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Steelers Release LB Preston Smith in Cost-Cutting Move

The veteran linebacker was let go after eight games with Pittsburgh, saving the team over $13 million in cap space for 2025.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 04: T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts with Preston Smith #91 after a sack in the second quarter of a game at Acrisure Stadium on January 04, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • The Pittsburgh Steelers released linebacker Preston Smith on February 14, 2025, after acquiring him mid-season from the Green Bay Packers.
  • Smith's release clears $13.4 million in cap space for the Steelers, with no dead money incurred from the move.
  • In eight games with Pittsburgh, Smith recorded two sacks, 13 tackles, and one fumble recovery but was inactive for key late-season games, including the team's playoff loss.
  • The veteran linebacker, now 32, has tallied 70.5 sacks and 74 tackles for loss across his 10-year NFL career with Washington, Green Bay, and Pittsburgh.
  • The Steelers maintain strong depth at edge rusher with T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, and Nick Herbig set to return for the 2025 season.