Pittsburgh Steelers move on from Pa. high school star, former Penn State defender

Pittsburgh Steelers move on from Pa. high school star, former Penn State defender

The Pittsburgh Steelers have released cornerback Daequan Hardy from the practice squad one month after signing him, the team announced.

Pittsburgh Steelers Cut Ties with Local Defensive Back

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Daequan Hardy at practice on Nov. 12, 2025. -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now The Pittsburgh Steelers released former Penn State and Penn Hills defensive back Daequan Hardy from their practice squad, the team announced on Tuesday. Hardy had signed with the team on Nov. 4. He was not elevated from the practice squad and did not appear in a game. In high school, Hardy played on the same 7-on-7 team as fellow Steelers…