Steelers Activate Ramsey, Plan Versatile Role

Ramsey was activated off the physically unable to perform list and will practice ahead of Week 1 versus the Atlanta Falcons, with the Steelers planning to deploy him as a versatile safety and slot cornerback as part of an expected elite nickel/slot trio with Jamel Dean and Joey Porter Jr. Ramsey’s 2025 debut season produced 88 tackles, four tackles for loss, eight passes defensed and one interception, and he is projected to play a key nickel/slot role under Patrick Graham this year. The team’s ramp-up period for Ramsey is expected to last about two weeks before game action. Rookie Max Iheanachor returned to practice and could suit up for the next preseason game, potentially contending for the starting right tackle spot. Additionally, Pittsburgh receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and DK Metcalf returned to practice as they recover from injuries, while Sebastian Joseph-Day and Brandin Echols work back toward full participation. Overall, the Steelers emerged from camp relatively healthy and optimistic about Week 1 availability, with multiple return-to-play timelines in motion.