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Former Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr is signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers according to multiple reports Tuesday.
Though the Pittsburgh Steelers defense has performed well the past two weeks, they are not done bolstering that group. On Tuesday, multiple reports indicated that top free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr has chosen to sign with the Steelers.
The #Steelers are set to sign free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr., according to a report by Jordan Schultz of FOX.
He is expected to be in Pittsburgh tomorrow.
— Alan Saunders (@ASaunders_PGH) November 11, 2025
Samuel, who was considered a top-25 free agent in March, was recently cleared to play after undergoing offseason surgery. He visited numerous teams, including the Green Bay Packers and the Carolina Panthers.
Ultimately, the fifth-year corner elected to join the Steelers. It was also reported by multiple outlets that he will start on the practice squad. The move isn’t a total surprise for the Steelers.
Not only did Jalen Ramsey transition to safety, but Darius Slay and Cory Trice are both dealing with injuries. This has certainly thinned out their cornerback room, and Samuel could be elevated to the active roster if neither can return to action this week.
Samuel, whose father played 11 years in the league, was drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in the second round in 2021. His calling card has been in man-to-man coverage throughout his career. He will fit into what the Steelers like to do defensively.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers Land Top Free Agent Defensive Back
