays.

It will also be interesting to see how the Steelers and Giants adjust their game plans to account for the injuries to their key players.