Jacoby Windmon signs with Steelers after stints with Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced the signing of linebacker Jacoby Windmon on June 16, 2026. Windmon previously played for the Carolina Panthers in two separate periods during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, contributing 22 tackles and 1.5 sacks over nine games. After being waived in early May, he spent time with the Columbus Aviators in the United Football League before rejoining Pittsburgh. Windmon initially entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Steelers in 2024.
- •Jacoby Windmon signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- •He previously played for the Carolina Panthers in 2024 and 2025.
- •Windmon recorded 22 tackles and 1.5 sacks during his time with the Panthers.
- •He was waived by Carolina in May before joining the Aviators.
- •Windmon originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent.
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Former Panthers LB signs with Steelers on Tuesday
"A former Panthers LB has found his way back to Pittsburgh.
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