Mendenhall tears ACL
The Pittsburgh Steelers received some sobering news when they found out that running back Rashard Mendenhall tore his ACL in their win over the Cleveland Browns.
Mendenhall is obviously out for the entire postseason and it remains to be seen when, or if, he will be able to return for the 2012 season.
It’s a significant blow to the Steelers despite the fact that Mendenhall was having a disappointing season overall and hadn’t been receiving as many carries as in past seasons.
The Steelers will now likely have to turn to Isaac Redman, though he doesn’t have the ability to carry the ball 25 times per game. That means he will likely share the load with Mewelde Moore.
Pittsburgh could resort to a more pass-oriented attack but Ben Roethlisberger is still hobbled by a badly sprained ankle.
