Pittsburg, PA
Pittsburgh Steelers release speedy running back before Commanders clash
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released running back Jonathan Ward from their active roster, the team announced. Ward was added to the 53-man roster two weeks ago to play special teams and replace Cordarrelle Patterson’s roles on special teams.
Ward played a combined 84 special teams snaps across four phases during Patterson’s absence from an ankle injury. However, Patterson is back this week against the Washington Commanders and should help give the Steelers offense and special teams a boost.
The Steelers first signed Ward after a rookie minicamp tryout. He used up all three practice squad elevations before signing to the active roster. Now, Ward could re-sign to the Steelers’ practice squad after his release. Pittsburgh has a full 17-player roster on their practice squad, so if he returns to the unit, a move must be made to accommodate Ward.
The only other running back the Steelers have on the practice squad is Aaron Shampklin. They came into the season with five running backs, with two on the practice squad.
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A man from Fayette County has been arrested and is facing over 1,000 charges related to alleged animal cruelty and neglect.
Fayette County District Attorney Mike Aubele said that John Saxberg, 57, is facing charges in connection with what he called “a suspected illegal kennel operation” in Washington Township.
According to DA Aubele, Saxberg is accused of subjecting numerous animals to “deplorable conditions” and “circumstances constituting torture,” adding that approximately ten animals suffered serious bodily injuries.
Court records show that Saxberg is facing 1,029 criminal charges in total with offenses including aggravated cruelty to animals, cruelty to animals, neglect of animals, penalties related to dog licensing, and violations of vaccine requirements.
52 of the charges that Saxberg is facing are felonies, according to court records.
Online court paperwork shows that Saxberg was arraigned on Tuesday afternoon and is being held in the Fayette County Prison after bail was posted at $85,000.
A preliminary hearing for Saxberg is scheduled for late next week.
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