Pittsburgh Steelers bring back former Michigan State tight end

The Pittsburgh Steelers have re-signed tight end Matt Sokol to their practice squad, the team announced on Wednesday. Sokol's signing comes on the heels of tight Rodney Williams being released from the team. Williams has to clear waivers by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, but this seems like a clear sign that Williams could be heading elsewhere.

Over the last two seasons, Williams played in 19 games for the Steelers as a special teams player. He did not play much as a tight end in their offense, and with the Steelers having four tight ends on their active roster, he was released following the trade for Preston Smith .

Sokol joined the Steelers during training camp as injuries racked up at the tight end position. He signed to their practice squad when MyCole Pruitt suffered a knee injury and missed four weeks with it. However, once he returned, Sokol was released.

Since Williams does not seem to be coming back to the team, Sokol will serve as tight end depth within the organization if another injury pops up in the room.

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