Seahawks Rookie Joins Steelers Following Seattle Release

WHO:

Heavy NFL - Levi Wentz, a rookie receiver, signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

steelers.com - The Steelers released linebacker Daylan Carnell and punter Aidan Laros.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - Wentz was cut by the Seattle Seahawks and subsequently signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

steelers.com - Wentz originally signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent.

WHERE:

steelers.com - Wentz played college football at the University of Kansas and previously at Albany.

WHEN:

steelers.com - Wentz appeared in 12 games in 2025, recording 16 receptions for 258 yards and two touchdowns.

steelers.com - Wentz transferred from Albany after appearing in 24 games there.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - Wentz is getting another NFL opportunity after being released by the Seahawks.

HOW:

steelers.com - Wentz signed with the Steelers following his release from the Seahawks.

Rookie receiver Levi Wentz has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers after being released by the Seattle Seahawks, marking a new opportunity in his NFL career. Wentz, who played college football at the University of Kansas and previously at Albany, recorded 16 receptions for 258 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games during the 2025 season. In a related move, the Steelers also released linebacker Daylan Carnell and punter Aidan Laros.