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Troy Polamalu | Defensive Back

Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Age / DOB:  (32) / 4/19/1981
Ht / Wt:  5'10' / 207
College: USC
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Steelers SS Troy Polamalu is reportedly in his best shape since his days at USC.
The Steelers kick off OTAs on Tuesday. Polamalu missed nine games with a lingering calf injury last season, and the team needs him to be on the field more this year. Three of the Steelers' starting four defensive backs -- Polamalu, FS Ryan Clark, and RCB Ike Taylor -- are all over the age of 32. May 20 - 8:29 PM
Source: Mark Kaboly on Twitter

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Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers DC Dick LeBeau believes Troy Polamalu can play at a high level for "several more years."

Although he'll be 32 in April, Polamalu continues to operate at a high level. The problem has been ongoing lower-leg injuries which cost him nine games in 2012. "He has a lot of tremendous football talent still in him," LeBeau said. "Once he got back on the field, I couldn't see any difference in his play than when he was winning the Defensive Player of the Year award." Polamalu is signed through 2014.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Feb 20 - 11:35 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

It's "obvious" Troy Polamalu (calf) is playing through discomfort.

A 31-year-old Polamalu has been a shell of himself since returning three games ago. He has played limited snaps at times while getting treatment on the sideline and has no sacks, interceptions or fumbles. It looks like Polamalu will need the offseason to reach 100 percent.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Tue, Dec 18, 2012 11:35:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Troy Polamalu says his two calf injuries this season were to two different muscles.

In other words, the seven-game absence from his second calf injury was not an aggravation of the problem that caused him to miss Weeks 2 and 3. Polamalu admits he had a "better game plan" going into last week's game than he did in his initial Week 4 return.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Fri, Dec 7, 2012 10:15:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Troy Polamalu (calf) recorded two tackles in his Week 13 return to action.

Polamalu was eased back in after missing seven straight games, splitting time with Will Allen. Most importantly, he emerged from the win over the Ravens setback-free. Look for Polamalu's snaps to get a major bump against the Chargers next week.
Related: Will Allen
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Mon, Dec 3, 2012 09:51:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers DC Dick LeBeau expects SS Troy Polamalu (calf) to play a "significant role" against the Ravens on Sunday.

"I don't think he will be able to be out there every snap," said LeBeau. "He is in good shape ... but I think his football conditioning needs some development." The Steelers pass defense has allowed 819 yards over the past six games compared to 791 by the Texans pass defense over the past two games.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Fri, Nov 30, 2012 11:27:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (calf) is scheduled to practice on Wednesday and could play versus the Ravens in Week 13.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Polamalu has a "possibility" of playing on Sunday. "We're encouraged by his status," said Tomlin. We still believe Week 14 is a more realistic target for Polamalu.
Source: Scout.com
Tue, Nov 27, 2012 01:38:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (doubtful, calf) returned to practice Friday.

Polamalu isn't going to play this week at Cleveland, but he's progressing enough from the torn calf to go through practice drills, and that's a good sign for his going-forward status. He might return in time for Week 14 or 15.
Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter
Fri, Nov 23, 2012 03:47:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac, Troy Polamalu (calf) will attempt to resume running this week.

Dulac also clarified that Polamalu's injury is a torn calf. Polamalu will not play in Week 12 against the Browns, and he's extremely doubtful for the Steelers' Week 13 rematch with the Ravens. The fact that Polamalu is just now trying to run again doesn't bode well for his chances of returning anytime soon.
Tue, Nov 20, 2012 06:09:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (calf) has been ruled out for Week 11.

This is the sixth game in a row Polamalu has missed. There was some earlier speculation he would return this week, but the Steelers will again turn to Will Allen as their strong safety.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Sat, Nov 17, 2012 11:20:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

There's a "chance" SS Troy Polamalu (calf) could return for Week 11, according to the Tribune-Review.

Polamalu has already been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chiefs, but he could get some practice time in. It would be his first on-field sessions in roughly five weeks. The Steelers are 4-2 without Polamalu in the lineup this season and 3-1 since Will Allen took over as the starting strong safety.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Wed, Nov 7, 2012 09:01:00 AM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (calf) and RT Marcus Gilbert (ankle) have been ruled out of Week 10.

Polamalu has been ruled out on Tuesday for three straight weeks now. The Steelers have essentially shut him down in the hopes he can be a difference-maker in the stretch run and the playoffs.
Source: Mike Bires on Twitter
Tue, Nov 6, 2012 01:03:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (calf) and RT Marcus Gilbert (ankle) have been ruled out of Week 9.

Polamalu, who has appeared in just two games this season, does not appear close to a return. Backup Will Allen had five tackles and three pass breakups against the Redskins last week.
Source: Ed Bouchette on Twitter
Tue, Oct 30, 2012 12:28:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu's right calf injury is being described as a "serious concern."

Polamalu has played in just two games in 2012, which has limited him to just 77 snaps. He originally suffered the strain in Week 1, but he then rushed back too early and re-aggravated the issue against the Eagles in Week 5. Polamalu is considered week-to-week at this point. Although Pittsburgh is ranked second in overall defense, they have graded out poorly against the run and the team's pass rush leaves a lot to be desired.
Source: Pro Football Weekly
Sat, Oct 27, 2012 02:49:00 PM
Troy Polamalu - DB - Steelers

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (calf) and RT Marcus Gilbert (ankle) have been ruled out of Week 8.

Polamalu made the mistake of rushing back too fast in Week 5. The Steelers won't let that happen again. There's no timetable for his return. Mike Adams will continue to fill in for Gilbert.
Source: Ed Bouchette on Twitter
Tue, Oct 23, 2012 12:19:00 PM

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