Steelers, Texans Make Multiple Roster Cuts Ahead 2025 NFL Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers finalized their 53-man roster for the 2025 season, making notable cuts including cornerback Beanie Bishop, safety Chuck Clark, veteran wide receiver Robert Woods, and running back Lew Nichols. Bishop, who played all 17 games as a rookie, and Clark's departures leave gaps in the secondary that the Steelers are likely to address soon. Woods, signed early in free agency and expected to contribute, struggled during the preseason and was outperformed by younger receivers, resulting in his release despite a $745,000 dead money charge for the team. Nichols, a promising running back who led the NCAA in rushing in 2021, showed strong preseason performances but was still cut, with hopes he will be re-signed to the practice squad. Meanwhile, former Pitt Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis was released by the Houston Texans as they trimmed their roster, despite his preseason playing time; Slovis had previously played at BYU and Pitt before entering the NFL. These roster moves reflect the Steelers' and Texans' efforts to finalize their squads ahead of the regular season, balancing veteran experience and emerging talent.