PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed eight players who were cut during training camp to their practice squad.

Returning to the Steelers on Sunday were linebacker Patrick Bailey, cornerback Roy Lewis, safety Grant Mason, offensive tackle Jeremy Parquet, defensive tackle Scott Paxson, wide receiver Micah Rucker, tight end Dezmond Sherrod and running back Justin Vincent.

Wide receiver Marvin Allen will join the practice squad as a part of the NFL's international player development program.