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Steelers Sign WR Ben Skowronek From Practice Squad To 53-Man Roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers filled their open roster spot left by LB Tyler Matakevich being placed on injured reserve by signing WR Ben Skowronek from their practice squad to their 53-man roster. That’s according to the official league transactions sheet issued by the NFL each idea.

Strangely, Skowronek’s signing wasn’t announced by the team as they made a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday. The team announced moving Matakevich to injured reserve after he sustained a hamstring injury in Week 2’s win over the Denver Broncos. They also announced several practice squad signings, including bringing back CB James Pierre.