2012 NFL Playoffs: Steelers Inactives Vs. Broncos Include Maurkice Pouncey

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Reports on Friday had Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey out for Sunday's 2012 NFL Playoff game against the Denver Broncos, but the team had listed him as questionable for the contest. On Sunday, the Steelers declared Pouncey inactive for the game. Doug Legursky will start at center while Chris Kemoeatu takes over at guard.

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#Steelers inactives: M. Moore, R. Clark, C. Allen, M. Pouncey, M. Ivy, A. Woods & J. Meredith.

— Denver Broncos (@Denver_Broncos) January 8, 2012

Also as expected, safety Ryan Clark is not playing as a result of possible health complications by playing at altitude. He was previously affected by Denver's altitude, losing his gall bladder and spleen. Cornerback Cortez Allen and running back Mewelde Moore are also out for hte this game.

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