Dec 21, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Cordarrelle Patterson (84) throws the ball to fans before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Pittsburgh Steelers Release Former Tennessee Vol Cordarrelle Patterson

Originally posted on Tennessee Volunteers on SI
By Jonathan Williams | Last updated Jul 28, 2025 12:21 PM ET

The Pittsburgh Steelers have released long-time NFL wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson.

While former Tennessee Volunteer wide receiver Ramel Keyton was picked up by the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, another former Tennessee wide receiver has been released by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Cordarrelle Patterson's announced himself, on Monday, that organization elected to release him.

Patterson spent the 2024 season with the Steelers following his stint with the Atlanta Falcons. Last season, he finished with 32 attempts and 135 yards. He also added in 12 receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown.

Breaking news❗️❗️❗️Pittsburgh Steelers release old washed up cordarrelle patterson on his day off!!!
— cordarrelle patterson (@ceeflashpee84) July 28, 2025

The former Volunteer was first drafted in the league back in 2013 in the first round by the Minnesota Vikings. He is a four-time All-Pro nominee, a four-time Pro Bowler and has a Super Bowl ring as well.

Patterson has managed to stay in the league for the last 12 seasons, and he is now hoping to make it another year in the professional football league as a utility offensive playmaker.