The Steelers officially shook up their roster big time on Tuesday, making the call to release outside linebacker Bradyn Swinson from their practice squad. Swinson, a former fifth-round pick by the New England Patriots back in 2025 out of LSU, had only joined the Steelers’ practice squad on September 1. It’s a wild ride for these young guys, man.
A Talented Player Gets the Boot
Before the draft, this dude Swinson was actually graded as a Round 3-4 talent by NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein. You know Zierlein’s usually pretty dialed in. So, for a guy with that kind of pre-draft hype to get cut from the practice squad, it definitely makes you wonder what went down. The NFL is a brutal business, and sometimes talent alone isn’t enough to stick. Every snap, every practice rep, it all matters.
Other Roster Shakes and the Open Spot
Swinson’s departure wasn’t the only roster move the Steelers made. They also officially signed cornerback Terrell Smith to their 53-man roster. That’s a solid upgrade for Smith, making the jump to the main squad. Plus, they brought in another outside linebacker, K.J. Henry, and added him to the practice squad. So, they’re trying to retool on the fly, which is always interesting to watch. After all these moves this week, the Steelers’ 53-man roster is now completely full. But here’s the thing: their practice squad still has one open spot remaining as they gear up for Week 5. That’s a prime opportunity for someone hungry to make an impression.
The Steelers are back in action this Sunday, taking the field against the Indianapolis Colts. You know they’ll be looking to gel with these new roster changes and show what they’ve got.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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