Steelers Release All-Pro Returner

The Pittsburgh Steelers are releasing veteran receiver and return specialist Gunner Olszewski, who joined the team in March 2022.

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Olszewski, a former All-Pro returner with the Patriots, had a reduced role in Pittsburgh, with just three combined returns this season.

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The move may pave the way for Diontae Johnson's return, as he's expected to be activated from IR ahead of Week 7.

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Olszewski, in his fifth year, had two fumbles despite minimal touches in his two games for the Steelers.

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The Steelers will save nearly $1 million with this move, and Olszewski, as a vested veteran, won't go through waivers.

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Calvin Austin is now the Steelers' punt returner, and the team had used Desmond King as one of their kick returners earlier this season.

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