The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a devastating 26-7 loss at the hands of the Buffalo Bills in Week 13, and they have made some significant changes to their roster in the wake of that beatdown.
The team released hyped offseason signing Darius Slay after being a healthy scratch against Buffalo, choosing to move forward with Asante Samuel Jr. as cornerback depth. Slay had struggled all season due to injuries and declining athleticism at 34 years old. Pittsburgh also added 35-year-old receiver Adam Thielen off waivers from the Minnesota Vikings to bolster a weak receiving room.