Former Ohio State cornerback Doran Grant was promoted from the Pittsburgh Steelers' practice squad to the active roster, the team announced Wednesday.
We have promoted CB Doran Grant to the active roster, & released WR Tyler Murphy. MORE: https://t.co/elaeYz8j6K pic.twitter.com/ZWNM3rWYz6
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) November 4, 2015
Grant was a fourth-round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. He was released prior to the start of the season, but signed to Pittsburgh's practice squad. The Steelers, who currently sit at 4-4, opted to promote Grant on Wednesday.
Grant was a two-year starter at cornerback for the Buckeyes and was the top defensive back on last year's national championship team. He made 49 tackles last season as a senior and was second on the team with five interceptions.
Overall, Grant made 30 career starts at Ohio State and had nine career interceptions. He was a two-time All-Big Ten selection.