Steelers Adjust Roster Amid Linebacker Injuries

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made several roster adjustments due to injuries among their linebackers. They signed former Atlanta Falcons linebacker Ade Ogundeji to their 53-man roster from the practice squad to address the absence of injured players Nick Herbig and Alex Highsmith. Ogundeji, a fifth-round pick by the Falcons in 2021, had an impactful start with Atlanta but was released after a season-ending injury in 2023. The Steelers also elevated pass rusher Eku Leota, previously with the Carolina Panthers, to strengthen their lineup against the Las Vegas Raiders, and placed DeMarvin Leal on injured reserve. Additionally, the Steelers signed wide receiver Lance McCutcheon to the practice squad while releasing Jaray Jenkins. These moves aim to maintain the team's defensive depth and potentially improve their offensive performance.