Steelers consider reuniting with WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are exploring the possibility of bringing back wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling following his release from the Los Angeles Chargers. Valdes-Scantling previously played for the Steelers in 2025 and has connections to quarterback Aaron Rodgers. With injuries to Roman Wilson and Michael Pittman Jr., Valdes-Scantling's addition could provide significant depth to the wide receiver unit alongside DK Metcalf and rookie Germie Bernard. Pittsburgh aims to address their receiving needs as they move further into the season.
- •Valdes-Scantling released by the Chargers on October 17, 2026.
- •He previously played for the Steelers in 2025, recording 10 catches for 80 yards.
- •Steelers currently facing injuries to key wide receivers.
- •Valdes-Scantling could provide depth alongside Metcalf and Bernard.
- •Reportedly, Steelers have a strong interest in signing him.
- 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers need to reunite with familiar WR who Aaron Rodgers knows all too well
"The Pittsburgh Steelers need to reunite with a wide receiver that Aaron Rodgers is all too familiar with.
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