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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars added veteran safety Juan Thornhill to their practice squad this week, and it is not hard to see why. Thornhill has appeared in nearly 100 games, made 75 starts and won two Super Bowl rings during his seven-year career.

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Jaguars Sign S Juan Thornhill To Practice Squad

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they have signed S Juan Thornhill to the practice squad. The veteran was cut loose for performance reasons by the Steelers last week. Thornhill, 30, was taken with the No.

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / November 13

Juan Thornhill reunion is exactly the kind of move the Chiefs must avoid

Former Kansas City Chiefs safety Juan Thornhill was waived by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday. This does not come as much of a surprise for a multitude of reasons.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 12

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Gets Brutally Honest About Juan Thornhill’s Exit: 'Wasn't Up To Snuff'

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 10

Steelers release former Chiefs DB after losing to Chargers

The Pittsburgh Steelers made another midseason adjustment following their 25-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, releasing veteran safety Juan Thornhill and adding rookie Sebastian Castro to the active roster.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 10

Steelers cut veteran safety Juan Thornhill

Thornhill will go through waivers. If no team claims him, he’ll become a free agent.

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Browns’ rival makes decision that brings up painful reminder to fans about past mistake the team made in free agency

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 10

Steelers Reunite With Rookie Preseason Standout

After releasing Juan Thornhill, the Pittsburgh Steelers have replaced him with a familiar face at safety. According to KPRC 2 Houston's Aaron Wilson, the Steelers have claimed rookie Sebastian Castro off waivers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 10

Steelers Make Surprising Move Releasing A Veteran Defender

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a brutal loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night, and the team returned to Pittsburgh and made a roster change as safety Juan Thornhill has been released to waivers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 10

Steelers Waive S Juan Thornhill

According to Ian Rapoport, the Steelers are cutting veteran S Juan Thornhill today. Although he’s a veteran player, he’ll go on the waiver wire as all

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 24

Steelers Safety Juan Thornhill Still Has Strong Belief In Pittsburgh's Defense: 'A Couple Plays Away'

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NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 10

Steelers Have Overlooked Revenge Game Against Browns

In what may be turn out to be a good old-fashioned AFC North defensive battle for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Cleveland Browns in Week 6, safety Juan Thornhill could be playing with a little extra juice.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 20

Steelers' Juan Thornhill Responds To Wild Accusation He Took Shots At Steeler Nation

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 20

Steelers Safety Juan Thornhill Explains The Struggle Of Playing Defense In Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of problems to deal with on defense. As more stats and game tape come out, more concerns get raised. It feels like nothing is going right, and everyone is scrambling to find some quick fixes to survive the season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 18

Steelers' Juan Thornhill Explains How Critical This Massive Loss Is Hurting The Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense was really thought to be one of the most elite units heading into the 2025 season. Many pundits believed that with stars like TJ Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, and several other highly paid, proven talents, this group would dominate opponents.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / August 11

Steelers' new safety Juan Thornhill's explanation for his jaw-dropping hit against the Jaguars proves he's perfect for Pittsburgh

Juan Thornhill has watched Pittsburgh Steelers football both from afar and up close during his NFL tenure. After starting in Kansas City, Thornhill played the last two seasons in Cleveland, watching the physicality of Steelers football twice a year.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 15

New Steelers Defender Opens Up About Embarrassing Moment

Pittsburgh Steelers' safety Juan Thornhill is already turning heads with his new team. A standout during the recently completed minicamp, the secondary appears to have another quality member in its ranks.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 12

Safety Juan Thornhill will visit 49ers on Thursday

Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports reports that free agent safety Juan Thornhill, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns, will visit the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday.

Cleveland Browns News / Field Level Media / February 24

Reports: Browns to release starting S Juan Thornhill

The Cleveland Browns are releasing starting safety Juan Thornhill in a salary-cutting move, multiple outlets reported Monday. Thornhill, 29, has one year remaining on the three-year, $21 million deal he signed with the Browns in March 2023.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / February 24

Browns to release S Juan Thornhill

After a pair of seasons with the Browns, Juan Thornhill is set to be on the move. The veteran safety will be released, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / November 29, 2024

Juan Thornhill and 3 players nearing the end of their Browns tenure

Free agency is always a way to kill the mood if you're talking about the Cleveland Browns. Because of how hefty Deshaun Watson's contract is, the Browns' hands are completely tied when that signing period comes around, and they'll likely have to opt for much younger replacements for free agents that are deciding to walk in the offseason.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / October 28, 2024

Juan Thornhill convinced of improbable goal for Browns after Week 8 win

Everyone's thinking wild thoughts about the Cleveland Browns after its huge win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8. After all, the Ravens are a force, and the odds were stacked against the Browns with a new quarterback under center and with a new play caller in the booth on offense.

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Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / December 31, 2023

Browns Safety Juan Thornhill Not Sweating Future Playoff Opponent

While Browns fans spent New Years Eve not stressing over their team in an actual game, it was all eyes on the Ravens home meeting with the Dolphins. A Ravens loss would have left the the door open just a crack for Cleveland to potentially overtake their division rival for the AFC North in Week 18.

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