Steelers Sign Former First-Round Pick C.J. Henderson to Practice Squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers add depth to their defense by signing the former top-10 draft pick after placing Cory Trice Jr. on injured reserve.

C.J. Henderson, a former No. 9 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, joins the Steelers' practice squad after being released by the Houston Texans in August.
Henderson has had stints with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Carolina Panthers, accumulating 172 tackles, 16 pass defenses, and 3 interceptions in his NFL career.
The signing comes less than 24 hours after the Steelers placed promising second-year cornerback Cory Trice Jr. on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
Henderson expressed excitement about joining Pittsburgh's top-ranked defense, citing the team's physical play style and strong organizational reputation.
The Steelers are currently 3-0 for the season and boast the best defense in the NFL, allowing just 229 yards and 8.7 points per game.