Steelers release Steven Nelson instead of trading him, as veteran cornerback hits free agency

Despite two largely productive seasons in Pittsburgh, the Steelers have released veteran cornerback Steven Nelson. Nelson's departure became somewhat expected after the team recently re-signed receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to a one-year, $8 million deal. Following Smith-Schuster's signing, Nelson essentially became a luxury the Steelers could no longer afford. Pittsburgh reportedly...