The Facts: Following up on a previous item. ... According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Bradshaw left Pittsburgh without a deal but the Steelers are keeping lines of communication with the free-agent running back open.

Diehards Line: Previous reporting indicated that Bradshaw was taking a physical and that the Steelers would try to sign him if he passed it. NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported Thursday night that the Steelers will touch base with Bradshaw in a little bit when the running back is healthier. That's not a huge surprise. Remember: Bradshaw himself has suggested he'd like to wait until fully healthy before working out for suitors. ... Stay tuned.