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John Houston to sign with Pittsburgh Steelers as undrafted free agent

John Houston, the first of USC football’s undrafted players for 2020, has found his new home.

The linebacker and Trojan team captain will sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent, according to his Twitter account.

“Undrafted free agent. The opportunity I need is here and for the taking. Built for it and nothing will stop me from getting. Thankful for the opportunity @steelers #BelieveinGodPlan,” Houston tweeted on Saturday when the draft concluded.

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Houston was dealt a tough hand when it came to his draft hopes.