Pittsburgh Steelers Strengthen Roster with New Wide Receiver Addition

The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for a primetime game against the Cincinnati Bengals with some roster changes that could impact the upcoming match.

Pittsburgh Steelers Strengthen Roster with New Wide Receiver Addition

Undrafted rookie wide receiver Ke’Shawn Williams has officially joined the Steelers’ 53-man roster. Williams was promoted just before their Week 6 clash with the Cleveland Browns.

In his debut, Williams made a mark by participating in three punt returns totaling 30 yards and two kick returns for 50 yards. A 47-yard return, however, was negated by a penalty involving Jabrill Peppers.

Depth Chart Insights

Williams holds the No. 3 position for both punt and kick returns. He trails Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson as kick returner, and Calvin Austin III and Scotty Miller for punts.

• Williams returned one offensive snap in his first regular-season game.
• He also serves as a third-string receiver alongside Ben Skowronek.
• Despite a mistake by Johnson in Week 2, he still precedes Williams on the chart.

Austin remains the leading punt returner, though injury may give Williams a chance to step up if Austin remains sidelined.

Injury Updates

Safety Miles Killebrew, who usually serves on special teams, is out with a knee injury sustained against the Browns. Killebrew is expected to face a lengthy recovery, potentially opening up more opportunities for other players, including Jabrill Peppers.

Linebacker Situation

Linebacker Malik Harrison nears a return from a knee injury, after reopening his 21-day practice window. Initiated on the reserve/injured list, Harrison was formerly the No. 2 left inside linebacker behind Patrick Queen. Once activated, Harrison is likely to reclaim this position from rookie Carson Bruener.

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