The Steelers on Tuesday activated cornerback Justin Layne from the reserve/COVID list. To make room on the roster for the second-year cornerback, the Steelers released defensive back Breon Borders.
Layne, a third-round pick out of Michigan State, appeared in 10 games in 2019, making three tackles on special teams.
Layne was one of four Steelers placed on the reserve/COVID list at the start of the team's training camp at Heinz Field.
Players are placed on that list if they either have a positive test for COVID-19 or have come in close contact with someone who tested positive for the virus.