Steelers release punter, sign new one
2012-03-20 16:41:33
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The Steelers released veteran punter Mitch Berger, who has been bothered by hamstring injuries in both legs, and re-signed Paul Ernster today.
Ernster, a fourth-year free agent, was with the team in training camp, but released on Aug. 30 when the Steelers decided to keep Berger as a replacement for injured Daniel Sepulveda.
Berger averaged 41.9 yards in eight games this season, but he had punts of 27, 32 and 35 yards against the Washington Redskins.
"We feel at this point he gives us the best option in that regard," coach Mike Tomlin said of the moves.
First Published November 5, 2008 2:25 pm
