Steelers Depot1 month agoPittsburgh SteelersPatriots Getting An 'Accountable And Professional' Player In Chukwuma Okorafor, Mike Tomlin SaysOkorafor praised by Tomlin despite past issues Okorafor's release and move to the Patriots [ more ]
Pats Pulpit2 months agoNew England PatriotsPatriots pay Chukwuma Okorafor like a potential starterThe New England Patriots signed Chukwuma Okorafor to a one-year contract with potential incentives. Okorafor's contract includes $3.125 million in guarantees and $4.25 million in incentives, indicating a possible starter role. [ more ]
Pats Pulpit2 months agoNew England PatriotsPatriots free agency signing Chukwuma Okorafor raises the floor at offensive tackleChukwuma Okorafor signed with the New England Patriots on a one-year deal worth $4 million. Okorafor spent his college years at Western Michigan and had a successful career with the Pittsburgh Steelers before being cut in 2023. [ more ]
Steelers Depot2 months agoPittsburgh Steelers2023 Exit Meetings - T Chukwuma OkoraforChukwuma Okorafor was cut by the Pittsburgh Steelers after losing his starting job and roster spot Okorafor expressed regret and desired to start, leading to his departure despite owing $9 million [ more ]
Steelers Depot2 months agoPittsburgh SteelersFormer Steelers OT Chukwuma Okorafor Named Top-10 Free Agent Tackle By CBS SportsOkorafor was benched mid-season for a rookie, signaling the end of his tenure with the Steelers. Despite being on the top-10 free agent tackles list, Okorafor had the highest AAV but not the highest pedigree. [ more ]
Steelers Depot2 months agoPittsburgh SteelersSteelers Officially Release Chukwuma OkoraforOkorafor was officially released by the Steelers after earlier uncertainties about his status. His benching in Week Nine preceded his eventual release. [ more ]
Steelers Depot3 months agoPittsburgh SteelersIs Okorafor's Release A Roadblock For Broderick Jones To LT?The Steelers have released veteran T Chukwuma Okorafor, whose value diminished after losing his starting job and refusing to take a pay cut. The Steelers face a dilemma in moving Broderick Jones to left tackle, as they need to find a new starting-capable right tackle. [ more ]
Steelers Depot3 months agoPittsburgh SteelersSteelers Release OT Chukwuma Okorafor, P Pressley Harvin IIIThe Pittsburgh Steelers have released OT Chukwuma Okorafor, P Pressley Harvin, and QB Mitch Trubisky. Trubisky's release was expected due to his struggles with turnovers. Okorafor's release was anticipated and he will incur a $3.083 million dead money cap charge. [ more ]
Behind the Steel Curtain3 months agoPittsburgh SteelersSteelers release P Pressley Harvin, OT Chuks OkoraforThe Pittsburgh Steelers have released punter Pressley Harvin and offensive tackle Chukwuma Okorafor. The Steelers have been making roster moves, including the release of quarterback Mitch Trubisky. [ more ]
Behind the Steel Curtain3 months agoPittsburgh SteelersTerrible Towel Tales: More quarterback speculation ahead of championship weekendKenny Pickett's performance as the Steelers' franchise quarterback fell short of expectations in the 2023 season. The Steelers may consider trading former starting right tackle Chukwuma Okorafor to create salary cap space. [ more ]