PITTSBURGH --Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig has continued his progress to return to the field from a hamstring injury, and was limited for the second straight day.
On Thursday, Herbig was seen doing speed rushes during individual drills, showcasing that he is likely on the way back, and has a solid shot of playing against the New York Jets.
Head coach Mike Tomlin said the team has a plan for Herbig, but they are unsure if that includes him playing Week 1.
Herbig noted that since the injury, he has only done light work, with Wednesday being the first day of any significant practice time. For right now, the plan is for him to take it day by day and see where he is at.
“I’m just taking it day by day,” Herbig said. “We’ll see how I feel. … “I feel like I have a great plan with Gabe [Amponsah], our head trainer. I think I’m progressing every day and just keep stacking days.”
Tomlin said that Herbig had a ‘really good day’ on Monday as the Steelers started to ramp him up toward returning to practice.
The idea for Herbig’s rehab is all about movement and keeping the muscle loose while he tries to improve. By doing so, the Steelers hope he can return soon.
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