Steelers Cut Two More Players Including Former First-Round Pick

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to work toward their final 53-man roster.

Aug 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jamin Davis (50) celebrates after sacking Green Bay Packers quarterback Kyron Drones (13) during the second half of a game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are moving closer to their 53-man roster, waiving two more players before the NFL's final cutdown deadline on Aug. 30.

The Steelers announced that wide receiver Levi Wentz and linebacker Jamin Davis have both been waived. They are the 12th and 13th players to be cut by Pittsburgh following their first round of cuts after their preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills.

While Davis was a later signing, both players spent the entire summer with the Steelers, competing during training camp and all three preseason games. Davis signed after OTAs and minicamp, with Wentz being with the team during every phase of the offseason. At times, both players flashed, but nothing ever felt likely for either to make the 53-man roster.

At wide receiver, Wentz had a few standout days, but the competition didn't even seem real for most of training camp. DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson, Germie Bernard, Ben Skowronek and Kaden Wetjen have felt like the six wideouts Pittsburgh will keep since day one, leaving almost no room for anyone to sneak their way onto the team.

As for Davis, he played with Patrick Graham in Las Vegas last season, so there was some hope coming into the summer. While he could've forced a competition with Cole Holcomb and Malik Harrison, once Elandon Roberts signed, the room felt complete.

Why Davis and Wentz Didn't Make It

While both players did flash at moments, the Steelers have different outlooks at wide receiver and inside linebacker.

Wentz never really had a shot, but he could've played well enough that the Steelers signed him back to the practice squad. That's probably not likely after being released a day early. However, being a player from Pittsburgh, you never know if being easily accessible will boost his odds of returning.

As for Davis, don't be surprised if the Steelers bring him back, but only if Holcomb makes the roster. If they waive Holcomb, Pittsburgh will probably try to sign him to their practice squad, leaving Davis as an outsider and off their radar.

The Steelers have until 6 p.m. ET on Aug. 30 to trim their roster to 53 players. With the trade of Broderick Jones, the team has 24 more moves to make to finalize their team and head into the regular season.

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