Steelers Stun Fans with Shocking Cuts: Long Snapper and Quarterback Among Surprising Departures

The Steelers also cut linebacker Kenny Willekes, defensive Backs Kam Alexander, Quindell Johnson, Kyler McMichael and Mikey Victor, offensive linemen Doug Nester and Julian Pearl, running back Evan Hull and tight end Kevin Foelsch.

That’s a good sign for long snapper Christian Kuntz, who injured his sternum in the second preseason game. Kuntz said earlier this week, via Alan Saunders of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, that the injury is painful, but he is confident he can play the season opener.Teams are required to reach the 53-player limit by 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 26.The Steelers cut 11 players Friday, including long snapper Jake McQuaide and quarterback Logan Woodside.Friday brought a flurry of moves for the Steelers as they trimmed their roster, parting ways with 11 players including veteran long snapper Jake McQuaide and quarterback Logan Woodside. This shakeup hints at a hopeful outlook for Christian Kuntz, who, despite nursing a bruised sternum from the preseason, remains optimistic about suiting up for the season opener — a sentiment that’s hard not to root for given the pain he’s endured. Woodside’s release is particularly notable, considering he was only signed earlier this month to fill in after Will Howard’s injury, bringing a familiar face back under offensive coordinator Arthur Smith’s guidance. With the deadline to cut down to 53 players looming on August 26 at 4 p.m. ET, the Steelers are clearly making their intentions known — and the ripple effects across the team’s lineup are impossible to ignore. For those tracking every roster move and injury update, the drama is just beginning to unfold. LEARN MOREThe Steelers signed Woodside Aug. 7 after rookie quarterback Will Howard’s hand injury. Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith previously coached Woodside with the Titans and Falcons.