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www.si.comDerius Swinton II is reported to have been let go by the Pittsburgh Steelers for a violation of club policy, per ESPN and multiple outlets, with confirmations around May 28-29, 2026. This marks a sudden departure from his role as senior assistant special teams coach after joining the staff earlier in the offseason. He previously served as interim or full-time special teams coordinator in various NFL stops, most recently with the Las Vegas Raiders (2023–2025) and briefly in Pittsburgh in 2026 before the split.
Overview of the developing situation
- Announcement timing: The Steelers’ decision to part ways with Swinton was reported in late May 2026, with ESPN and other outlets citing unnamed league sources.
- Career notes: Swinton has a long NFL coaching arc, including stints with the Bears, 49ers, Chargers, Raiders, and Steelers, often in special teams roles. This move in 2026 came after he was hired to work under Danny Crossman.
- Public details: The reports emphasize a policy violation as the reason, but identifying specifics has not been publicly disclosed in the citations I can reference here.
What this could mean going forward
- For Swinton: Potential opportunities at other NFL or college programs could arise, given his extensive background in special teams coaching across multiple franchises.
- For the Steelers: The team will likely pursue a replacement to fill the senior assistant special teams coach role or adjust responsibilities among the remaining staff, continuing to shape the unit under Danny Crossman.
If you’d like, I can pull the latest public updates and summarize any official statements from the Steelers or Swinton’s representatives, and I can also provide a quick timeline of Swinton’s coaching stops for context.