Steelers coach McCarthy discusses Valdes-Scantling's Week 7 status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy provided an update on wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling ahead of Week 7's game against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. McCarthy indicated that Valdes-Scantling could potentially play, contingent on his performance in the final practice before the game. Valdes-Scantling recently joined the Steelers after being released by the Los Angeles Chargers, and his addition comes as Pittsburgh faces injuries to receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson. The Steelers could benefit from his experience with McCarthy's system and chemistry with quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
- •McCarthy hints at Valdes-Scantling's possible debut in Week 7.
- •Steelers face injuries to key receivers prior to Paris game.
- •Valdes-Scantling reunites with Aaron Rodgers after Chargers release.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers' newest WR receives interesting Week 7 update
"Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy provided an important Week 7 update on whether or not Marquez Valdes-Scantling could play in Paris.
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