In an interesting move, the Steelers recently signed versatile player John Rhys Plumlee to a reserve contract. Plumlee, who played quarterback in college at Ole Miss and Central Florida, has transitioned to wide receiver. He initially joined the Steelers as an undrafted free agent in 2024 and has had brief stints with the Seattle Seahawks and Jacksonville Jaguars. 🌟
Plumlee’s journey continued with the Steelers, as he spent part of 2025 on the practice squad before re-signing in December. In addition to Plumlee, the Steelers also added 12 other players to their reserve/future contracts, including long snapper Cal Adomitis and several defensive and offensive players. This balanced approach included three wide receivers: Plumlee, Cole Burgess, and Max Hurleman. 📋
As the Steelers look ahead, finding a reliable quarterback remains their top priority, especially with Aaron Rodgers hinting at his potential departure. Team President Art Rooney II suggested that Rodgers was drawn to play for Tomlin, indicating that his future with the team might be uncertain with a new head coach. 🔄
While it’s doubtful that Plumlee, Burgess, or Hurleman will emerge as key contributors in the receiving corps for the 2026 season, the Steelers must still seek additional outside playmakers. The team’s struggles in the past season, where no pass-catcher exceeded 850 yards, highlight the need for fresh talent to boost their offensive capabilities. 📈
