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Brett Keisel | Defensive Lineman

Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Age / DOB:  (34) / 9/19/1978
Ht / Wt:  6'5' / 285
College: Brigham Young
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Steelers RE Brett Keisel left Saturday's preseason game with a "mild" high ankle sprain.
Any high ankle-sprain is concerning, but the injury appears to be of the minor variety. Keisel will likely be in a race to get healthy for the regular season. Cameron Heyward will get an extended look in his absence. Sat, Aug 25, 2012 11:34:00 PM
Source: NFL.com

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Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette does not believe Steelers RE Brett Keisel is a candidate for release.

Keisel has missed 14 games the past four years and is due $2.8 million entering his age-34 campaign, but he remains a part of Pittsburgh's plans. Among Steelers veterans the Post-Gazette believes could be shown the door are NT Casey Hampton, DE Aaron Smith, CB Bryant McFadden, ILB James Farrior and ILB Larry Foote.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Sun, Jan 22, 2012 09:31:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel suffered a "severe" groin injury in Sunday's Wild Card loss, and is a candidate for offseason surgery.

Keisel missed two games earlier in the year with a knee injury, but was his usual productive self when on the field, tallying three sacks, two forced fumbles and 48 tackles in 14 games. Soon to be 34, Keisel has missed 14 of a possible 64 games the past four seasons.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Tue, Jan 10, 2012 09:27:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel says he will return from his sprained PCL in Week 5 against Tennessee.

Keisel missed the last two games, and Ziggy Hood struggled mightily as a run defender in his absence. Hood will now kick over to left end, replacing Aaron Smith (foot). Chris Johnson does not have a prohibitive Week 5 matchup.
Source: Gerry Dulac on Twitter
Wed, Oct 5, 2011 01:25:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel (knee) has been ruled out for Week 3.

Ziggy Hood will get the start in his place. Keisel should be able to return for Pittsburgh's Week 4 visit to Houston.
Related: Ziggy Hood
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Sat, Sep 24, 2011 12:16:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel has been diagnosed with a sprained PCL in his knee.

Keisel is questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts. The Steelers will likely err on the side of caution as they can beat Indy at far less than full strength. Look for Ziggy Hood to get the start.
Related: Ziggy Hood
Source: Jim Wexell on Twitter
Tue, Sep 20, 2011 12:19:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel (knee) has been diagnosed with a "mild ligament sprain."

Keisel may miss practice time, but will likely be able to give it a go next Sunday night against the Colts. If he can't, Ziggy Hood will take his place at right end. Keisel has missed 12 games with injury since the beginning of the 2008 season.
Related: Ziggy Hood
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Mon, Sep 19, 2011 11:00:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel left Sunday's game against the Seahawks with a left knee injury.

Talented backup Ziggy Hood is picking snaps with Keisel out. The Seahawks have crossed mid-field just once in the entire game, so Keisel won't be missed in a 24-0 blowout. Keisel did get a precautionary MRI, but said following the game that the injury isn't serious. The early diagnosis is a sprained PCL.
Sun, Sep 18, 2011 03:30:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers RE Brett Keisel has been added to the AFC's Pro Bowl roster, replacing Dwight Freeney (undisclosed).

Freeney is believed to be dealing with a minor injury. Keisel, 32, becomes the fourth Steeler on the AFC roster. It's also his first trip to Honolulu. Keisel finished the regular season with 33 tackles, three sacks, and two forced fumbles. He missed five games due to calf and hamstring injuries.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Sat, Jan 15, 2011 02:16:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic about DE Brett Keisel (calf) returning in Week 13.

Keisel finally recovered from his nagging hamstring injury, only to tweak his calf late last week. He'll upgrade a defensive line that will try to contain Ray Rice in Week 13.
Source: Steelers Digest on Twitter
Tue, Nov 30, 2010 12:19:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers declared DE Brett Keisel, RB Jonathan Dwyer, CB Crezdon Butler, OT Chris Scott, WR Antonio Brown, TE Matt Spaeth, DE Aaron Smith, and QB Charlie Batch inactive for Week 12 at Buffalo.

Keisel is finally over his nagging hamstring injury, but he came down with a strained calf muscle late in the week. The Steelers' run defense has remained dominant without him over the past month.
Sun, Nov 28, 2010 11:46:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers DE Brett Keisel (calf) has been downgraded to questionable for Week 12.

It's different from the hamstring injury that kept him sidelined for the past four games. While all indications are that Keisel's hammy is fully healed, the calf could hold him out for Week 12. Ziggy Hood and Nick Eason are expected to start at defensive end with Aaron Smith also sidelined.
Related: Ziggy Hood, Brett Keisel
Source: Steelers on Twitter
Sat, Nov 27, 2010 11:55:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Coach Mike Tomlin expects DE Brett Keisel (hamstring) to return for Sunday's game at Buffalo.

Keisel will practice Wednesday, and he finally appears to be over a hamstring injury that has kept him out of four games. Fred Jackson owners take note: the Steelers defense held Darren McFadden to 14 yards even without Keisel last week.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Tue, Nov 23, 2010 01:51:00 PM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers declared third quarterback Charlie Batch, RB Jonathan Dwyer, T Chris Scott, T Tony Hills, DE Aaron Smith, DE Brett Keisel, CB Crezdon Butler, and S Will Allen inactive for Sunday's game.

It's being reported that Ramon Foster will start over Trai Essex at right guard, though Essex will be active. WR Hines Ward and LG Chris Kemoeatu will both be active.
Sun, Nov 21, 2010 11:58:00 AM
Brett Keisel - DL - Steelers

Steelers DE Brett Keisel is not expected to play Sunday against Oakland.

Expect Darren McFadden to take full advantage of Keisel's absence and attack the edges. Run DMC clocks in as our No. 15 ranked running back for Week 11.
Related: Darren McFadden
Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
Sun, Nov 21, 2010 11:32:00 AM

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