Steelers Sign Former Patriots Defensive Lineman Daniel Ekuale

The veteran defensive tackle brings versatility and experience to Pittsburgh's defensive line after four seasons in New England.

Daniel Ekuale, a 31-year-old defensive lineman, has signed a contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers following four seasons with the New England Patriots.
Ekuale started all 16 games he played in the 2024 season, recording a career-high 52 tackles, including two tackles for loss, one sack, and three quarterback hits.
The Steelers are adding Ekuale to bolster their defensive line depth after releasing Larry Ogunjobi, who later signed with Buffalo and received a six-game suspension for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.
Ekuale is a versatile player, having logged 720 snaps last season across multiple positions on the defensive line, including defensive tackle, nose tackle, and defensive end.
While financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, Ekuale is expected to be a cost-effective addition compared to Ogunjobi, offering veteran leadership and flexibility.