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Steelers Re-Sign RB Trey Sermon to Practice Squad After Waiver

The transaction followed his waiver to open a roster spot for quarterback Will Howard’s return from injured reserve.

Overview

  • The team announced Friday that Trey Sermon has returned on a practice-squad deal after clearing waivers.
  • Sermon was waived Wednesday when Pittsburgh activated rookie Will Howard to the 53-man roster.
  • He has appeared in four games this season with one offensive snap and 47 special-teams snaps, including two kickoff returns for 51 yards.
  • He spent most of 2025 toggling between the practice squad and game-day elevations, serving primarily as depth and on special teams.
  • A 2021 third-round pick of the 49ers, Sermon has 505 career rushing yards and three touchdowns after stints with San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Indianapolis.