Pittsburgh Steelers release veteran defensive lineman Dean Lowry

The Pittsburgh Steelers released defensive lineman Dean Lowry as part of the team's final roster cuts on August 30, 2026. Lowry originally signed with Pittsburgh on a two-year deal in April 2024 but missed the entire 2025 season after sustaining a torn ACL during training camp. Before joining the Steelers, he played seven seasons with the Green Bay Packers under Mike McCarthy and one season with the Minnesota Vikings. He re-signed with Pittsburgh on a one-year contract in May 2026 after appearing in 12 games during his first season with the club. While his tenure on the active roster has concluded, the team may consider him for a potential practice squad signing. The organization continues to evaluate its roster as part of the league-wide cutdown process.

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