The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding a former Texas Longhorns star to their practice squad. The team announced Tuesday the signing of former Texas defensive back D'Shawn Jamison, who played four seasons with the Longhorns.

On Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers brought back a familiar face at cornerback to the roster. No, the Steelers didn't re-sign Patrick Peterson if that's what you were hoping for. Instead, Pittsburgh brought back James Pierre to the Steelers practice squad.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back one of their own, signing cornerback James Pierre to their practice squad, according to NFL insider Aaron Wilson. According to Wilson, the signing will start on the practice squad but will come with an opportunity to contribute on special teams and make the 53-man roster "soon.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have started the 2024 season out strong, and they are currently preparing for their biggest test yet as the undefeated Los Angeles Chargers are coming to Acrisure Stadium this Sunday.

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed defensive back D’Shawn Jamison to the practice squad, the team announced on Tuesday. Cornerback Zyon Gilbert was released from the practice squad in a corresponding move.

While it's a great birthday gift for Pierre, the move is no coidndnce. During his weekly presser, HC Mike Tomlin announced that gunner and WR Ben Skorwonek suffered an injury against the Denver Broncos that could sideline him ahead of this week's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers: "Ben [Skorwonek],