Mathews (ankle) participated fully in Wednesday's practice session.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews was held out of Sunday's win over the Chiefs due to his ankle injury but he appears to be recovered now. He'll likely be able to play in Sunday's AFC championship game, barring any further setbacks.

Mathews (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's playoff game against the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews, who hurt his ankle in the Steelers' regular season finale, was thought to have had a chance at suiting up after returning to practice Friday, but is now set to miss yet another playoff game. Look for Johnny Maxey and Leterrius Walton to garner additional playing time as a result.

Mathews (ankle) is questionable to play in Sunday's playoff game against the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews hurt his ankle in the season finale and was unable to suit up for last weekend's wild-card game against the Dolphins. However, he appears to face better odds of gaining clearance to play this time around after returning to practice Friday, his first showing in two weeks.

Mathews (ankle) was ruled out for Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Dolphins.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews injured his ankle in the regular season finale and wasn't able to practice this week. In his absence, both Leterrius Walton and Johnny Maxey project to receive an expanded workload.

Mathews failed to record a tackle before leaving the regular season finale with an ankle injury.

EDGE Analysis

The Steelers' already banged up defensive line took another hit, and we'll have to wait until later in the week to learn of his status for their playoff game against Miami. He finished the regular season with 16 tackles (five solo).

Mathews suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's game against the Browns and is considered questionable to return, Dale Lolley of the Observer-Reporter reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews was forced to the locker room during the first half Sunday, but may be able to return later in the game. In the meantime, expect Leterrius Walton and Johnny Maxey to see additional reps at defensive end.

Mathews (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews was able to play through the ankle injury in Week 16, but the Steelers may elect to rest their starting defensive end during the regular season finale with their playoff spot secure. In such a case, Johnny Maxey and Leterrius Walton would likely see increased roles on the defensive line.

Mathews (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews was limited in practice this week by an ankle injury he sustained last Sunday against the Bengals. However, he's all set to play and projects to remain a fixture along the Steelers' defensive line.

Mathews (ankle) was able to return to Sunday's game, Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mathews was forced from the game with an ankle injury, but was able to return after halftime.

Mathews suffered an ankle injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's tilt with the Bengals, Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

EDGE Analysis

Look for more updates to come as the game progresses. The Steelers are dealing with several injuries on the defensive line as Stephon Tuitt (knee) was also taken back to the locker room Sunday. Leterrius Walton is expected to see an expanded role with both defensive ends on the sideline.