Overview

• The team announced Tuesday that Woods was released from the practice squad ahead of Week 1.
• Ian Rapoport reported Woods asked for and received the release because he intends to play only on a 53-man roster.
• Pittsburgh’s 53-man group at receiver features DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Scotty Miller, Roman Wilson, and Ben Skowronek, limiting elevation chances.
• Woods signed in April on a one-year, $2 million deal with a $745,000 signing bonus, was terminated at the Aug. 26 cutdown, then returned on the initial practice squad.
• Newsweek reported the Steelers filled the practice-squad spot with Lance McCutcheon after Woods’ departure.