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Steelers Sign Former Seahawks Cornerback Kam Alexander

Reported by Adam Schefter days before the preseason finale, the move boosts depth with no immediate clarity on his roster role.

Overview

  • Alexander was released by Seattle on August 11 after allowing a 41-yard reception in six preseason snaps with the Seahawks.
  • Pittsburgh added him to its 90-man roster ahead of its final exhibition game against the Panthers, seeking extra cover in the secondary.
  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter first reported the signing to PennLive, with no contract length or financial terms disclosed.
  • Alexander began at UTSA—earning first-team All-AAC honors—then transferred to Oregon, where he notched one interception and four passes defensed.
  • At his pro day he ran a 4.48-second 40-yard dash and recorded a 41.5-inch vertical and 11-foot-1-inch broad jump, metrics that likely attracted Pittsburgh’s interest.