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One of the late training camp pickups for the Pittsburgh Steelers was the signing of Rayshawn Jenkins. The nine-year veteran came to Pittsburgh to add depth at safety, though the team could still use a traditional free safety.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 23

Steelers Veteran Additions Earned Their Place on Roster

A pair of late additions to the Pittsburgh Steelers roster might become indispensible players for the defense this season. Neither safety Rayshawn Jenkins, nor inside linebacker Elandon Roberts were on the Steelers' initial 90-man (technically 91 man, shoutout Julius Welschoff and the NFL's International Pathway Program) roster.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 6

Steelers’ Rayshawn Jenkins Brings Reliable Insurance To Injured Secondary

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered training camp expecting their secondary to be one of the deepest areas on the roster. The depth has already been tested.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Steelers Officially Signed S Rayshawn Jenkins, Released S Darnell Savage

The Steelers announced the official signing of S Rayshawn Jenkins on Saturday and are also releasing S Darnell Savage in a corresponding move. Jenkins, 32, is a former fourth-round pick of the Chargers back in 2017 out of Miami.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 1

Steelers agree to contract with ex-Browns safety

On Saturday, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins to a one-year contract, adding an experienced option to their secondary heading into the second week of training camp after he impressed the team in a workout.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 1

Steelers upgrade secondary with Rayshawn Jenkins signing

The Pittsburgh Steelers consistently boast one of the top defenses in the NFL. A signing on Saturday afternoon further boosted Pittsburgh's chances of once again having an outstanding defense in 2026.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 1

Steelers To Sign S Rayshawn Jenkins

Rayshawn Jenkins will change AFC North addresses. He will sign with the Steelers, veteran insider Jordan Schultz reports. Jenkins spent last year with the Browns and will now join a fourth team in four seasons.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 1

Steelers Signing S Rayshawn Jenkins

Jordan Schultz reports that the Steelers are signing veteran S Rayshawn Jenkins after they hosted him for a visit on Friday. Jenkins, 32, is a former fourth-round pick of the Chargers back in 2017 out of Miami.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / August 1

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Steelers Host Safeties Rayshawn Jenkins, Jordan Whitehead

Just over a week ago, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic noted that one of the Steelers’ remaining concerns heading into training camp is safety depth. He claimed

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Steelers Host Veteran S Rayshawn Jenkins For Visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers officially hosted veteran S Rayshawn Jenkins for a visit on Friday. Jenkins, 32, is a former fourth-round pick of the Chargers back in 2017 out of Miami.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / October 29

Browns veteran safety emerging as trade candidate ahead of deadline

The upcoming NFL trade deadline is less than a week away, and the Browns are pretty clearly sellers at 2-6 heading into the bye week. Joe Flacco was the first piece sold off, and the Browns then swapped pending free agent Greg Newsome for Tyson Campbell, who is signed through 2028.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / October 29

Browns are open to trading an unexpected player ahead of the NFL trade deadline that is quickly approaching

The Cleveland Browns have made three trades so far this season, and with the NFL trade deadline around the corner on Nov. 4, more could be coming. Cleveland will be clear sellers at the deadline with a 2-6 record entering their bye week.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28

Browns shopping veteran safety

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Cleveland Browns reportedly listening to trade offers for veteran defensive back

With November 4th’s NFL trade deadline nearing, the Cleveland Browns are expected to be active. The Browns are 2-6 and their season is likely over heading into the bye week.

Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Browns Willing To Trade S Rayshawn Jenkins

According to Jordan Schultz, the Browns are open to trading veteran S Rayshawn Jenkins. Signed to a one-year deal this offseason, Jenkins has had a steady role on defense and special teams so far. Jenkins, 31, is a former fourth-round pick of the Chargers back in 2017 out of Miami.

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Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / November 21, 2024

Rayshawn Jenkins' Return Creates 'Good Problems' For Seahawks at Safety

RENTON, Wash. - Returning to practice after missing the previous four games on Wednesday, the Seattle Seahawks will have some interesting decisions to make at the safety position with Rayshawn Jenkins back in the fold.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / November 20, 2024

Seahawks Designate Rayshawn Jenkins to Return to Practice

After missing the previous four games with a broken hand, the Seattle Seahawks designated veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins to return to practice, paving the way for him to potentially be activated in time for Sunday's matchup with the Arizona Cardinals.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pro Football Rumors / October 16, 2024

Seahawks place key defender on IR

The Seahawks have lost a key defender for at least the next four games.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / September 24, 2024

Seattle Seahawks' Rayshawn Jenkins Making Immediate Impact

Just three games into his Seattle Seahawks tenure, Rayshawn Jenkins is already proving to be an excellent addition on defense. Jenkins, who signed a two-year deal with Seattle this offseason, leads the team with 26 total tackles, including 10 in each of the past two games.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / May 25, 2024