The Steelers have inked a deal with Ryan Watts, their sixth-round selection.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have secured another rookie draft pick by signing him to his inaugural NFL contract.
In Pittsburgh, the Steelers have added another 2024 draft pick to their roster with the signing of sixth-round choice Ryan Watts to his inaugural NFL contract. The team disclosed the news this week. Watts’ contract with the Steelers
spans four years, although the financial specifics have not been revealed. He becomes the third Steelers draft pick to sign his first contract, following wide receiver Roman Wilson and defensive lineman Logan Lee.
Following his transfer from Ohio State, where he played in only 19 games across two seasons, Watts saw action in 27 games for the Texas Longhorns, starting 22 of them. During this period, he tallied 100 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 1 quarterback hit, three interceptions, and 6 passes defended.
With uncertainties surrounding the cornerback situation in Pittsburgh, Watts has an opportunity to secure a roster spot immediately. Although Joey Porter Jr. stands out as the clear No. 1, and veteran Donte Jackson fills another
starting position on the outside, the Steelers still require depth and a starting slot cornerback. This presents Watts with a chance to make a swift impact. However, he’ll face competition from several other young prospects.
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Stephen Thompson earned his bachelor’s degree in communications and political science from Pitt in April 2022, following four years as a sports writer and editor at The Pitt News, the independent, student-run newspaper of the University of Pittsburgh. His primary focus was on covering Pitt men’s basketball, but he also contributed to
reporting on football, volleyball, softball, gymnastics, lacrosse, and other sports when required. His contributions to The Pitt News have been recognized with awards from the Pennsylvania News Media Association and Associated College Press.
In the spring and summer of 2021, Stephen interned with Pittsburgh Sports Now, where he covered baseball in western Pennsylvania. Originally from Washington D.C., Stephen’s family ties have instilled in him a passion for Boston’s professional teams and Pitt athletics, as well as a general fascination with sports.
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