PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are releasing safety Ryan Watts, whose football career is feared to be over because of a severe neck injury sustained last preseason. General manager Omar Khan said the decision was made in the player’s best interest after consulting with medical experts and Watts’ representatives. The 23-year-old from Texas has been sidelined since being struck in the head by a knee late in Pittsburgh’s preseason-ending 24-17 loss to Detroit. The injury initially was diagnosed as a stinger, though it became regarded as more serious with Watts spending his entire rookie season on injured reserve. (Photo: AP)