Darius Slay signs with Steelers to mentor young corners

Darius Slay has signed a one-year, $10 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, aiming to mentor young cornerbacks like Joey Porter Jr. He hopes to replicate the guidance he received from Hall of Famer Rod Woodson during his early career. At 34 years old, Slay brings 12 seasons of NFL experience, including six Pro Bowl selections. He plans to foster a supportive environment for the Steelers' cornerback group, which includes Cory Trice Jr. and Beanie Bishop, similar to his mentoring role with younger players in Philadelphia. The Steelers believe Slay will improve their defense, as he had a strong performance last season, ranking high in pass breakups and missed tackle percentage. This move continues the team's trend of adding veteran players to bolster their roster.