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Steelers Elevate CB James Pierre for Week 1 vs. Jets

The move reflects Pittsburgh's lean secondary numbers.

Overview

  • The team announced Pierre's promotion from the practice squad to the active/inactive roster for Sunday.
  • It marks Pittsburgh's first practice-squad elevation of the 2025 season.
  • Reporting indicates the transaction is a one-game move, with Pierre expected to revert to the practice squad after the game.
  • Pierre has appeared in 81 NFL games with eight starts, and reports project him to contribute as a gunner on special teams.
  • The Steelers-Jets game kicks off at 1 p.m. EST on CBS.