Elliott’s potential Steelers return, Jeudy staying put – AFC North roundup

There were no games on the AFC North slate yesterday, but the news cycle stayed busy for the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers as Week 5 approaches. All four teams are at .500 or better: the Baltimore Ravens and Browns sit at 3-1, while the Cincinnati Bengals and Steelers are 2-2.

Steelers: Elliott’s practice window opens, Pittman sidelined

Per Pro Football Rumors, the Pittsburgh Steelers have opened the return-to-practice window for veteran safety DeShon Elliott, who had been placed on injured reserve with a designation to return during roster cuts. Head coach Mike McCarthy announced the move on Thursday, as relayed by ESPN’s Brooke Pryor, and Elliott could be back in the lineup soon. Pro Football Rumors also notes that wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is expected to miss time, though no specific timetable was mentioned.

On the field, Pittsburgh will try to move to 3-2. In his Week 5 picks for CBS Sports, Jordan Dajani projects the Steelers to bounce back against the Indianapolis Colts.

Browns: Jeudy trade buzz, but no interest in a move

Also via Pro Football Rumors, trade chatter has begun to surface around wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, but the Cleveland Browns are said to have no interest in dealing him. The former first-rounder delivered his best NFL season in his first year in Cleveland, posting 1,229 receiving yards in 2024. Since then, his production has dipped, with 602 yards over 17 games last season, according to the same outlet. Even so, the 3-1 Browns appear inclined to stay the course.

Bengals and Ravens: Week 5 prep and subtle edges

In Cincinnati, CBS Sports reports that defensive back Jordan Battle has identified a subtle tell in quarterback Malik Willis’ game that the Bengals believe could help them in their Week 5 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. At 2-2, Cincinnati is looking for any possible edge.

The Baltimore Ravens, leading the division at 3-1, did not figure prominently in yesterday’s headlines but, like the rest of the AFC North, will use the remaining practice time this week to solidify their position in an already tightly packed race.