For years, Steelers fans would point out every time the Patriots under Bill Belichick signed one of their cuts before a game. This year, it’s Mike Tomlin signing former New England players just before the two teams square off. Although the intel they might be able to provide isn’t the primary reason for their employment, it also doesn’t hurt.
Yesterday, the Steelers signed former Patriots ILB Ja’Whaun Bentley to their practice squad. Given Patrick Queen’s rib injury, and Malik Harrison’s absence on special teams, there is even a non-zero chance that he actually dresses and plays as an elevation.