It became increasingly obvious why the Pittsburgh Steelers chose to re-sign former Steelers tight end David Johnson after they released Matt Spaeth with a failed physical. Quite simply, it appears that they will need him, because they have little else in the form of known commodities when it comes to sound blockers from a scheme and execution standpoint.
Jonson is, to be sure, by no means an ideal option, but he is a very serviceable one on a veteran-minimum contract, and his experience with the system—only two years removed—is an ally to him and his ability to contribute.