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Steelers Sign Robert Tonyan to One-Year Deal

A low-cost signing to give Aaron Rodgers a familiar target by adding veteran depth behind Pat Freiermuth

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Dec 31, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Robert Tonyan (18) reacts after a catch against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports
May 28, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Jamin Davis (48) warms up during organized team activities at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Pittsburgh hosted Robert Tonyan for a mandatory-minicamp tryout and news reports say he has agreed to a one-year contract that is expected to be near the veteran minimum.
  • Tonyan reunites with quarterback Aaron Rodgers and head coach Mike McCarthy, who worked with him during his five seasons with the Green Bay Packers.
  • The team views Tonyan as a depth option who can help on special teams and in blocking while competing for snaps behind Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington.
  • Tonyan, 32, had a career peak in 2020 with Rodgers (52 catches, 586 yards, 11 TDs) but has had limited receiving production in recent seasons with stops in Chicago, Minnesota and Kansas City.
  • The one-year, low-cost nature of the deal means minimal cap impact for a Steelers roster with tight space and gives Pittsburgh a veteran option to evaluate in training camp.