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Steelers Promote Undrafted Rookie Ke'Shawn Williams After Calvin Austin III Ruled Out

The undrafted rookie profiles as a catch-and-run slot option with return experience.

Overview

  • Pittsburgh moved Williams from the practice squad to the roster for Sunday’s AFC North game against the Browns.
  • He is set to dress for the first NFL game of his career.
  • Calvin Austin III has been ruled out for Week 6, creating an opening in the Steelers’ receiving group.
  • Williams went undrafted out of Indiana after a final college season with 39 receptions, 448 yards and five touchdowns following a transfer from Wake Forest.
  • Scouts, including NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, highlight his toughness, catch-and-run ability and return potential despite a limited catch radius, and he flashed in the preseason with 55 receiving yards, a touchdown and punt-return reps.