PITTSBURGH – The Steelers have tendered offers to three restricted free agents, cornerback Antwon Blake, safety Robert Golden and fullback Will Johnson.
Blake has played in 46 career games during the regular season with one start. In 2014, he registered his first career interception, forced fumble and fumble recovery. Blake was claimed by the Steelers off waivers (from Jacksonville) on September 2, 2013.
In 2014, Golden was named a special teams captain, and he has totaled 27 special teams tackles in his three seasons with the team. Golden originally signed with Pittsburgh as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 28, 2012.
Johnson has appeared in 47 games during the regular season with 17 starts. His career totals include 29 receptions for 219 yards with two receiving touchdowns. Johnson was signed to the Steelers’ offseason roster on March 21, 2012.
By tendering the offers to the three players, the Steelers reserve the right to retain the players by matching any offer sheets they would sign with another team. All three players could also remain with the Steelers by signing their tender offer for the 2015 season or by signing a long-term contract with the team.
