DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. return to Pittsburgh Steelers practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:39 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. returned to practice on Tuesday. Both players had been sidelined recently due to injuries. The team is currently preparing for the start of the regular season. Pittman joined the roster this offseason via trade to strengthen the team's passing attack, while Metcalf arrived the previous offseason. The pair joins rookie Germie Bernard as the primary options for the passing game under the team's new offensive scheme. Their return provides depth and balance as the Steelers look to improve upon previous offensive performance.
- •DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. participated in Tuesday's practice.
- •The two receivers were previously unavailable due to injuries.
- •Pittsburgh acquired Michael Pittman Jr. during the most recent offseason.
- •The receiving corps also includes rookie Germie Bernard.
- 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers injury updates: Pittsburgh gets starting WRs back to practice
"The Steelers got starting wide receivers DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. back at practice on Tuesday.
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