Less than a week after being released by the Kansas City Chiefs, running back La'Mical Perine has found a new home in the NFL. Perine, 26, has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to his agent.

Perine, who is the cousin of former Steelers linebacker Myles Jack and Broncos running back Samaje Perine, was selected in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He spent his first two seasons with the New York Jets before joining the Chiefs' practice squad in 2022.

Although Perine saw limited action during his time with the Chiefs, he impressed in Kansas City's final game of the 2023 regular season. In the Chiefs' 13-12 loss to the Chargers, Perine started and showcased his skills, rushing for a solid 77 yards and making three receptions for 33 yards.

The Steelers must have seen potential in Perine's performance, as they wasted no time in signing him after his release from the Chiefs. Pittsburgh has a history of success with running backs, and they likely hope Perine can contribute to their backfield.

While it remains to be seen how Perine will fit into the Steelers' offensive scheme, his versatility as both a rusher and receiver could be an asset to the team. With the addition of Perine, the Steelers' running back depth chart becomes even more intriguing, as they already have a strong group of backs led by Najee Harris.

Fans will have to wait for the upcoming season to see how Perine's career unfolds with the Steelers. However, his signing adds depth and competition to Pittsburgh's running back room, providing an interesting storyline to follow in the team's upcoming training camp and preseason.

Only time will tell if Perine can make a significant impact with the Steelers, but for now, his signing offers a fresh start and a new opportunity to showcase his abilities in Pittsburgh's offense.