The talented run-stuffer racked up 36 tackles last season, five of which were for a loss or no gain. Both figures are career-highs. He tacked on nine quarterback pressures and two sacks as well. This is a smart signing for the Steelers.

Ekuale recently returned from a concussion, but he's now likely to be sidelined for the rest of the season with the calf issue. Eli Ankou signed with the Browns last week and figures to fill Ekuale's rotational role at defensive tackle.

Ekuale appears to have made substantial progress in his recovery from a concussion during Cleveland's bye. The rotational defensive tackle will need to fully clear the league's protocol for head injuries before retaking the field, but he appears to be trending towards playing Sunday versus New England.

Ekuale entered Cleveland's bye nursing a concussion, and he's progressing through the league's protocol for head injuries. It appears as though the rotational defensive tackle has a shot to suit up Week 8 versus the Patriots, though he'll first need to receive clearance from an independent neurologist.