Steelers Sign Former Patriots Safety Jabrill Peppers After Week 1 Injury

Jabrill Peppers was initially kept on the New England Patriots' 53-man roster but released shortly after due to not fitting the defensive scheme under head coach Mike Vrabel and defensive coordinator Terrell Williams. Despite Peppers and Vrabel both denying scheme incompatibility as the reason, the Patriots moved forward with other safeties for their opener. The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Peppers following an injury to their starting safety, DeShon Elliott, with head coach Mike Tomlin praising Peppers’ versatility and experience. Peppers, who had served as a Patriots captain and played three seasons with them, will soon face his former team when the Steelers visit Gillette Stadium in Week 3. Additionally, the Buffalo Bills signed veteran punter Cameron Johnston, replacing Brad Robbins, and the Denver Broncos added running back Deuce Vaughn to their practice squad after he was waived by the Dallas Cowboys. These roster moves reflect ongoing adjustments teams are making early in the NFL season.