Ogunjobi was named the Steelers' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year, which recognizes an NFL player who excels in the area of community service. Most recently, Steelers' captain Cam Heyward won the award in 2024 and Steelers' quarterback Russell Wilson won the award in 2020.
Ogunjobi (groin) was a full participant in Monday's walk-through practice, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. The defensive tackle missed Pittsburgh's last two games with a groin injury, but he should be ready to go for Wednesday's game against the Chiefs. Over 13 appearances on the season, Ogunjobi has tallied 37 tackles and 1.5 sacks.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will get four critical players back for their game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Cornerback Donte Jackson, wide receiver George Pickens, safety DeShon Elliott, and defensive lineman Larry Ogunjobi are off the injury report and will return after missing games.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will get three key starters back from injury on defense for their Week 17 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Strong safety DeShon Elliott, cornerback Donte Jackson and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi will all return from injuries on Wednesday.
George Pickens officially returning for Week 17
The timing could work out splendidly in regards to making a bad situation better for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Defensive tackle Montravius Adams has been practicing for two weeks as he ramps up for a return from a meniscus injury in his left knee.
The Pittsburgh Steelers revealed the injury status of George Pickens, Joey Porter Jr., DeShon Elliott and more for Week 17 vs. the Chiefs.
At this dinner, more than two dozen families were given food, clothing, toys, gift cards and other resources to help in their transition to Pittsburgh.
Four Pittsburgh Steelers starters will make their returns to the depth chart on Wednesday against the Kansas City Chiefs, while one starter and two regulars remain out with injury.
And after their straight loss, and the latest being in embarrassing fashion against the Kansas City Chiefs, it's clear now what many fans already knew: Pittsburgh is not a Super Bowl contender this season.
The Kansas City Chiefs played one of their most complete games of the season on Christmas Day, handling business against the Steelers in a 29-10 win on the road. The Chiefs (15-1) lock up the top seed in the AFC playoffs, while the Steelers (10-6) fall to second place in the race for the AFC North.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers released their inactives ahead of their matchup on Christmas Day.