Devaughn Vele

Devaughn Vele (ribs) did not practice Thursday.

Vele missed his second consecutive practice while dealing with his rib injury, and seems to be on the wrong side of being able to play Sunday against the Steelers. Josh Reynolds was also limited with an Achilles injury, so arguably the league’s worst receiving unit could be in a lot of trouble for a game against a tough Pittsburgh defense. On the bright side, Garret Bolles (ankle) was able to get in a limited practice Thursday, and he’s expected to be able to play in Week 2.