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New Steelers LB Avery Williamson ‘couldn’t even sleep’ last night with excitement

Avery Williamson of the Jets

The Pittsburgh Steelers found themselves a quality depth linebacker in Avery Williamson. Here’s why he’s so excited to join the team.

It’s not every day the Pittsburgh Steelers make a trade for a linebacker during the prime of his career. Avery Williamson has averaged 104 tackles per season over the past four years as a member of the Tennessee Titans and New York Jets, according to Pro Football Reference. Now, on a moment’s notice, he finds himself on the only undefeated team in the National Football League this year.