The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back a veteran defensive lineman in the aftermath of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Steelers have re-signed Dean Lowry, bolstering their depth in the trenches in the process.

Veteran DE Dean Lowry is re-signing with the #Steelers , source said. Some important depth following the draft. pic.twitter.com/9WjEUGIfUd

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2026

Pittsburgh's only selection in the draft along the interior of the defensive line was sixth-rounder Gabriel Rubio out of Notre Dame, meaning there could be room for Lowry on the 53-man roster depending on how he performs throughout the offseason program leading into training camp and the preseason.

Lowry was a fourth-round pick by the Green Bay Packers under head coach Mike McCarthy in 2016, and the two will now reunite in Pittsburgh.

Lowry's Time with Steelers

After suffering a season-ending pectoral injury as a member of the Minnesota Vikings in 2023, Lowry signed a two-year deal worth $5…