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Raiders Sign LB Jon Rhattigan Off Steelers' Practice Squad

The move brings a seasoned special-teams piece onto Las Vegas' 53-man roster.

Overview

  • Rhattigan's signing to the active roster was announced by his agency and reported by The Sporting News on Tuesday.
  • The linebacker has logged 1,024 career special-teams snaps compared with 20 on defense, underscoring his primary role.
  • He joined Pittsburgh just before Week 1 and played six special-teams snaps for the Steelers in Week 2 this season.
  • Across five NFL seasons he has appeared in 53 games with 44 tackles, having previously spent time with the Seahawks and Panthers.
  • Las Vegas sits at 1-4 as it adds the veteran contributor to help its third-phase units.