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Former Steelers OLB Preston Smith Signs With Commanders

The Pittsburgh Steelers bolstered their EDGE depth by acquiring Preston Smith from the Green Bay Packers at the 2024 trade deadline. Smith served as a backup, contributing two sacks and 13 total tackles in 161 snaps. The Steelers opted not to bring Smith back this offseason, and after Week 2, he finally has a new home. Per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Smith is signing with the Washington Commanders.

It’s a reunion for Smith, who began his career in Washington and played with the team from 2015-2018. The Commanders recently lost EDGE Deatrich Wise Jr. to a season-ending injury, and Smith can help bolster the team’s pass-rush.