The Steelers signed six players to future contracts including a former Heisman trophy winner and Penn State standout. The players Troy Smith, Derrick Williams, Walter McFadden, Tyler Beiler, David Gilreath and Jimmy Young will be reserved for the 2012 off-season.
Troy Smith was drafted by the Ravens in the 5th round 174th overall in 2007 following his Heisman winning season with the Buckeyes. Troy has started eight games with the Ravens and 49ers going 4-4 with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. He spent the 2011 season with the Omaha Nighthawks of the UFL.
Derrick Williams was drafted by the Lions in the 3rd round 82nd overall in the 2009 draft. Williams ended his career as one of Penn States all time leaders in most statistical categories. In eighteen games with the Lions, Derrick caught nine passes for 82 yards and no touchdowns.
Walter McFadden was drafted by the Raiders in the 5th round 138th overall in the 2010 draft. After being cut by the Raiders in 2011, Walter spent time on the Jaguars and Bengals practice squad. Walter is the the younger brother of Steelers cornerback Bryant McFadden and Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson.
It seems as if the Steelers are looking to fill some rolls early as the team will be attempting to cut nearly 25 million dollars in cap space.
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