Three Steelers players at risk of being cut before roster deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
With the 53-man roster deadline approaching on Sunday, the Pittsburgh Steelers are making decisions about their roster. Players such as linebacker Cole Holcomb, running back Eli Heidenreich, and quarterback Will Howard are reportedly in jeopardy of being cut. Holcomb faces competition from other linebackers, Heidenreich may fall behind in depth due to strong performances from other running backs, and Howard has struggled in preseason games, affecting his chances. The team has begun their first wave of cuts but still has more to finalize before the deadline.
- •Cole Holcomb may be cut due to strong competition in the linebacker room.
- •Eli Heidenreich faces challenges from other running backs for a roster spot.
- •Will Howard has struggled, raising doubts about his position as backup quarterback.
- •The Steelers have begun their cuts ahead of the 53-man roster deadline on Sunday.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — 3 Steelers in danger of being cut before roster deadline
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