PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 23: Maurkice Pouncey #53 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during the game against the New England Patriots at Heinz Field on October 23, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***Joe Sargent/Getty Images

Maurkice Pouncey Injury: Updates on Steelers C's Recovery from Thumb Surgery

Alec Nathan

Nov 8, 2016

Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey underwent surgery to repair the dislocated thumb he suffered in Week 9 against the Baltimore Ravens. However, he is ready to return.

Continue for updates.

TOP NEWS

Pouncey Active vs. Cowboys

Sunday, Nov. 13

The Steelers announced Pouncey is available to play in Week 10 against Dallas.

Latest on Pouncey's Practice Status

Friday, Nov. 11

The Steelers announced Pouncey was a full participant in Friday's practice.

Pouncey Is Vital to Protecting Roethlisberger

With the Steelers looking to snap a three-game losing streak Sunday, having Pouncey available will be of the utmost importance.

The Steelers have done a terrific job protecting the quarterback all season long, and Pouncey has been a major reason why. To date, Pittsburgh has allowed 13 sacks—two more than the league-leading Cowboys, Oakland Raiders and Washington Redskins.