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After Vikings Waive Him, Adam Thielen Debuts for Steelers in Week 14 Win

Pittsburgh added the veteran to stabilize a thin receiving group for a late-season playoff push.

Overview

  • Minnesota waived Adam Thielen after making him a healthy scratch and noted he had indicated this would be his final NFL season.
  • Pittsburgh claimed Thielen on waivers and made him active for the road game against the Ravens, with rookie Roman Wilson inactive.
  • Thielen recorded one catch for four yards in his Steelers debut as Pittsburgh defeated Baltimore in Week 14.
  • After the game, Thielen said the move helped him find his love for football again and thanked the team for the opportunity in a rivalry setting.
  • The Steelers also brought in Marquez Valdes-Scantling to deepen Aaron Rodgers' receiving options during the stretch run.