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Steelers Sign Brandon Johnson to Practice Squad After DK Metcalf Suspension

Pittsburgh seeks depth during DK Metcalf’s two-game absence with Calvin Austin III questionable.

Overview

  • Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reported the Steelers added wide receiver Brandon Johnson to the practice squad on Wednesday.
  • The move follows the NFL upholding DK Metcalf’s two-game ban for an altercation with a fan during Week 16 in Detroit.
  • Calvin Austin III is dealing with a hamstring injury, leaving his status for Week 17 uncertain.
  • Johnson was in Pittsburgh’s camp before a preseason foot injury and owns 26 career receptions for 335 yards and five touchdowns across 23 NFL games.
  • Pittsburgh can clinch the AFC North this week with a win over the Browns or a Ravens loss to the Packers.