Steelers Add Marquez Valdes-Scantling to Practice Squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad. The move comes as the team prepares for an upcoming matchup and addresses a shortage at wide receiver. Valdes-Scantling, who spent part of the season with the club earlier, returns to provide experienced options in the group.

Injuries Create Opportunity

Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson were placed on injured reserve recently, leaving limited depth behind DK Metcalf and rookie Germie Bernard. The pair combined for 22 catches in a recent victory, but the losses prompted the need for additional support. Valdes-Scantling joins as the Steelers look to maintain stability in the passing attack.

Familiar Face with Team History

At 32, Valdes-Scantling brings prior time with Pittsburgh from earlier in the season, where he recorded 10 receptions for 80 yards and a score across five games, plus three more catches in the postseason. He has moved between three clubs in recent weeks after releases from the Cowboys and Chargers, where he caught two passes for 22 yards in three appearances. His connection to quarterback Aaron Rodgers dates back to their shared years with another franchise, including 123 receptions over four seasons.