The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Monday they were releasing safety Ryan Watts, whose football career is feared to be over because of a severe neck injury sustained last preseason. "After consulting with our medical team,

On Monday the Pittsburgh Steelers announced cornerback and 2024 draft pick Ryan Watts would be released from the team with the expectation that he will no longer play football.

Watts, 23, spent the entire 2024 season on injured reserve after suffering a neck injury late in the preseason. “Unfortunately, today we are releasing Ryan Watts from our roster