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Steelers Fast-Track Adam Thielen, Elevate Veteran to WR2 in Debut

Mike Tomlin cited veteran additions as the reason Roman Wilson was inactive.

Adam Thielen #16 of the Pittsburgh Steelers makes a catch against Marlon Humphrey #44 of the Baltimore Ravens during the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on December 07, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 07: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after a incomplete pass during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 07, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Overview

  • Claimed on Dec. 2 after Minnesota released him, Adam Thielen joined Pittsburgh for what the Vikings noted he has indicated will be his final NFL season.
  • Thielen was active in Week 14 at Baltimore and logged one catch for four yards as the Steelers won in his first appearance with the team.
  • PennLive reported Thielen played 25 snaps as Pittsburgh’s WR2, with Marquez Valdes-Scantling logging 16 snaps in his Steelers debut.
  • Tomlin said Roman Wilson’s healthy scratch was "because of the veteran receivers," a shift reflecting the team’s preference for experienced options.
  • Thielen said the move "found my love for the game back," while Aaron Rodgers praised the veteran presence and earlier said Thielen still has "a lot left in the tank."