For “Dirty Red” enthusiasts that purchased a No. 44 Tyler Matakevich jersey during his first stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers, it appears you will be able to break those jerseys out of the corner of your closet. According to a team-provided roster with the latest updates, Matakevich will once again wear No. 44. OLB Julius Welschof previously was assigned No. 44, but has since switched to No. 48.
Matakevich was signed last week as a bit of a surprise addition, but it makes all the sense in the world. The Steelers have renewed their focus on special teams with the additions of P Cameron Johnston and return specialist Cordarrelle Patterson.