Mason Rudolph Removed From Concussion Protocol

Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph appears to have recovered from his horrifying concussion quicker than anyone anticipated, and he appears on track to return after Pittsburgh's bye week.

Rudolph has been removed from the league's concussion protocol, and will likely start on Monday Night Football against the Miami Dolphins on Oct. 28.

Filling in for Ben Roethlisberger after the veteran was ruled out for the remainder of the season, Rudolph has completed 67% of his passes for 646 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions, good for a passer rating of 102.5. 7.4% of his passes have gone for touchdowns, a mark which stands as the best in the league.

Rudolph was knocked out cold by Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas on a dirty helmet-to-helmet hit, which forced him out of the remainder of that game as well as the following week's Sunday Night matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Luckily for the Steelers, backup Delvin Hodges was able to play mistake-free football and lead the Steelers to a win in Los Angeles.

Rudolph will also have the luxury of getting eased back onto the field, as he has the benefit of a tissue-soft Miami defense to throw against. Not exactly the most prolific challenge for Rudolph in his return to game action, something we're sure he's appreciative of.