Steelers choose between Germie Bernard and Roman Wilson for WR3 spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 11:57 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers face a competitive battle for the No. 3 wide receiver position ahead of training camp starting July 28. Germie Bernard, a rookie from Alabama drafted this year, aims to secure his role among established players DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. Bernard's impressive college stats include 114 catches for 1,656 yards and nine touchdowns. Roman Wilson, a 2024 draft pick from Michigan, has dealt with injuries but showed promise last season. Both players recently trained together with notable route coach James Everett Jr., enhancing their skill sets in the process. The Steelers' preseason begins on August 13 against the Green Bay Packers.
- •Germie Bernard caught 114 passes for 1,656 yards in college.
- •Roman Wilson scored two touchdowns in limited action last season.
- •Training camp starts July 28 for the Steelers.
- •Preseason opener is August 13 against the Green Bay Packers.
- •Both receivers trained with route coach James Everett Jr.
- 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Will Germie Bernard or Roman Wilson Be Steelers’ WR3?
"The Steelers have not had great wide receiver cores over the last few seasons, but in 2026 they finally have some depth in the pass-catching room. The Steelers have a good problem on their hands: a battle for the No. 3 wide receiver spot. Roman Wilson and Germie Bernard are seemingly the third and fourth […] The post Will Germie Bernard or Roman Wilson Be Steelers’ WR3? appeared first on The Lead.
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