Steelers reportedly interested in former Broncos S T.J. Ward
The Pittsburgh Steelers have already reshaped their secondary in the past week via free agency with the addition of cornerback Joe Haden, but they might not be done as they’re apparently expressing interest in former Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward.
The Broncos released Ward on Saturday as part of their 53-man roster cut down. The three-time Pro Bowl selection is a vested veteran who immediately becomes a free agent and teams are already expressing interest.
A report earlier on Saturday linked Ward to the Carolina Panthers and now ABC 7 Denver’s Troy Renck is reporting that the Steelers may have some interest and that they could be the preferred landing spot.
In three seasons with the Broncos, Ward made two more Pro Bowl appearances and became an integral member of their “No Fly Zone” secondary. However, faced with paying his $4.75 million base salary in 2017, Broncos general manager John Elway decided it was time to put their trust in younger players.
Ward is 30 and can still provide value in the secondary. He can be a liability in coverage, but he’s also one of the most feared box safeties in the NFL.
Current Steelers starter at strong safety Sean Davis would be an interesting complement to Ward. The younger, quicker and lengthier safety could provide value on passing downs while Ward could drop down to play against the run.
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