Steelers release Darnell Savage, sign Rayshawn Jenkins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released safety Darnell Savage and signed safety Rayshawn Jenkins, effective August 2, 2026. Savage, a former first-round pick in 2019, struggled to secure a consistent role, starting only once in 2025 after being with three teams. Jenkins, who played for the Cleveland Browns last season, now aims to secure a spot on the 53-man roster as preseason approaches. The Steelers formerly worked out Jenkins and Jordan Whitehead during the early days of training camp.
- •Darnell Savage released by the Steelers on August 2, 2026.
- •Rayshawn Jenkins signs with Pittsburgh after a season with the Browns.
- •Savage started just one game in 2025 and played for three teams.
- •Jenkins seeks to secure a role on the roster as preseason nears.
- •Steelers prioritized enhancing their safety position this training camp.
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers release veteran safety
"The Steelers make room for new signing Rayshawn Jenkins on the 90-man roster.
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