The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially parted ways with veteran safety Juan Thornhill, as confirmed by NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. Thornhill’s release follows the team’s disappointing Week 10 performance against the Chargers.
Details on Juan Thornhill’s Release
Juan Thornhill will now hit waivers before entering free agency. The move comes after a lack of playing time, as he did not participate in any defensive snaps in the previous two games against the Chargers and the Colts.
Contract and Performance Overview
- Contract: Signed a one-year deal worth $3 million.
- Team Situation: Thornhill started for the Steelers at free safety after Minkah Fitzpatrick’s trade.
- Statistical Performance: Recorded 38 tackles and one pass defensed in the current season.
- Game Participation: Appeared in all nine games of the season, with one official start.
Defensive Backfield Changes
Recently, the Steelers have utilized Jalen Ramsey and Kyle Dugger as their starting safeties. This tactical shift has diminished Thornhill’s role in the team significantly.
As the Steelers move forward, the release of Juan Thornhill could impact their defensive strategies in upcoming games. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this decision plays out for the team.
