Steelers fans could get an early Christmas present according to NFL Network's Ian Rapport.

#Steelers CB Joe Haden (fibula) is considered a game-time decision, but based on how he performed in practice, the team believes he can go. WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) is also a game-time call, but should be good to go.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 17, 2017

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#Steelers CB Joe Haden (fibula) is considered a game-time decision, but based on how he performed in practice, the team believes he can go. WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) is also a game-time call, but should be good to go.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 17, 2017

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