Saturday, January 29, 2011

Report: former Gator Maurkice Pouncey has broken ankle bone, questionable Super Bowl XLV

The Pittsburgh Steelers haven’t updated Maurkice Pouncey’s status for Super Bowl XLV, but it’s looking less likely that the former Gator will be able to play.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that in addition to a high ankle sprain, Pouncey has a broken bone in his ankle.

The Steelers have not said of their rookie Pro Bowl center would play vs. Green Bay. Earlier this week, Pouncey said he expects to play, but he has since had a hard cast put on his ankle and is on crutches. Teammate Chris Kemoeatu said it’s likely Pouncey won’t play.