Though it made sense on paper, the Pittsburgh Steelers won’t be signing Avonte Maddox. Instead, he’s returning to the Philadelphia Eagles on a one-year deal, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Eagles reached agreement on a one-year deal with CB Avonte Maddox, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 4, 2024
Maddox was speculated, though there was never any credible report, as a fit for Pittsburgh to fill their void in the slot. An experienced nickel option with ties to the city, playing for the Pitt Panthers in college, he was one of the top slot cornerbacks still available in free agent.