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The Pittsburgh Steelers are releasing veteran wide receiver Robert Woods, according to a report by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Woods, 33, joined the Steelers on a one-year free agent contract this offseason. His release will cause a $745,000 dead cap hit, but save $1.255 million against the salary cap this season.
A veteran of 12 NFL seasons and a Super Bowl winner with the Los Angeles Rams in 2021, Woods was unable to crack the Steelers’ roster despite a drastic need at outside receiver behind DK Metcalf.
Woods played a ton for the Steelers this preseason, frequently entering games in the second half and playing with the second- and third-team players. Despite the reduced competition, in 69 offensive snaps, he was targeted just one time, making one catch for four yards.
Woods is coming off a career-worst season with the Houston Texans in 2024, when he caught 20 passes for 203 yards over 15 games, and was not given an increased role in the offense despite a rash of injuries at the position for Houston.
Rapoport said that there is the potential for a reunion between the Steelers and Woods, which suggests a slot on the practice squad, and that the veteran wants to keep playing in 2025.
Woods is not subject to waivers and is free to sign with another team immediately.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers Release Veteran WR, Super Bowl Champ
