In a statement on Monday, Pittsburgh said that they are releasing Watts after consulting with medical experts.

The Steelers have released Ryan Watts after the rookie suffered a neck injury last preseason, saying it's in his "best interest to discontinue playing football."

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Watt s is saying goodbye to football. The team released him on Monday after consulting with his representatives and medical experts, who all recommended that Watts medically retire after suffering a severe neck injury.