Steelers Activate QB Will Howard from IR, Waive RB Trey Sermon

The Pittsburgh Steelers have activated quarterback Will Howard from injured reserve on Wednesday, adding a third QB to their 53-man roster. Howard, a sixth-round pick this year, had been on IR since fracturing his hand in training camp and has yet to play in an NFL game. He joins Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph on the depth chart. To make space for Howard, the Steelers waived running back Trey Sermon, who had played in four games this season, primarily on special teams. The team also officially signed cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to their practice squad, releasing defensive back Darrick Forrest in a corresponding move.