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CLEVELAND -- A short bus ride into Ohio put Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers back in the fast lane. Clement Lenglet Jersey .The playoffs remain a possible destination.LeVeon Bell scored on a 1-yard touchdown run -- long after time expired in the first half -- and Pittsburghs defense recorded eight sacks as the Steelers snapped a four-game losing streak, 24-9 Sunday over the winless Cleveland Browns.The Steelers (5-5) scored eight points with zeroes showing on the clock before halftime after they were awarded two extra plays because of defensive penalties against the Browns (0-11), who also lost rookie quarterback Cody Kessler with a concussion.Pittsburghs win, coupled with Baltimores loss to Dallas, pushed the Steelers back into a tie for first place in the AFC North with the Ravens (5-5).Roethlisberger tied to downplay the victory, but there was no denying its importance.We just won a game, honestly, thats the approach we have to have, Big Ben said. It really doesnt mean anything. It means we won a football game.The Steelers did it by playing Steelers football -- running the ball, stopping the run and physically punishing the Browns.After they knocked Kessler from the game, defensive tackle Javon Hargrave recovered a fumble by Browns backup QB Josh McCown for a TD with 3:36 left to seal Pittsburghs win. The Steelers came in with a league-low 13 sacks before unloading on the Browns.On a bitter blustery day, where throwing was difficult, Bell finished with a season-high 146 yards rushing as the Steelers improved to 2/3 on the road and avoided an embarrassing loss to the NFLs worst team.We knew with the weather we had today that he was going to have to be big for us, said Roethlisberger, who improved to 20-2 in starts against Cleveland, still paying for not drafting the Ohio native in 2004.Making it worse, Roethlisbergers 10 wins in Cleveland match Derek Anderson for the most home wins by a Browns quarterback since 1999.Kessler sustained a concussion -- his second this season -- late in the third quarter. Kessler was being dragged down when he was hit by Steelers linebacker Lawrence Timmons, who launched himself and was called for unnecessary roughness. Its not clear if Kessler was hurt by Timmons or when his head hit the turf.Brown coach Hue Jackson said Kesslers season could be over.Were definitely going to talk to our medical staff, Jackson said. This is about a young mans career and future. We have to do the right thing.Jackson didnt think Timmons play was dirty.This is football, he said. This is a tough sport. I dont think they were border line.Pittsburgh dominated the first half, but only led 6-0 before the strange final moments.Starting at the Cleveland 41, Roethlisberger drove the Steelers to the Browns 3 with 8 seconds left. On second down, Roethlisbergers pass to Antonio Brown in the end zone was incomplete as time ran out.However, Browns defensive back Briean Boddy-Calhoun was called for holding, giving Pittsburgh another chance.Again, Roethlisberger looked for Brown, who was dragged to the ground by star cornerback Joe Haden. Pass interference was called and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin stayed aggressive and Bell bowled over the goal line to make it 12-0.Thats the mentality that coach has and the confidence he has in us, Roethlisberger said. We actually called a pass plan on that, and I ran to the sideline and told coach (offensive coordinator Todd) Haley, `No we need to run this because the boys up front want to run it. So we changed the play at the very last minute and LeVeon got it in for us.STILL HOPEThree NFL teams previously went 0-11 before winning a game -- the 1975 Chargers, 1984 Bills, 2000 Chargers -- while seven had even worse starts.SUPER STEELERPittsburgh linebacker James Harrison is the clubs career sack leader.Harrison drilled Kessler in the third quarter to pass Jason Gildon (77) for the most sacks in the Steelers storied defensive history. Its likely Hall of Famers Joe Greene, Jack Lambert or Jack Ham could have more, but the NFL didnt recognize sacks as an official statistic until 1982.Harrison teared up in the locker room afterward.GRIFFIN GETTING CLOSEBrowns quarterback Robert Griffin III, who has been out since breaking a bone in his left shoulder in the season opener, did some conditioning drills, threw -- and even drop kicked a ball through the uprights -- before the game.Griffin has been cleared to practice this week and will undergo another medical exam to see if he can take contact.If he continues to progress, Griffin will likely start one of Clevelands final five games. The Browns have a bye on Dec. 4, which would give RG3 additional time to get ready.UP NEXTSteelers: At Colts on Thanksgiving night.Browns: Host Giants next Sunday.---For more NFL coverage: http://www.pro32.ap.org and http://www.twitter.com/AP-NFL Gerard Pique Jersey . 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NFL Nation reporters assess the biggest injuries across the league for Week 14.AFC East | AFC North| AFC South | AFC West NFC East | NFC North | NFC South | NFC WestAFC EASTBuffalo BillsWR Sammy Watkins sat out Wednesdays practice because of his foot injury. Rex Ryan said he is hopeful Watkins can play Sunday against the Steelers, but that the Bills will take it day-to-day with Watkins. Ryan said Watkins felt better with his foot coming out of last Sundays game against the Raiders than the week before.?-- Mike RodakMiami DolphinsMiddle linebacker and leading tackler Kiko Alonsos status is up in the air because of a broken thumb. He had surgery Monday, then had a cast on during Wednesdays practice. If Alonso cannot play, backup Mike Hull will get the start against the Cardinals.?-- James WalkerNew England PatriotsTE Martellus Bennett, who is being relied upon as the primary player to help replace Rob Gronkowski, hasnt consistently looked like the same player since spraining his ankle in a Week 5 matchup against the Browns. He is coming off arguably his worst game of the season, recording two catches for 4 yards and two holding penalties last Sunday against the Rams. While the Patriots naturally appreciate his toughness, Bennetts injury status and ability to effectively do the job bears monitoring.?-- Mike ReissNew York JetsC Nick Mangold, who aggravated an old ankle injury, is in a walking boot and is not expected to play Sunday against the 49ers. It would be his fifth missed game, and theres a chance he could be shut down for the remainder of the season. Wes Johnson would again start in his place. The Jets could also be without NT Steve McLendon (hamstring) for the second straight week. Hed be replaced by Deon Simon. -- Rich CiminiAFC NORTHBaltimore RavensThe Ravens are close to full strength. The only starter who is expected to miss Monday nights game in New England is backup TE Crockett Gillmore (hamstring). Cornerbacks Jimmy Smith (back) and Tavon Young (shoulder) got banged up last Sunday, but both were on the field for Wednesdays walkthrough. --?Jamison HensleyCincinnati BengalsWR A.J. Green was working on the rehab field to begin Wednesdays practice. He has missed almost three full games with a hamstring tear and is considered week-to-week.?-- Katherine TerrellCleveland BrownsRobert Griffin III took part in practice Wednesday. ESPNs Dan Graziano reported through a source that, barring any setbacks, Griffin will start Sunday against Cincinnati. Coach Hue Jackson has not made that official, but Griffin should be on the field for the first time since the season opener in Philadelphia.?-- Pat McManamonPittsburgh SteelersStarting DT Javon Hargrave missed Wednesdays practice while under concussion protocol. This is significant. Hargrave has probably been the teams most reliable rookie. He recorded a sack in back-to-back games before leaving Sundays win over the Giants. The Steelers are thin on the interior. Veteran DE Ricardo Mathews can play an enhanced role, and Dan McCullers and L.T. Walton havent graduated from spot duty. The Steelers will hope Hargrave becomes symptom-free before facing Buffalos league-best rushing attack.?-- Jeremy FowlerAFC SOUTHHouston TexansThe Texans are pretty banged up and head to Indianapolis for a crucial divisional game with 16 players on their injury report. The starters listed who did not practice are DE?Jadeveon Clowney (wrist/elbow) and CB?Johnathan Joseph. Texans head coach Bill OBrien said both players are day-to-day and that hed know more about their statuses later in the week. While the front seven had a solid performance in Green Bay without Clowney, the secondary struggled after Joseph left the game. -- Sarah BarshopIndianapolis ColtsLB Robert Mathis has not practiced or played since injuring his biceps against Pittsburgh on Thanksgiving Day. The Colts got by without Mathis in their 41-10 victory over the Jets on Monday, but now theyll also be without fellow veteran linebacker DQwell Jackson, who was suspended four games for violating the NFLs policy on performance-enhancing substances. The Colts need as many veterans on the field as possible as they try to remain in first place in the AFC South.?-- Mike WellsJacksonville JaguarsTE Julius Thomas might have played his last snap of the season. The Jaguars say they arent sure when, or if, hell come back from a back injury. Well evaluate it day-by-day, coach Gus Bradley said. Also, RB Chris Ivory (hamstring) will be a game-time decision, Bradley said.?-- Mike DiRoccoTennessee TitansDisruptive DL Jurrell Casey didnt practice Wednesday and was the only Titans player on the injury report. He said even if he doesnt work the rest of the week, he feels confident he can walk out there and be effective Sunday at Nissan Stadium. Ill definitely be good to go, he said. Casey has only three sacks, but hes a disruptor who trails only outside linebackers Brian Orakpo and Derrick Morgan with 24 quarterback pressures for the Titans this season.?-- Paul KuharskyAFC WESTDenver BroncosQB Trevor Siemian?is on track to play Sunday in Tennessee after taking part in the walk-through on Wednesday and is scheduled to practice on Thursday, but LB Brandon Marshalls status is still in question after he injured?his left hamstring in the 20-10 win over the Jaguars. Marshall missed one game earlier this season because of a hamstring injury, against San Diego on Oct. 30. The latest injury could put Corey Nelson into the lineup at inside linebacker against a Titans team that has among the leagues best at running the football. Theyve rushed for at least 149 yards in five games this season and have topped 200 yards twice.?-- Jeff LegwoldKansas City ChiefsWR Jeremy Maclin will be available to play for the Chiefs for the first time in five games Thursday night against the Raiders. Maclin has been out because of a groin injury. He might not play his normal full role in his first game back, but the Chiefs are still better off having him for whatever number of snaps he is in their lineup. Hes their most accomplished and experienced wide receiver. Its foolish to believe the Chiefs are a better team when hes not playing. -- Adam TeicherOakland RaidersDerek Carr?is still Oaklands biggest injury question,?despite his insistence that his right pinkie isnt causing any limitations. Carr played the entire game last weekend in the shotgun or pistol to keep him from going under center and, thus, to keep his finger out of harms way. Sub-freezing temperatures are expected in Kansas City on Thursday night, and with the ball expected to be hard as a rock and his finger still sore and taped, its almost a given that Carr will again set up 4 or 7 yards behind the center. After not running a single play out of the pistol before Sunday, the Raiders ran 19 plays out of the formation against Buffalo. Expect more of the same at Arrowhead Stadium.?-- Paul GutierrezSan Diego ChargersAfter a knee injury forced him to miss four games, rookie inside linebacker Jatavis Brown returned to practice as a limited participant Wednesday. Korey Toomer took over for Brown while he was out and has done a good job, leading the team in tackles with 61. However, the Chargers would like to get Brown back on the field. It felt good, Brown said. Its always good to be out there having fun with the guys.?-- Eric D. WilliamsNFC EASTDallas CowboysLB Justin Durant was limited in Wednesdays practice as he returns from a hamstring strain that kept him out of the Cowboys last game. Anthony Hitchens was able to take the bulk of the sub-package snaps against Minnesota, but with the Giants running almost exclusively a three-wide receiver set, Durants return would help the Cowboys keep their middle linebackers fresh throughout the game. J.J. Wilcox, who is battling a thigh bruise, did not practice Wednesday and could miss his second straight game. Sergi Roberto Barcelona Jersey. .?-- Todd ArcherNew York GiantsDE Jason Pierre-Paul is out, but starting left guard Justin Pugh (knee) and RB Shane Vereen (triceps) both have a chance to return. Pugh is taking reps this week, and Vereen is hopeful to receive the green light from the medical staff after returning to practice last week. -- Jordan RaananPhiladelphia EaglesWR Jordan Matthews (ankle, limited) and RB Ryan Mathews (knee) both returned to practice Wednesday after missing last weekends game against the Bengals. Assuming they make it through the week, QB Carson Wentz should be better equipped Sunday when the Eagles welcome the Redskins.?-- Tim McManusWashington RedskinsTE Jordan Reed caught passes during individual drills Wednesday, but theres a ways to go before the Redskins are ready to declare him ready for Sundays game against Philadelphia. Reed is still suffering from the Grade 3 separation of the AC joint in his left shoulder. Meanwhile, the offensive line was suffering: Center Spencer Long (concussion) and guard Shawn Lauvao (groin) both missed practice as did Ty Nsekhe (ankle). But Nsekhe was going back to the bench anyway with Trent Williams?returning?from his four-game suspension. Long would be replaced by veteran John Sullivan, and Lauvao would be replaced by Arie Kouandjio.?-- John KeimNFC NORTHChicago BearsWR Marquess Wilson suffered a groin injury in last weeks 26-6 victory over San Francisco. Wilson is not a household name, but hes now one of Chicagos top receivers with Alshon Jeffery suspended and Eddie Royal (toe) ailing. Wilson, who did not catch a ball against the 49ers, led the club with eight receptions for 125 yards and one touchdown in Week 12. He also dropped a sure touchdown pass that hit him squarely in the hands. Veteran guard Josh Sitton is also pushing through an ankle injury, but the Bears are probably better off with reserve guards Ted Larsen and Eric Kush.?-- Jeff DickersonDetroit LionsThe wait continues for the Lions with linebacker?DeAndre Levy. He has practiced for three weeks and is entering his fourth week of practice coming off his knee injury. Is this the week he plays? And does his fellow linebacker, Tahir Whitehead, also come back after a one-week absence because of a knee injury? Both players have practiced on a limited basis.?-- Michael RothsteinGreen Bay PackersThe Packers could have a significant shortage of linebackers. Theyll be without Nick Perry, who underwent hand surgery this week. Clay Matthews left shoulder is still ailing, and he was largely ineffective because of it last week. Jake Ryans ankle remains problematic, and Blake Martinez hasnt played in two weeks. Its not an ideal situation with the Seahawks coming to town Sunday.?-- Rob DemovskyMinnesota VikingsSafety Harrison Smith did not practice Wednesday because of a sprained ankle, and his status for Sunday appears to be the Vikings biggest concern as they try to win for just the second time in eight games in Jacksonville. Coach Mike Zimmer wouldnt rule out the possibility of Smith returning from an ankle injury that had him on crutches and in a walking boot last Thursday, pointing out how often Smith plays through injuries. But given that Smith hasnt practiced during the Vikings first two sessions of the week, his ability to play Sunday appears to be in doubt.?-- Ben GoesslingNFC SOUTHAtlanta FalconsThe status of top receiver Julio Jones remains in doubt as he battles a turf toe injury. Jones didnt practice Wednesday, but coach Dan Quinn maintained a positive outlook, saying Jones could return to practice Thursday. Turf toe, however, is an injury that requires some rest, so it seems logical to hold Jones out of Sundays game against the Rams. Then again, Quinn views Jones as a fast healer, so well see how this all unfolds.?-- Vaughn McClureCarolina PanthersMiddle linebacker Luke Kuechly was one of three Carolina players limited in practice because of a concussion. The other two were S Kurt Coleman and CB Daryl Worley. But the primary interest was on Kuechly, who hadnt practiced since suffering the concussion in a Nov. 17 game against New Orleans. Coach Ron Rivera said Kuechly brought energy to the field and said how Kuechly responds Thursday will be the next step in determining whether he plays Sunday against San Diego.?-- David NewtonNew Orleans SaintsSaints top receiver Michael Thomas missed practice Wednesday with a foot injury. The extent of the injury is unclear, and he didnt appear to suffer an injury in Sundays loss to the Lions. Thomas would be missed if he cant play or is limited this weekend at Tampa Bay. He is leading the team in every receiving category, with 69 catches, 831 yards and seven touchdowns. But the Saints have a deep receiving corps that includes Brandin Cooks, Willie Snead and Brandon Coleman. Middle linebacker Craig Robertson also missed practice with a shoulder injury. Hed be hard to replace as an every-down player and the teams leading tackler.?-- Mike TriplettTampa Bay BuccaneersSlot receiver and punt returner Adam Humphries didnt practice Wednesday and is still in the concussion protocol. The Bucs are already without Cecil Shorts III, who suffered a season-ending knee injury Sunday, making him the third Bucs receiver (including Louis Murphy) this year to have his season end because of an injury. The Bucs brought up Josh Huff from the practice squad to fill Shorts spot. Theyll also rely on Freddie Martino.?-- Jenna LaineNFC WESTArizona CardinalsThe status of safety Tyrann Mathieu for Sundays game at Miami is in the air after he missed Wednesdays practice because of a lingering shoulder injury. Coach Bruce Arians didnt seem optimistic that Mathieu will be returning anytime soon, saying he was surprised Mathieu is still dealing with the issue. The Cardinals appear to have found a routine that works for WR John Brown, who has been dealing with symptoms related to carrying the sickle-cell trait. He didnt practice Wednesday but will have his reps increased Thursday and again Friday so he can be ready to play Sunday. Arians expects the other injured players -- LB Markus Golden and CB Tharold Simon -- to return to practice Thursday.?-- Josh WeinfussLos Angeles RamsWR?Tavon Austin did not practice last week and ultimately missed his first game because of a chest injury. Rams coach Jeff Fisher said Austin and the other two starters who missed Sundays game -- DE Robert Quinn, who was in concussion protocol, and LG Rodger Saffold, who is dealing with a hand injury -- have a decent chance of playing against the Falcons. Austins health will be key. He hasnt produced anywhere near the level the Rams would have hoped, but his presence is key to at least taking some of the attention away from Kenny Britt.?-- Alden GonzalezSan Francisco 49ersThe Niners are still waiting for OLB?Aaron Lynch to return from a sprained ankle he suffered before their bye week. Lynch has been practicing for the past few weeks but hasnt been healthy enough to actually return on Sundays. San Francisco is in desperate need of pass-rushing help, and thats what Lynch does best, but he wont be back on the field until he is 100 percent.?-- Nick WagonerSeattle SeahawksThe only starter whose status is in question for Sunday is outside linebacker Mike Morgan, who did not participate in Wednesdays practice because of a hip injury. Morgan came off of injured reserve last week after missing time with a sports hernia and played well. He starts in the Seahawks base defense, but comes off the field when they go to nickel. Other than safety Earl Thomas, who is out for the year with a fractured tibia, the Seahawks go into this weeks game with a healthy squad. -- Sheil Kapadia ' ' '