Overview

• Pittsburgh formally announced the addition of former Michigan Panthers pass rusher Kenny Willekes on Tuesday.
• The Steelers created a roster spot by waiving/injuring offensive tackle Gareth Warren following his head injury against Tampa Bay.
• Head coach Mike Tomlin has indicated Herbig’s hamstring issue is not believed to be serious, positioning the signing as depth and competition.
• Willekes is expected to log significant snaps in Thursday’s preseason game against the Carolina Panthers as he auditions for a 53-man or practice-squad role before the August 26 cutdown.
• The 2020 seventh-round pick by the Vikings posted 31 tackles, about four sacks and 28 pressures in the UFL this season after a 2022 ACL setback and six NFL games in 2021.