Desmond King II

The Steelers have informed CB Desmond King that he will either be released or traded.

Fantasy Impact

King has yet to log any stats for the Steelers this season. The 28-year-old veteran could find himself on a new team in need of cornerback depth via a trade in the coming days. The move will not have any impact on the Steelers D/ST moving forward.

Desmond King is officially inactive for Week 2 vs. Cleveland.

Fantasy Impact

King will miss Week 2 and will have to wait another week to make an impact for the Steelers.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed CB Desmond King II to their active roster.

Fantasy Impact

King was a cut by the Texans Tuesday in a surprising move. The former fifth-round pick tallied 59 tackles, two fumble recoveries, and two interceptions in 17 games with Houston in 2022.

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, veteran CB Desmond King II is expected to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Fantasy Impact

King had a resurgent season in 2022 with the Houston Texans. After struggling in coverage the last couple of seasons, King recorded a PFF coverage grade of 71.8 and totaled eight passes defended, both his highest since his All-Pro sophomore season in 2018. King is still 28 and provides slot/outside CB versatility for Pittsburgh.

Desmond King II and the Houston Texans have mutual interest on a return to the team under new head coach, Lovie Smith. Smith believes King will be a good fit for his defense.

Fantasy Impact

The journeyman defensive back is on his 3rd team and five years, but he seems to have found a potential home in Houston. The veteran would be a strong addition to the locker room culture in Houston. Not to mention, King could still be very impactful at just 27.