Steelers keep undrafted rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. on 53-man roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers finalized their initial 53-man roster Sunday, electing to retain undrafted rookie defensive lineman Kevin Jobity Jr. The Syracuse product secured a spot as the team’s seventh defensive lineman, a move that went against projections favoring veteran Dean Lowry. Pittsburgh released both Lowry and Esezi Otomewo as part of its roster cuts, while also waiving Kyler Baugh and Anthony Goodlow. Jobity recorded 84 combined tackles and 10 sacks during his collegiate career. Team observers noted that Jobity’s size and a recent injury to Sebastian Joseph-Day influenced the decision to carry an additional defensive lineman. Although Jobity earned an active roster spot to start the season, his long-term status may depend on the health of the veteran defensive unit.

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