The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to shuffle their offensive depth chart, bringing back a familiar face only 48 hours after removing him from the 53-man roster. With the offense struggling to find consistency and depth becoming an increasing concern, the move comes at a crucial time in the season.

Pittsburgh’s 10–25 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers reignited questions about the run game, pass protection, and overall offensive rhythm. As the Steelers prepare for another physical divisional stretch, the front office wasted no time making another personnel adjustment.

On Friday, the team announced that they had re-signed a running back who had been with them since the offseason — this time returning him to the practice squad.

Trey Sermon, 26, was originally a third-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2021 NFL Draft. After stops with the Eagles and Colts, he joined the Steelers and has appeared in four games this season, contributing mainly on special teams and situational packages. His familiarity with the system and reliability made him the top candidate to return.

Analysts note that the move signals Pittsburgh’s need for stability within an offense that has struggled to sustain drives. While the transaction may look minor on paper, Sermon’s return adds needed depth and preserves continuity at a position hit by inconsistency.

Fan reaction has been mixed — some surprised by the quick reversal, others relieved the team kept a trusted option in the building. But all agree: with the Steelers’ offense in flux, every roster spot matters.