April 09, 2015 - Aaron Wilson

Steelers pick up fifth-year option for David DeCastro

The Pittsburgh Steelers have picked up a $8 million fifth-year option for offensive guard David DeCastro.

DeCastro is now under contract through 2016.

DeCastro is due $2.5 million this season.

DeCastro was drafted 24th overall in 2012 out of Stanford.

DeCastro has overcome a torn anterior cruciate ligament as a rookie.

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Aaron Wilson covers the Ravens for The Baltimore Sun

Aaron Wilson
Aaron Wilson
Aaron Wilson covers the NFL for National Football Post, his second stint at the Post. He has previously written for Pro Football Talk and FOX Sports-Scout. Entering his 13th year covering the Baltimore Ravens, he's a beat writer for The Baltimore Sun. Wilson has also covered the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tennessee Titans.

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