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Steelers to Add Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Reuniting Rodgers With Former Deep Threat

The veteran receiver is expected to start on the practice squad following a successful workout to bolster a thin receiver group.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 19: Marquez Valdes-Scantling #83 of the Green Bay Packers reaches toward the goal line and scores a receiving touchdown against Robert Jackson #17 of the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on December 19, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter in the game at Paycor Stadium on October 16, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (10) makes a catch during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Pittsburgh plans to sign Marquez Valdes-Scantling after a Monday workout, with multiple outlets echoing the move.
  • Team officials expect him to begin on the practice squad, though a final decision between the practice squad and active roster is still being determined.
  • The signing reconnects Valdes-Scantling with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, with whom he posted 2,153 yards and 13 touchdowns in Green Bay from 2018–2021.
  • Valdes-Scantling was placed on injured reserve by the 49ers on Oct. 17 and released a day later via injury settlement after logging four catches for 40 yards in five games.
  • Pittsburgh has been seeking receiving help beyond DK Metcalf, and this low‑risk addition comes as the team continues to evaluate broader pass‑catcher upgrades ahead of the trade deadline.