Overview

• Pittsburgh informed Cameron Johnston of his release during 53-man roster cuts, confirming Corliss Waitman as the punter for 2025.
• The move provides roughly $2.5 million in cap savings with about $958,000 in dead money remaining on Johnston’s three-year, $9 million deal.
• Waitman outperformed Johnston in the preseason with reported averages around 53.2 yards gross and 44.6 net, compared with Johnston’s 42.3 and 35.8.
• Reporting cited Waitman’s top-tier hang time and continuity as Chris Boswell’s holder, with his left-footed punts viewed as an added factor.
• The Steelers are exploring trade options for Johnston, who as a vested veteran would not be subject to waivers once released.