Sutton Smith is back in the Steel City.
Wednesday, the Steelers announced they signed Smith, the team's first of three sixth-round picks in the 2019 NFL Draft, to their practice squad. The move is an intriguing one, if only because it feels like we never really got to see what Smith had to offer. A defensive end from Northern Illinois University who would convert to outside linebacker at the pro level, Smith boasted some intriguing tape.
But then ... he never showed up.
OK, Smith was physically around and in the building, but he battled injuries throughout training camp and the preseason, severely limiting his impact and his ability to gain necessary reps to not just improve but to show the coaching staff he deserved a spot on the roster when he did get to play.