Pass rusher KJ Henry is officially back with the Pittsburgh Steelers, marking his third signing with the team in the last 12 months. This latest move sends him straight to the practice squad, showing just how much the Steelers are scrambling for defensive front depth after Derrick Harmon hit injured reserve.
Henry’s Unbelievable Year With the Steelers
Dude, KJ Henry’s year has been wild, right? He signed with the Steelers practice squad last October 11, then somehow ended last season chilling on the Browns’ practice squad. But Pittsburgh wasn’t done! They brought him back on a futures contract in January, only to cut him loose again in June. Now, boom, he’s back for round three on October 6, 2026. It’s like he can’t quit the black and gold, or maybe they just can’t quit him. This team clearly sees *something* in the guy if they keep bringing him back into the fold, even if it’s just for the practice squad.
An NFL Journeyman Answers the Call
So, why all the back-and-forth for Henry? With defensive lineman Derrick Harmon going on injured reserve, the Steelers desperately needed to beef up their defensive front. Henry, originally a fifth-round pick for the Commanders back in 2023 out of Clemson, is the guy they’re calling. He’s bounced around, too, spending time with the Bengals, Cowboys, Eagles, and 49ers. The dude’s played in 15 NFL games, snagging 2.5 sacks in his career. It’s not eye-popping, but hey, when you need a body and some experience, a familiar face like Henry who knows the system, even vaguely, can be clutch.
It’s an interesting move, bringing back a guy for the third time in less than a year. For Henry, it’s another shot. For the Steelers, it’s about patching up the defensive line depth right now. You gotta wonder if this third time is the charm for him to stick around longer than a few months.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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