Steelers host 4 free agent workouts following LS Christian Kuntz injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking to bolster the long snapper position, hosting four free agents for workouts following Christian Kuntz’ chest injury during Saturday’s preseason matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

On Sunday, it was reported that the Steelers brought in four long snappers for workouts: Rick Lovato, Jake McQuaide, Taybor Pepper, and Patrick Scales.

Steelers worked out 4 long snappers following Christian Kuntz Chest Injury:

Rick Lovato, Jake McQuaide, Taybor Pepper, and Patrick Scales. #Steelers#NFL

— Blitzburgh (@Blitz_Burgh) August 18, 2025

Lovato, a 10-year veteran, spent the last nine seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he won two Super Bowls and was named to the 2019 Pro Bowl. McQuaide, who’s been playing in the NFL for the past 14 years, is a two-time Pro Bowler and recently played for the Miami Dolphins.

While both Pepper and Scales lack the Pro Bowl accolades of the previous two long snappers, they each offer over 100 games of NFL experience.

Following Saturday’s preseason loss, Steelers HC Mike Tomlin provided some vague optimism regarding Kuntz’s availability — claiming there might have been “good news” on his chest injury.

We at Steelers Wire will keep you updated on the situation as more information becomes available, as Pittsburgh gears up to take on the Carolina Panthers in their third 2025 preseason matchup on Thursday, August 21.

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