The Steelers have released wide receiver Robert Woods from the practice squad ahead of the team’s Week 1 matchup against the New York Jets, Pittsburgh announced Tuesday.

After the move was announced, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport posted on X that the veteran wide receiver “asked for and was granted” his release from the team. Woods reportedly “only wants to continue playing if he’s on a 53-man roster and playing.”

His release likely makes room for the Steelers’ reported Tuesday signing of linebacker Jon Rhattigan.

Woods, 33, has over 8,000 career receiving yards. He spent the summer with the Steelers, making the team’s initial practice squad after a quiet preseason.

ESPN’s Brooke Pryor reported that Woods said he’d be open to returning to the Steelers if a spot on the 53-man roster opened

See Full Page