The Pittsburgh Steelers shuffled the roster, waiving tackle Gareth Warren with an injury designation to make room for outside linebacker Kenny Willekes, signed earlier. Warren exited Week 2 of the preseason with a concussion evaluation after the loss to Tampa Bay. Warren went undrafted in 2024 out of Lindenwood and signed with the Steelers after rookie minicamp. The club then prepared for a preseason finale against Carolina.

Meanwhile, the Steelers got healthier in key spots: Alex Highsmith returned to practice after a groin issue, Cam Heyward came back to practice after a hold, and Jalen Ramsey was set to make his Steelers debut against the Panthers. The looming matchup with Carolina framed a busy week of evaluation and depth-building for Pittsburgh under coach Mike Tomlin.

As the countdown to the Steelers' opening game against the New York Jets dwindles to 69 days, attention shifts to the significance of the number 69 in the franchise's history. This number has been worn by a variety of notable players, contributing to the legacy of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Currently, the Steelers’ roster features Gareth Warren, an offensive tackle, and Domenique Davis, a defensive tackle, both proudly donning the No. 69 jersey. This number has a storied past, emblematic of strength and resilience, fitting for a team known for its grit and determination on the field.