Steelers Terminate P Adam Podlesh’s Contract

The Steelers officially terminated Adam Podlesh’s contract yesterday afternoon. The timing of which was a little strange considering Brad Wing’s performance on Sunday.

From the NFL transaction sheet:

The Steelers placed Podlesh on the Reserve/Did not report list on August 12th after he did not show up for the beginning of camp. Podlesh signed a one year contract with the Steelers in April. As you’d expect, the Steelers won’t be on the hook for any of his salary, which was the veteran minimum.

The details of Podlesh’s absence were never disclosed. We know that his wife had a complicated pregnancy/childbirth, but no other specifics were made available. Hopefully his wife and newborn are in good health.