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.
NFL analyst Greg Cosell believes the Pittsburgh Steelers found an ideal match in wide receiver Germie Bernard during this year's draft. He praised Bernard's physical and competitive style as a natural fit for the team's identity.
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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.
A panel of anonymous NFL scouts has dismissed the 2026 wide receiver draft class as lacking elite talent, ranking Carnell Tate of Ohio State as the top prospect. The assessment comes amid speculation that the position is a priority for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Scouts told Bob McGinn via Go Long that no standout first-round caliber players emerge from the group.
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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.
Steelers Depot has released detailed scouting reports on three college football standouts eyed for the 2026 NFL Draft: Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor, Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams, and Iowa State defensive lineman Domonique Orange. These profiles highlight their strengths in pass rushing, route running, and run stopping, respectively, while noting areas for improvement like age, injuries, and technique. The reports assess their potential NFL roles based on college performances and physical traits.
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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.
Kaboly sees opportunity for Roman Wilson amid crowded Steelers WR room
28 aprile 2026 15:25Lewan, Solak heap praise on Steelers' second-round WR Germie Bernard
26 aprile 2026 19:51Analysts praise Steelers' second-round pick of Germie Bernard
22 aprile 2026 13:27Analysts see wide receivers sliding amid NFL draft tackle run
11 aprile 2026 14:47Steelers beat writer doubts trade-up for wide receiver
20 marzo 2026 19:59Fittipaldo praises Alabama WR Germie Bernard as ideal slot fit for Steelers
20 marzo 2026 08:30Steelers beat writer predicts wide receiver at No. 21 pick
19 marzo 2026 18:03Former NFL GM compares Washington WR Denzel Boston to Michael Pittman Jr.
19 marzo 2026 04:21Alabama WR Germie Bernard schedules pre-draft visit with Steelers
21 febbraio 2026 03:22Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba believes he deserves highest-paid WR status