Pittsburgh Steelers
AFC North | 10-7-0
Avg PTS
22.35
Rank: 16th
Avg Yds
337.33
Rank: 20th
Avg PYds
215.39
Rank: 24th
Avg RYds
121.94
Rank: 11th
Posted 4/28/2025 10:38 pm GMT
Free-agent WR Diontae Johnson (Ravens) agreed to terms with the Cleveland Browns Monday, April 28, according to sources. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Johnson is coming off a disappointing 2024 season but has a chance to earn a solid role with the Browns. Fantasy players can monitor the situation because he could be a late round pick in fantasy drafts if he is involved in the Browns passing game.
Posted 4/28/2025 5:47 am GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson can "seamlessly" step into the role previously held by current Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris, in the opinion of ESPN's Brooke Pryor, who adds that Johnson's "physical playing style" is a nice complement to smaller RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell.
Huddle Up: A season ago, Harris carried the ball 263 times for 1,043 yards as the thunder to Warren's lightning. Those seem like optimistic totals for Johnson, however, despite the strong possibility that he'll slide into that same role. One, Warren has been joined by Gainwell, who was a solid backup for the Eagles. In addition, the team also traded for DK Metcalf to pair with George Pickens, and if they do sign Aaron Rodgers, the running game may not be featured as heavily this year. For now, view Johnson as a solid RB4/RB5 depth piece with some potential to overperform that designation.
Posted 4/26/2025 8:18 pm GMT
Ohio State QB Will Howard was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 185th overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: The Steelers seem likely to be signing Aaron Rodgers, so Howard probably will not have the chance to compete for the starting job during his rookie season. Fantasy players can keep an eye on his situation but probably should avoid him in fantasy leagues.
Posted 4/26/2025 2:12 am GMT
Iowa RB Kaleb Johnson was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 83rd overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: With Najee Harris out of the picture, Johnson should have an immediate role and share carries with Jaylen Warren. He will be worth grabbing in the later rounds and could end up leading the Pittsburgh rushing attack.
Posted 4/25/2025 6:30 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens has reportedly been the subject of multiple calls from teams interested in trading for him as the Steelers attempt to reclaim a second-round pick they lost as a result of trading for DK Metcalf, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.
Huddle Up: Pickens' availability via trade has been the subject of some debate since the Steelers traded for Metcalf last month and it makes sense why. Metcalf will be the alpha receiver in this offense and wins similarly to Pickens, who is entering the final year of his contract and is unlikely to re-sign. The Steelers could also use a second-round selection to address the quarterback position with Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Milroe and Tyler Shough still available.
Posted 4/23/2025 8:57 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens is not being shopped by the Steelers but has received trade interest from multiple teams, according to sources.
Huddle Up: Pickens is entering the final year of his contract, so there is a chance he is traded over the next few days. He has posted at least 800 yards in each of his three seasons with the Steelers and likely will be a starter no matter where he plays in 2025. He can be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.
Posted 4/22/2025 7:24 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens seems unlikely to be traded based on recent comments from general manager Omar Khan.
"We're glad we have George and DK (Metcalf) here. I think they're going to be exciting for everyone to watch," Khan told reporters on Tuesday, April 22.
Huddle Up: There is no question that Pickens and Metcalf make a very formidable duo, but they are both more vertical receivers attached to an offense that wants to run the ball and lacks a long-term answer at quarterback. Furthermore, Metcalf's huge contract suggests he will be the clear alpha in Pittsburgh and Pickens will play off him. Pickens could struggle to be an every-week fantasy WR3 this year as a result.
Posted 4/22/2025 7:13 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jaylen Warren "appears to be ready" to be the team's top running back in 2025, according to head coach Mike Tomlin.
"I certainly feel comfortable with his ability to do so. He got hampered by injury some in 2024. He appears to be ready to answer that. I know he's really excited about his opportunity. I don't think myself or anyone within the question his talents in regards to managing the ability to manage potentially that role," Tomlin said.
Huddle Up: Tomlin's comments suggest that while the Steelers will probably eye a Day 2 or Day 3 running back (they traded away their second-round pick to acquire DK Metcalf), they will probably ask him to complement Warren as opposed to having Warren complement the rookie. This rookie class is deep enough at running back that Warren should not get too comfortable, but it does appear as if his fantasy managers should expect him to handle at least 12 to 13 touches per game in 2025.
Posted 4/01/2025 8:22 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Roman Wilson's rookie year was a wash due in large part to injuries, but head coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic things will be different in his second season.
"He was healthy, but healthy and football readiness were two different things. ... When you are coming back from injury, you are essentially getting on a moving train. ... (Wilson) was healthy at the end of the year. He was working extremely hard to practice, but a real avenue never presented itself. ... We are expecting really good things from him in the second year," Tomlin said on Tuesday, April 1.
Huddle Up: Pittsburgh's track record of finding receivers in the draft has been well-documented, but there is no clear path for Wilson to have a big season following the team's acquisition of DK Metcalf. Wilson will likely be resigned to slot work for a play-caller who likes to run the ball and uses a lot of 12 personnel (two tight ends). The second-year receiver should be expected to contribute more often in 2025, but he is unlikely to make much noise for fantasy purposes while fighting for targets with Metcalf and George Pickens.
Posted 3/10/2025 3:11 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers restricted free-agent RB Jaylen Warren signed his second-round tender Monday, March 10, worth $5.346 million.
Huddle Up: Warren was the RB39 in PPR leagues despite playing in 15 games. He turned into a super useful combo back in fantasy. The Steelers' offense is in flux, though, and a lot could change before the season kicks off. Warren is an RB3 with upside.
Posted 3/10/2025 2:21 am GMT
The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to acquire WR DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick. In a corresponding move, Metcalf has agreed to a new five-year, $150 million contract, according to sources.
Huddle Up: There is no question that Metcalf can provide explosive plays for an offense, but there are plenty of questions surrounding Pittsburgh's quarter back situation. Depending on who is under center, Metcalf could top out as a WR3.
Posted 3/09/2025 7:05 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf prefers to join a contending team that plays in a warm-weather city if he is traded this offseason.
Huddle Up: There are a few teams in the NFL that meet Metcalf's criteria, but the Seahawks must agree to a deal before he plays for another team. Metcalf will be a significant part for whoever he plays for in 2025 and will be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 3/07/2025 9:36 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf is receiving trade interest from the Las Vegas Raiders, according to a source.
Huddle Up: The Raiders are looking to make multiple additions to their offense this offseason, and Metcalf would be the one of the main targets in the passing game along with Brock Bowers. Metcalf will be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues no matter where he plays in 2025.
Posted 3/06/2025 7:47 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf, who is reportedly seeking a new contract worth nearly $30 million per season, is reportedly available for a first- and third-round draft choice, according to sources.
Huddle Up: The Seahawks are right to demand a Day 1 and Day 2 draft pick in return for a top receiver in his prime and Metcalf is being reasonable to ask for a contract given the recent market for receivers. It will be the combination of the two factors (multiple early picks and huge contract) that might end being too much for most teams. With that said, multiple teams have reportedly inquired and it would not be shocking if he gets dealt at this point. The good news is Metcalf will almost certainly be an alpha receiver wherever he lands, so he seems like a good bet to remain a high-end fantasy WR2 at worst.
Posted 3/05/2025 6:24 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf requested a trade, and the team has agreed to explore options, according to sources Wednesday, March 5.
Huddle Up: Metcalf is in the final year of his contract so it's likely he'll be seeking a new deal if he finds a new home. Finishing the season as the WR31, Metcalf missed two games and was simply not himself after coming back from the knee injury. Over the final eight games of the season, Metcalf averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game and had just one finish inside the top-24. He still has WR2 value, and his ceiling may be dependent on his landing spot.
Posted 3/04/2025 10:33 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jaylen Warren is expected to get tendered as a restricted free agent, but sources tell PennLive.com there is desire within the organization to sign him to a long-term deal. Contract negotiations could begin this summer.
Huddle Up: Warren has earned a shot at the primary role in Pittsburgh, but there will be some competition for touches, and we all know how offensive coordinator Arthur Smith loves to play games with RB utilization. At any rate, there's No. 2 fantasy value to be found in Warren's 2025 draft outlook, but we'll dig deeper once the offseason maneuvering fills out this backfield.
Posted 2/28/2025 6:17 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf has been discussed as a trade candidate this offseason, but the Green Bay Packers are not among the teams that have engaged in any negotiations for him, according to a source.
Huddle Up: It seems highly unlikely Metcalf will be traded anywhere, especially after it was recently reported that Seattle head coach Mike Macdonald made it known that most - if not all - of the candidates for the offensive coordinator vacancy (filled by Klint Kubiak) came into their interviews with a plan to unleash Metcalf at the top of their list. A 27-year-old alpha receiver also would not come cheap for the acquiring team in terms of draft pick compensation, so expect Metcalf to return to Seattle in 2025 and bounce back from a disappointing season in a big way.
Posted 2/13/2025 6:40 pm GMT
Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf is coming off one of his worst seasons as a pro in 2024 (66 catches for 992 yards and five touchdowns). However, it appears one of the priorities for head coach Mike Macdonald when interviewing offensive coordinator candidates last month was how each one would not allow that to happen again.
"We have to (maximize Metcalf). But we have to go through the process of how we do it. It's, how can you move him around? How you can take care of match-ups. The route tree that's available on how we want to build it," Macdonald said.
Huddle Up: The News Tribune' Gregg Bell reported that every candidate had how their plan for using Metcalf "at the top of their mind." There is no question defenses did what they could to minimize Metcalf in 2024, but the hope for Macdonald is that new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak does more to free up Metcalf than his predecessor (Ryan Grubb) did. Especially with Tyler Lockett unlikely to return, volume should not be an issue for Metcalf in 2025, so it would be no surprise if he is a top 20 fantasy receiver again after a disappointing campaign in 2024.
Posted 2/07/2025 5:29 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jaylen Warren is expected to receive a tender offer as a restricted free agent, according to sources Friday, Feb. 4.
Huddle Up: It would be no surprise for Warren to be tendered considered his cost vs. production. With Najee Harris potentially leaving in free agency, Warren could be headed toward a bigger role in 2025. He's a high-end RB3 with the chance to bump into the RB2 tier if Harris moves on.
Posted 1/14/2025 6:32 pm GMT
Houston Texans WR Diontae Johnson was waived on Tuesday, Jan. 14.
Huddle Up: Johnson is moving on from his fourth team in less than a year. He must have worn out his welcome with or asked for his release from the Texans, who need help at the position with Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell both out for the season. There is little doubt he still has something left after what he did with the Carolina Panthers earlier this season, but he could be waiting a while to find a new home after being traded twice and waived twice in 10 months.
Posted 1/10/2025 3:37 pm GMT
Houston Texans WR Diontae Johnson will continue to be fed in the offense, according to head coach DeMeco Ryans.
Huddle Up: He had two catches for 12 yards on four targets in the season finale. He'll be a suspect WR3 or flex option in playoff leagues.
Posted 1/06/2025 2:47 am GMT
Philadelphia Eagles RB Kenneth Gainwell ran 11 times for just 14 yards in Week 18 against the New York Giants, and he had two receptions for nine yards on four targets.
Huddle Up: Gainwell didn't do much in this game, but it was meaningless. In postseason fantasy leagues, he is a decent RB3 or flex fantasy option. The Eagles host the Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round on Sunday afternoon.
Posted 1/05/2025 5:22 am GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth caught eight of his 11 targets for a team-high 85 yards and a touchdown in a 19-17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Freiermuth has 15 receptions over the last two games, and he has been one of the bright spots during Pittsburgh's recent skid. He has four touchdowns in his last six games, and he has reached 60 yards three times in that span.
Posted 1/05/2025 4:49 am GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens had one catch on six targets and didn't gain a yard in a 19-17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Pickens has four catches in two game since returning from injury, and the Pittsburgh offense desperately need Pickens and Russell Wilson to recapture their big-play connection. Pickens will be a high-risk, high-reward option in playoff contests.
Posted 1/04/2025 4:44 am GMT
Philadelphia Eagles RB Kenneth Gainwell faces the New York Giants in Week 18, and the Giants are allowing the second-most rushing yards per game this season.
Huddle Up: With Saquon Barkley and other starters sitting out the finale, Gainwell figures to see most of the backfield touches. The Eagles don't have anything to play for, but Gainwell could still do some damage with an increased role against in a favorable matchup.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:29 pm GMT
Tennessee Titans QB Will Levis will be the starting quarterback for the Titans in Week 18, but QB Mason Rudolph will also receive playing time during the game, according to head coach Brian Callahan.
Huddle Up: Both Levis and Rudolph have seen playing time this season, but neither has earned the job entering next season. Fantasy players in all leagues should avoid the Titans quarterbacks.
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