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Steelers build roster around DK Metcalf for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Steelers build roster around DK Metcalf for 2026 season

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are enhancing their offense to support DK Metcalf as their top receiving threat heading into the 2026 season. Notable additions include Michael Pittman Jr., who can draw defensive focus away from Metcalf, and rookie Germie Bernard, who has impressed in offseason workouts. Roman Wilson, a second-year receiver, may also have a larger role under new offensive coordinator Mike McCarthy. These moves aim to create a more balanced passing attack, giving Metcalf better opportunities to excel.

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Status Watch

•The Steelers aim to diversify their offense for DK Metcalf.
•Michael Pittman Jr. joins to help ease defensive pressure on Metcalf.
•Roman Wilson may see increased involvement under Mike McCarthy.
•Rookie Germie Bernard has shown promise in offseason training.
•Recent additions enhance Pittsburgh's overall offensive depth.

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10:36 PMYahoo Sports — DK Metcalf May Be Biggest Beneficiary of Steelers’ Offseason

What they're saying

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The Steelers did not spend the offseason adding weapons just for the sake of adding names to the roster. Every move appears to point toward one goal: making life easier for DK Metcalf. Metcalf enters 2026 as Pittsburgh’s top receiving threat and among the NFL’s most physically gifted wide receivers. Last season, opposing defenses primarily […] The post DK Metcalf May Be Biggest Beneficiary of Steelers’ Offseason appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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