Steelers to release veteran offensive lineman, saving $2 million

The Pittsburgh Steelers have decided on their first cap casualty of the 2026 offseason .

According to a report from The Athletic's Mike DeFabo, the Steelers are planning to release veteran offensive tackle Calvin Anderson , which would save $2 million of his $2.415 million cap hit this upcoming season.

Signing with the Steelers as a free agent in September 2024, Anderson appeared in four games and quickly emerged as a solid backup offensive tackle. He signed a two-year extension with Pittsburgh in April 2025.

Appearing in nine games in 2025, Anderson suffered a knee injury in practice and was placed on injured reserve in December, effectively ending his season.

Injury concerns and the emergence of Dylan Cook as a top offensive tackle option didn't do Anderson any favors, but he should likely remain one of the league's top backups in free agency if healthy.

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers to release Calvin Anderson ahead of 2026 free agency