Kaden Wetjen scores touchdown in NFL preseason debut for Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Kaden Wetjen had a notable NFL debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 14, 2026, during their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers. Wetjen, drafted in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, showcased his skills with a 75-yard catch and a touchdown from quarterback Drew Allar. He finished the game with two receptions for 79 receiving yards, three kick returns for 61 yards, and two punt returns for 10 yards. Wetjen is expected to play a significant role on a Steelers team aiming for a playoff berth.
- •Wetjen caught a 75-yard pass in the third quarter.
- •He scored his first professional touchdown shortly after.
- •He recorded two receptions and a game-high 79 receiving yards.
- •Wetjen contributed with three kick returns for 61 yards.
- •Steelers aim for playoffs following a promising preseason showing.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa's Kaden Wetjen caps NFL preseason debut with first touchdown
"The former Hawkeyes special teams ace had a big NFL debut on Thursday, capped off by his first touchdown.
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