The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Thursday morning they have activated running back Jaylen Samuels from the Reserve/COVID-19 List. In a corresponding move, the Steelers have released UDFA fullback Spencer Nigh.
Samuels was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 List on Sunday, August 2. While unclear at this time whether or not Samuels had a positive test or was merely exposed to someone who was positive, he did spend 11 days moving through the NFL’s protocol to return from Covid.
Samuels returns to a crowded running back room with the likes of James Conner, Benny Snell Jr.