Tomlin says Tuitt may play this weekend vs. Minnesota

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said the news surrounding defensive end Stephon Tuitt’s injured left biceps is encouraging.

Tomlin says there’s even a chance that Tuitt could play this weekend when the Steelers host the Minnesota Vikings in their home opener.

Tuitt injured his arm on the second play from scrimmage in Pittsburgh’s 2118 season-opening win over Cleveland. Team officials initially feared Tuitt would be out long term. Tomlin said the news is “very positive” compared with what it could have been. The team will monitor Tuitt’s progress throughout the week.