The Steelers have re-signed free agent offensive lineman Guy Whimper today. While the details of the deal haven’t been disclosed, it is a one year deal. I’d expect that it will be a minimum salary, with little to no signing bonus. It could likely be a $65,000 signing bonus, which would make the signing qualify for the minimum salary benefit.

The move comes as a low risk depth addition. While the 30 year old G/T isn’t a reliable starter, he provides cheap multi-positional depth. Whimper was originally signed by the Steelers last spring, after being released by the Jaguars. Affectionately nicknamed “Abdullah the Butcher” by Coach Tomlin, the offensive lineman saw two starts last season- one at right guard (NE), one at left (DET). He also saw spot duty at OT.

Whimper saw a total of 270 snaps last season, and allowed 3 sacks.