The Pittsburgh Steelers have likely lost fullback/tight end David Johnson for the season. Head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed after the Steelers 24-23 loss to Philadelphia that Johnson suffered a "severe knee injury" and will be further evaluated. On the Steelers first series, right tackle Marcus Gilbert fell on Johnson's leg.
Injury News: David Johnson suffers "severe" knee injury in preseason loss
Injury News: David Johnson suffers "severe" knee injury in preseason loss 
11:04pm - Thu, Aug 9th, 2012 by admin
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