July 3, 2024

The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding a former starter for the Baltimore Ravens as they continue to add depth for the secondary. The Steelers cut defensive backs Keanu Neal and Patrick Peterson before the start of free agency so they could conserve cap space.

The Pittsburgh Steelers added Donte Jackson in March

The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding a former starter for the Baltimore Ravens as they continue to add depth for the secondary. The Steelers cut defensive backs Keanu Neal and Patrick Peterson before the start of free agency so they could conserve cap space.

Anthony Averett is signing with the Steelers

According to Pro Football Talk, The Steelers signed defensive back Anthony Averett on Sunday:

The Baltimore Ravens selected Averett in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He played with the Ravens through the 2021 season. At 29, he’s started in 27 games and has appeared in 51 games during his NFL career. He’s recorded 114 total tackles, 23 passes defensed, and three interceptions.

NFL fans’ initial reaction to the signing

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