Jahvaree Ritzie Signed To Pittsburgh Steelers Reserve/Future Contract

Posted Jan 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed defensive end Jahvaree Ritzie to a Reserve/Future contract. Ritzie was signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent following the 2025 NFL Draft. He spent part of the 2025 season on the Patriots practice squad. Ritzie played college football at North Carolina, where he appeared in 51 games. (Pittsburgh Steelers)

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