Pittsburgh took a measured step to harden the left side of its special-teams unit by inviting four free-agent long snappers after Christian Kuntz suffered a chest injury in Saturday’s preseason clash with Tampa Bay. Rick Lovato, Jake McQuaide, Taybor Pepper, and Patrick Scales worked out for the Steelers, underscoring how seriously Pittsburgh guards the snap. Mike Tomlin offered cautious optimism on Kuntz’s recovery, leaving the door open for a veteran addition or internal options as the Steelers prepare for a third 2025 preseason tilt against Carolina.

These workouts spotlight a position that rarely moves fantasy needles, but the decision could influence field-position dynamics and punt timing in early-season practice. With the Panthers on deck, Pittsburgh aims to stabilize the operation quickly. Steelers coverage teams and coaches will monitor who can provide consistency and game-ready snaps while Kuntz recovers, keeping fans glued to any late-in-preseason news on @TheSteelersWire.