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Steelers address wide receiver struggles during 2026 bye week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 12:06 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Steelers address wide receiver struggles during 2026 bye week

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers hold first place in the AFC North with a 6-2 record after a 27-6 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Week 8. As they enter the bye week, the team is focused on improving their wide receiver performance, particularly from D.K. Metcalf, who has struggled with consistency. General manager Omar Khan is expected to explore trades to strengthen the receiving corps ahead of the November 10 deadline. Potential targets include Josh Downs of the Indianapolis Colts, who has requested a trade as the Colts have a 2-6 record and are likely in rebuilding mode.

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Status Watch

•Steelers defeat Browns 27-6 in Week 8.
•Pittsburgh stands at 6-2 and leads AFC North.
•D.K. Metcalf's performance has been inconsistent.
•General manager Omar Khan may seek trades before November 10.
•Josh Downs from the Colts is a potential target.

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12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers’ biggest problem to fix during 2026 bye week

What they're saying

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The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be in a dynamic position as they are in first place in the AFC North with a 6-2 record. They recorded a one-sided 27-6 triumph over the second-place Cleveland Browns in Week 8, and they have a week to rest up and get healthy before facing the scorching hot Cincinnati Bengals in Week 10. The Steelers cannot rest on […] The post Steelers’ biggest problem to fix during 2026 bye week appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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