Overview
- The Steelers, which announced the move Monday, signed the former Michigan center after a rookie minicamp tryout.
- The team released offensive tackle Sataoa Laumea in a corresponding move, cutting a former Seahawks sixth-round pick who had a futures deal.
- Crippen went undrafted in 2026 after starting all 13 games at center in 2025 and appearing in 41 games across five seasons at Michigan.
- He is set to battle for a 53-man roster spot in training camp behind Zach Frazier, with Ryan McCollum and free-agent addition Brock Hoffman also in the center mix.
- His background includes a 2023 national championship with Michigan and All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2025, signaling experience that could aid his bid to stick.