Overview
- Multiple outlets reported on Saturday that the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to a one-year contract with 10-year NFL veteran Rayshawn Jenkins after a workout with the team.
- The club also worked out veteran Jordan Whitehead earlier in the week but chose Jenkins to add immediate depth behind starters DeShon Elliott and Jaquan Brisker.
- Jenkins played all 17 games for the Cleveland Browns in 2025, recording 45 tackles and one interception while contributing on both defense and special teams.
- Coaches and insiders expect Jenkins to be a veteran leader in Patrick Graham’s first season as defensive coordinator and to help stabilize the room while younger players compete for snaps.
- The signing answers a pressing depth need in camp and could reduce opportunities for undrafted rookies, while giving the Steelers a known, low-cost option as they evaluate the roster before cuts.