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.
The Cincinnati Bengals hold the top wide receiver room in the AFC North, according to new rankings released this week. The Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns follow in the order.
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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.
Texas Tech wide receiver Caleb Douglas revealed he met formally with the Pittsburgh Steelers at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. The meeting adds Douglas to the list of 17 receivers the team has interviewed there. Douglas impressed with his combine performance and college production.
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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.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, entering his fourth NFL season, expressed confidence that he merits the league's top wide receiver salary while remaining patient on a contract extension. The 2025 Offensive Player of the Year highlighted his contributions on and off the field in recent comments. With one year left on his rookie deal, Smith-Njigba helped lead Seattle to a Super Bowl victory last season.
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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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May 01, 2026 11:12Kaboly sees opportunity for Roman Wilson amid crowded Steelers WR room
April 28, 2026 15:25Lewan, Solak heap praise on Steelers' second-round WR Germie Bernard
April 26, 2026 19:51Analysts praise Steelers' second-round pick of Germie Bernard
April 22, 2026 13:27Analysts see wide receivers sliding amid NFL draft tackle run
March 23, 2026 13:28Seahawks sign Jaxon Smith-Njigba to NFL-record WR extension
March 20, 2026 19:59Fittipaldo praises Alabama WR Germie Bernard as ideal slot fit for Steelers
March 20, 2026 08:30Steelers beat writer predicts wide receiver at No. 21 pick
March 19, 2026 18:03Former NFL GM compares Washington WR Denzel Boston to Michael Pittman Jr.
March 19, 2026 04:21Alabama WR Germie Bernard schedules pre-draft visit with Steelers