Steelers sign Brandon Hill and release Joaquin Davis ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 3:10 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed defensive back Brandon Hill and released wide receiver Joaquin Davis on August 25, 2026. Hill, previously a seventh-round pick by the Texans in 2023, has seen action in two regular-season games during his rookie season. The move comes as the Steelers look to bolster their secondary ahead of the upcoming season. Davis's release opens up a roster spot as the team prepares for training camp.
- •Steelers signed DB Brandon Hill from the Texans.
- •Brandon Hill has played in two regular-season games.
- •Joaquin Davis has been released by the Steelers.
- •The roster moves were announced on August 25, 2026.
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers sign DB Brandon Hill, release WR Joaquin Davis
"The Steelers have added a piece to their secondary.
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