The Pittsburgh Steelers have made several roster moves ahead of their upcoming game, including the activation of tight end Pat Freiermuth from the Reserve/Injured List and the signing of linebacker Mykal Walker from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

Freiermuth, who had been sidelined with a hamstring injury, expressed his excitement and relief to be back on the field with his teammates. Having missed the last four games, as well as the Ravens game in Week 8, Freiermuth acknowledged the difficulty of being away from the game for an extended period. He emphasized his team-oriented mindset and his eagerness to contribute to the offense in the upcoming divisional match.

The return of Freiermuth is seen as a significant boost to the Steelers' offense, providing additional pressure on opposing defenses. Receiver Diontae Johnson highlighted the versatility that Freiermuth brings to the team, specifically in working the middle of the field while Johnson and George Pickens handle the outside. The combination of their skills will undoubtedly pose challenges for opposing defenses.

Meanwhile, the Steelers also made a roster move by signing linebacker Mykal Walker from the practice squad. Walker, who had previously played for the Atlanta Falcons, brings experience and versatility to the Steelers' defense. He recorded impressive stats during his time in Atlanta, including 187 tackles, three interceptions (one for a touchdown), and one sack. Walker expressed his admiration for Coach Mike Tomlin and his excitement to be a part of a team that has maintained a winning record for 16 consecutive years.

The Steelers also elevated safety Trenton Thompson and linebacker Tariq Carpenter from the practice squad to the Active/Inactive Roster for the game. Both players had previously been elevated for the Packers game and will return to the practice squad after the match.

The team had to make room for these roster changes by placing safety Keanu Neal on the Reserve/Injured List. Neal, who signed with the Steelers as an unrestricted free agent this offseason, had started eight out of nine games played and will now be sidelined due to an injury.

The Steelers' roster moves demonstrate their commitment to strengthening the team as they enter a critical phase of the season. The return of Freiermuth and the addition of Walker provide much-needed depth and skill to both the offense and defense, respectively. With their sights set on late November/December football, the Steelers are ready to make a push for success in the competitive AFC North division.

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