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Steelers Invite Penn State Punter Gabe Nwosu to Rookie Minicamp

The tryout signals a low-risk look at a rare-sized specialist in a crowded competition.

Overview

  • Nwosu, an undrafted Penn State punter, received a Steelers rookie minicamp invite reported Monday by the Senior Specialist All‑Star Game account and picked up by multiple outlets.
  • He stands 6-foot-6 with reports listing his weight between 296 and 313 pounds, which is far heavier than typical NFL punters.
  • In his first full season punting in 2025, he averaged 46 yards per kick with a long of 68 yards and a high rate of punts downed inside the 20, and he has kickoff experience.
  • Analysts view him as a long shot since Pittsburgh brought back veteran Cameron Johnston, with the minicamp evaluation expected May 8–10.
  • Only two punters were drafted in 2026, so camps often serve as the entry point for specialists, and the Steelers’ recent punter turnover keeps any offseason look worth noting.