Steelers signing veteran CB Sean Murphy-Bunting off Bucs' practice squad
The Steelers are signing veteran cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting off the Buccaneers' practice squad, adding experienced depth after the Joey Porter Jr. trade
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The Steelers are signing veteran cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting off the Buccaneers' practice squad, per a source. Murphy-Bunting has played in 82 NFL games with 65 starts and has 11 career interceptions, giving Pittsburgh experienced depth in the secondary.
Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero): The Steelers are signing veteran CB Sean Murphy-Bunting off the Bucs' practice squad, per source. Murphy-Bunting has played in 82 NFL games (65 starts) and has 11 career interceptions. Some experienced depth for Pittsburgh after the Joey Porter Jr. trade.
The move comes after the Steelers traded Joey Porter Jr., leaving a void at cornerback that the team is moving quickly to address. Murphy-Bunting, a former second-round pick who won a Super Bowl with Tampa Bay, brings starting experience and ball production to a group in transition.
For Pittsburgh, the signing is a low-risk way to add a proven veteran who can step into a meaningful role. Murphy-Bunting's familiarity with the league and his ability to play both outside and in the slot make him a versatile fit. The Steelers will look to integrate him quickly as they reshape their defensive backfield following the Porter Jr. deal.