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Role receivers the Steelers should target
For the second straight offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers will have several questions surrounding both the quarterback and wide receiver positions. And while names like Garrett Wilson and Courtland Sutton will be speculated about, they also need reliable role players out wide, as well – these names could be in that conversation.
Darius Slayton
Slayton has been a reliable 45-50 catch receiver since 2019 when he entered the league, and he’s done it with bad quarterback play in six seasons with the New York Giants. He’s a reliable underneath target, which is something the Steelers lacked at the position in 2024.
Adam Thielen
The 35-year old receiver is flirting the final tee shot of his career, but is still productive. He missed seven games in 2024, but still put up 48 catches for 615 yards and five touchdowns. In 2023, he had 103 receptions for over 1,000 yards. The Panthers would save over $6 million if they cut or trade Thielen post-June 1, and veteran on offense would be a welcome addition to the Steelers’ young corps.
Elijah Moore
Moore has quietly had two solid seasons with the Browns since being traded to Cleveland in 2023. The Ole Miss product caught 61 and 59 passes in 2024 and 2023, respectively, and can be lined up in the slot and out wide. He’s also just 24 years old, as well, so bringing in Moore wouldn’t just be a quick stop-gap, he could be a legit piece for the next two-three seasons.