Ryan Clark

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Ryan Clark signed with the Steelers per the washington post.

former Redskins starting safety Ryan Clark agreed to a four-year contract with Pittsburgh, according to his agent, Joel Turner.

Clark's first visit was with Pittsburgh yesterday -- he was the first free agent entertained by the Super Bowl champion Steelers as well -- and final details of the contract were settled around 2:30 this afternoon. Clark came to Washington in 2004 after being cut by the New York Giants and was not expected to make the team but ended up getting a starting spot. The Redskins signed free agent Adam Archuleta to the largest contract in NFL history for a safety Monday, but Gregg Williams, assistant head coach -- defense, was still in contact with Clark as of Monday afternoon, according to Coach Joe Gibbs.

Clark quickly became a favorite among the players for his fearless style and friendly demeanor, and, although undersized for his position, won over fans with his determination as well. Turner said Clark leaves the Redskins with somewhat mixed emotions.

"Ryan's quite happy to be going to the Super Bowl champions," Turner said, "and we're very excited about his future there. But there's also a tinge of sadness, because he's leaving a place he really loved and a team that gave him his first real chance to show what he can do in the NFL.