Steelers WR Castoff Draws Titans Fans’ Ire After Ugly Drop, “Now We See Why Pittsburgh Sent Us Trash”

Preseason games are supposed to be about development, staying healthy, and giving young players a chance. But one veteran wideout just managed to get under the skin of an entire fanbase after a costly mistake in Tennessee’s exhibition clash.

The backlash came swift and heavy from Titans fans, who erupted online with frustration after a routine deep crossing pass from their No.1 overall pick, Cam Ward, fell incomplete. The throw was near perfect, layered over defenders and landing right in the hands of the receiver — only to be dropped. To make matters worse, the wideout reportedly told Ward the ball was “a little out in front,” shifting responsibility off himself. Ward took the high road publicly, saying he’d “have to put it on his chest next time.” Fans, however, weren’t buying it.

Comments flooded social media, many suggesting the player shouldn’t even make the final roster. One fan put it bluntly: “Now we understand why Pittsburgh sent us trash.” The anger was palpable, and some even clamored for rookie Xavier Restrepo to leapfrog him on the depth chart.

The receiver in question? Van Jefferson. Steelers fans know him all too well after his short and unimpressive stint in Pittsburgh, where he managed just 24 catches for 276 yards and two scores despite significant snaps. His inefficiency was a sore spot, and Black & Gold Nation had no issue seeing him walk away.

For Titans fans, though, the frustration is just beginning. Two preseason games, three targets, zero catches, and now a reputation already in flames. Pittsburgh’s faithful can’t help but watch from afar with a smirk, knowing this is déjà vu for them.