Bud Dupree (right), who is playing this season under the franchise tag, was scheduled to become a free agent after the season. Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers' Bud Dupree feared to have torn ACL in win over Ravens

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 12/2/20

The Steelers fear that linebacker Bud Dupree suffered a torn ACL late in Pittsburgh’s 19-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday.

Dupree got hurt late in the game after stepping awkwardly following a block while he was rushing the passer. He went down after injuring his knee and pounded the turf.

Hope Bud Dupree is alright! #Steelers pic.twitter.com/4kynWtr75Y

— That Blitz Guy (@ThatBlitzGuy) December 2, 2020

The way Dupree pounded the turf was an ominous sign about his health.

It’s no surprise that after the game ended, NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo and Aditi Kinkhabwala reported that Dupree appears to have a torn ACL.

Initial tests on #Steelers LB Bud Dupree indicate a torn ACL, sources tell me and @AKinkhabwala. Tests coming to confirm but the team expects him to be lost for the reason. Crushing for the team and Dupree, who is playing on the franchise tag and is slated to be a free agent.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) December 3, 2020