The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to keep only five wide receivers on the initial 53-man roster. D.K. Metcalf looks to lead the team in targets as the No. 1 receiver, with Calvin Austin III as the No. 2 entering a contract year, and Roman Wilson hopes to stay healthy as the No. 3 after missing all but one game during his rookie season. Finally, Scotty Miller is expected to serve as a key backup and a potential deep threat for Aaron Rodgers, and Ben Skowronek looks to assist on special teams.
The Steelers finalized their practice squad last week, adding two receivers, including a veteran.
Pittsburgh Steelers added a 13-year veteran to the practice squad
Robert Woods signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the offseason, aiming to start and secure a spot on the 53-man roster. Unfortunately, the 33-year-old receiver failed to stand out during training camp and the preseason, resulting in his release last Tuesday. The Steelers later re-signed Woods to the practice squad on Wednesday, hoping they would elevate him for gameday and eventually promote him to the active roster.
Pittsburgh Steelers release 8,233-yard receiver from practice squad
According to Ian Rapoport, Robert Woods requested that the Pittsburgh Steelers release him from the practice squad, and the front office granted his wish. He wants to play this season but only if he’s on a 53-man roster. Woods isn’t necessarily done in Pittsburgh and is open to a reunion with the Steelers if a roster spot opens up.
#Steelers WR Robert Woods asked for and was granted his release from Steelers practice squad, and a source says he only wants to continue playing if he’s on a 53-man roster and playing.
The #Steelers handled the request solidly and understood.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 2, 2025
Fans react to the news
Is his career over?
— Jakobius (@SamiusSt) September 2, 2025
Wish him luck finding a roster
— BLOCKXS.COM (@blockxs) September 2, 2025
Who does Bobby Trees think he is? 😂
— ⛩♊️SOLO✖️JONES👑⛩ (@VybzGemini) September 2, 2025
I was surprised he signed to the PS to begin with.
— CJ (@CJMcBanthaskull) September 2, 2025
Ok that makes more sense than just letting him go off the practice squad for no reason
— Adam L (No Limit Lambert) (@ADAML1980) September 2, 2025
Weird move for an organization lacking in recievers
— Aggregate Sports (@AggregateSports) September 2, 2025
