Cameron Johnston Signs with Steelers
p/c: Adrian Kraus
A familiar name is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers, as veteran punter Cameron Johnston is signing with the Black and Gold; the team announced on Tuesday.
Johnston had originally signed with the Steelers in March of 2024, on a three-year deal for $9 million. In Week 1 versus the Atlanta Falcons, Johnston sustained a season-ending, knee injury. This prompted Pittsburgh to sign Corliss Waitman.
Entering the 2025 preseason, Johnston and Waitman battled it out for the Steelers’ punting job, with the latter claiming the role. As a result, the Steelers released Johnston from his contract.
On September 9th, the Buffalo Bills signed Johnston. He punted in three games for the Bills, before landing on IR with an injury to his planting foot. Johnston would be released based on an injury settlement.
The New York Giants inked Johnston to the practice squad on December 10th. He appeared in one game for the Giants.
The Steelers’ decision to bring back Johnston would presumably mean the team is moving on from Waitman, who is a restricted free agent.
During his eight seasons in the NFL, Johnston has averaged 47.2 yards per punt.