Wide Receivers
Steelers acquire WR Michael Pittman Jr. from Colts in trade, sign to three-year $59M deal
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The Pittsburgh Steelers traded late-round picks with the Indianapolis Colts to acquire wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr., then signed him to a three-year, $59 million contract. Reactions poured in from Ben Roethlisberger, NFL.com's Jeffri Chadiha, and Steelers insiders Aditi Kinkhabwala and Brooke Pryor, praising the move for its value, leadership, and fit alongside DK Metcalf.
Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo believes second-round draft pick Germie Bernard holds the edge for the team's WR3 role heading into training camp.
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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson faces stiff competition from newcomer Germie Bernard for playing time. Mark Kaboly believes Wilson will get a chance to earn snaps but questions if he can hold onto them. The receiver group is growing crowded heading into the 2026 season.
The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a four-year, $168.6 million contract extension with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, making him the highest-paid at his position with an average annual value of $42.15 million. This surpasses Cincinnati Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase's mark by nearly $2 million and includes over $120 million guaranteed, following Smith-Njigba's comments last month on deserving top pay after his standout 2025 season and the team's Super Bowl LX victory.
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Following his announced pre-draft visit to Pittsburgh, Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard received high praise from Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo as a Day 2 draft fit, particularly in the slot role complementing the team's outside receivers.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling made their debuts in a win over the Baltimore Ravens. Steelers insider Gerry Dulac expects Thielen to see increased involvement, while Valdes-Scantling's role remains limited. Both players had minimal impact in their first games as Steelers.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are not eager to promote wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling from their practice squad for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. According to beat reporter Ray Fittipaldo, the team shows little interest in giving the veteran a chance despite their struggling passing game. Valdes-Scantling's deep-threat ability could address Pittsburgh's issues with pushing the ball downfield.
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