Long snapper Jake McQuaide was among the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 11 releases on Friday as the team trims its roster ahead […] This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers Release Signals Go

The Steelers made their first round of roster cuts a day after the team’s final preseason game of the year.11 players were cut, five on defense, five on offense and one special teamer.Linebacker: Kenny Willekes, Long snapper: Jake McQuaide, Defensive Backs: Kam Alexander, Quindell Johnson, Kyler McMichael, Mikey Victor , Offensive linemen: Doug Nester, Julian Pearl, Quarterback: Logan Woodside, Running Back: Evan Hull, Tight end: Kevin FoelschWith the Steelers cutting McQuaide, that paves the way for a return of long snapper Christian Kuntz who suffered a broken sternum in the second preseason game.The Steelers roster must be down to 53-players by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26.

The Steelers announced Friday the organization released 11 players the day after their preseason concluded. The list of offensive players released included quarterback Logan Woodside, running back Evan Hull, tight end Kevin Foelsch, guard Doug Nester, and tackle Julian Pearl.