Pittsburgh, PA – July 28, 2025
Training camp in Pittsburgh has always been a stage for redemption and new beginnings. This week, it’s a former Baltimore Raven who is ready to trade old allegiances for a shot at legacy with the Steelers — even if it means taking less to get there.
The Steelers, renowned for their defensive tradition, turned heads by signing Chuck Clark, a hard-nosed safety known for grit and leadership. General manager Omar Khan described Clark as the perfect late-summer addition, providing depth and a veteran presence to a secondary in transition.
Clark arrives with a reputation built on toughness, reliability, and versatility. Drafted in the sixth round by Baltimore in 2017, he made 63 starts for the Ravens and recorded a career-best 101 tackles in 2022. Last season, he started 12 games for the Jets before a knee injury cut his year short.
“I gave Baltimore everything — every hit, every rehab, every broken rib I played through. But I left without a ring, without a goodbye. Pittsburgh didn’t promise comfort. They offered legacy — and I’m ready to bleed black and gold for it,” Clark shared, his words resonating with fans who understand sacrifice.
Advanced metrics may have cooled on Clark’s coverage ability, but coaches still value his run defense and football IQ. He’s a willing tackler and, at 6'0", 210 pounds, brings closing speed and flexibility to play free safety, box roles, and slot duties.
In Pittsburgh, Clark enters a crowded defensive backfield that lost Minkah Fitzpatrick but gained talents like Juan Thornhill, Jalen Ramsey, Darius Slay Jr., and Joey Porter Jr. For Clark, the opportunity isn’t just about snaps — it’s about contributing to something bigger than himself.
Mike Tomlin praised his new group’s versatility, emphasizing how matchup flexibility will help the Steelers combat the AFC’s most explosive offenses. Clark’s arrival fits that vision: a gritty veteran who knows how to prepare, adjust, and compete.
For now, Clark is seen as depth, but his hunger and experience could be invaluable as the season unfolds. In a locker room defined by history and high standards, he’ll need to prove — just as he always has — that he belongs.
If Clark’s career has taught him anything, it’s that nothing in football is promised except the grind. And in Pittsburgh, he’s found a city and a team hungry for one last dream, forged in black and gold.
