The Steelers made multiple roster moves, including signing defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal to the active roster from the practice squad. In a corresponding move, the team place defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk on the Reserve/Injured List.

The Steelers also signed linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley, receiver Isaiah Hodgins and tight end Matt Sokol to the practice squad.

Leal was drafted by the Steelers in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

In three seasons, he appeared in 28 games, starting five of them. He has recorded 31 tackles, 18 of them solo stops, four passes defensed, three tackles for a loss and one sack. Leal appeared in five games in 2024, but missed the majority of the season dealing with injuries.

Leal appeared in 12 games in 2023, starting four, and recorded 15 tackles, f

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