Steelers Sign Two-Time Super Bowl Champion WR After Packers Loss

After a 35–25 defeat to the Green Bay Packers, the Pittsburgh Steelers wasted no time making roster adjustments. Less than 24 hours after the game, the team quietly finalized a deal with a veteran wide receiver — a move aimed at giving Aaron Rodgers another familiar weapon to stabilize the passing game.

The signing comes at a crucial time for Pittsburgh, as the offense has struggled to find rhythm despite strong performances from DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III. According to team insiders, this new addition brings not only championship experience but also long-standing chemistry with Rodgers.

Sources close to the organization revealed that the deal had been in the works for several weeks, but the Steelers decided to act immediately following the loss to Green Bay. The front office wanted a proven deep threat capable of stretching defenses and creating big plays downfield — something the team has been missing since the start of the season.

The player in question is Marquez Valdes-Scantling, a two-time Super Bowl champion and one of Rodgers’ most trusted receivers from their Green Bay years. The 31-year-old speedster began the 2025 season with the San Francisco 49ers, before a short stint with the Seattle Seahawks, and now lands in Pittsburgh looking for redemption.

Sources: The #Steelers are signing veteran WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling after having him in for a workout.

MVS spent four seasons with the Packers and Aaron Rodgers — while catching 13 TDs. https://t.co/xeAychJUkZ pic.twitter.com/f7CLPRJO1T

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) October 27, 2025

“I’ve played with Aaron before — I know how he works, how he leads, and what he expects,” Valdes-Scantling said. “For me, this is about bringing that same championship mindset here. The Steelers know how to fight, and I’m ready to be part of that fight.”

Valdes-Scantling has amassed 209 receptions, 3,606 yards, and 20 touchdowns in eight NFL seasons. He’s expected to join a receiver room featuring DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, and Roman Wilson — with a potential debut as early as next week.