The Steelers signed four undrafted rookie free agents, all players who were at the team’s rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
Those signed include Arizona defensive lineman Trevon Mason, South Carolina cornerback Carlins Platel, Wake Forest kicker Nick Sciba and East Carolina receiver Tyler Snead.
Coach Mike Tomlin said during rookie minicamp that they would be looking at all of the 28 players there on a tryout basis to see if anyone stood out.
“It’s also a rookie tryout weekend and so we’re really watching a lot of guys who are putting their best foot forward in an effort to maybe launch their NFL careers,” said Tomlin. “So, we’re excited about that as well.”
Mason, 6-6, 305, was a 2021 All-Pac-12 honorable mention selection after finishing the season with 42 tackles and a career-high 7.5 tackles for a loss and 2.5 sacks. He also had a team-high nine quarterback hurries. He finished his college career with 106 tackles, 15 for a loss, and 3.5 sacks.
Platel, 6-1, 205, transferred to South…