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Steelers acquire former college standout following Buccaneers release
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One team's departure is another team's treasure, as the Pittsburgh Steelers recently acquired a former collegiate standout from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers .
On Tuesday, the Steelers claimed former Buccaneers punter Aidan Laros off waivers, releasing wide receiver Brandon Johnson in a related move.
Laros, named to the Ray Guy Award Watch List in 2025, previuosly played for the Charlotte 49ers (2021-2022), UT Martin Skyhawks (2023), and the Kentucky Wildcats (2024-2025). He was also selected first overall in the 2026 Canadian Football League Global Draft.
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The Steelers now have two punters on their roster: 34-year old veteran Cameron Johnston and Laros, potentially setting up for an exciting positional battle to keep a close eye on over the next several months.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers claim new punter off waivers following Buccaneers departure
