The Steelers could welcome the return of three injured starters this week as they prepare to play the unbeaten New England Patriots Sunday. Wide receiver Santonio Holmes, strong safety Troy Polamalu and left offensive tackle Marvel Smith all could start against the Patriots, coach Mike Tomlin said. Each has missed the past two games -- Holmes with a high ankle sprain, Polamalu with a sprained knee and Smith with a disc problem in his back.
-- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Steelers Notebook: Holmes, Polamalu, Smith hope to play