Jabrill Peppers is ruled out with a quad injury, DeShon Elliott placed on injured reserve, leaving the Steelers thin at safety despite recent additions.
49ers-Buccaneers: Malik Mustapha returns to Niners' active roster
Safety Malik Mustapha will make his 2025 debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, providing depth and an enforcer mentality while slated for a limited snap count.
Jordan Fuller re-signed with the Falcons after Bralen Trice went on injured reserve, restoring a four-man safety group including Bates, Watts, and Hellams.