Though it was logical to believe a reunion between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Derrek Tuskza would be in order, he is heading out west. After being released by the Tennessee Titans yesterday, the Los Angeles Chargers have claimed him off waivers, the team announced moments ago.
we've claimed OLB Derrek Tuszka off waivers and placed Jalen Guyton on injured-reserve.
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) September 27, 2022
Pittsburgh signed Tuszka last September, first to their practice squad and later their 53-man roster. He appeared in 15 games with the Steelers, recording 18 tackles and a pair of sacks, taking over as the team’s #3 OLB late in the season.