The Steelers have released veteran tight end Matt Spaeth with a failed physical designation one week before they report to training camp at Saint Vincent College.
Spaeth played for the Steelers in seven of his nine NFL seasons. He was a third-round draft choice in 2007 and played for the team through the 2010 season. He signed as a free agent with Chicago and played for the Bears for two seasons before re-signing with the Steelers in 2013.
Spaeth’s second go-round with the Steelers was plagued by injuries. He missed 16 games over the past three seasons, including three last season.