Former Patriots draft pick signs with Steelers after being cut
Former New England Patriots edge rusher Bradyn Swinson has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed former New England Patriots linebacker Bradyn Swinson to their practice squad, the team announced on Tuesday. Swinson was drafted by the Patriots with the 146th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He appeared in three games for New England last season, contributing with one tackle. Swinson, aged 24, participated in the AFC Championship Game against the Denver Broncos and played a role in the Patriots' journey to the Super Bowl last season.
On Sunday, the final roster reduction deadline, Swinson was released by the Patriots. This move sees the 24-year-old join forces with New England's AFC rivals, the Pittsburgh Steelers, for the upcoming season. He will face the Patriots for the first time in Week 2.
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