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Jim Racalto

In breaking news, it has been reported via CBS Sports the Steelers linebacker Lamarr Woodley, who recently signed a contract worth $10 million, has restructured his contract in an effort to keep the Steelers under the cap. Coupled with the releases of Bryant McFadden and Arnaz battle, who would have been due a combined 3.9 [...]

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