PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers released 2024 sixth-round pick Ryan Watts on Monday following a season-ending neck injury sustained in the final preseason game of his rookie year.
"We all agree that it's in Ryan's best interest to discontinue playing football at this time," Steelers general manager Omar Khan said in a statement. "We will continue to support Ryan as he transitions to this next phase of his life."
Khan said the decision was reached after consulting with team doctors, medical experts and Watts' representatives.
Watts' injury, which happened against the Detroit Lions on Aug.