The Pittsburgh Steelers are working to enhance their passing game from the previous season, and this is no secret. After Kenny Pickett was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles across the state, the quarterback room underwent a makeover. With a two-year contract extension, Mitchell Trubisky rejoined the Buffalo Bills.
The team’s starting quarterback going forward is anticipated to be the seasoned Russell Wilson, who is looking for his own redemption. If he doesn’t perform well, Justin Fields, a former first-round selection, is the next in line. Under centre, Pittsburgh will be a much different team.
However, that is but one component of the passing combination. The Steelers need players who can catch the ball and make plays, regardless of who is throwing it. particularly in light of Diontae Johnson’s March trade to the Carolina Panthers. George Pickens looked like Will Smith at one time, standing by himself in the WR room.
That raises the most recent rumour about the Steelers’ free agency. Pittsburgh has been in communication with former Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas, according to Zach Smith of Around the 412. Despite battling injuries, the free agent has a strong resume and the potential to still be useful when healthy.
For the right price, Thomas would be an obvious choice. Quez Watkins, Scott Miller, Van Jefferson, and Roman Wilson are currently competing for the WR2 position. Wilson is exempt because he hasn’t yet played a snap in the NFL, but the other players aren’t quite as good as a healthy Thomas.
In comparison to Pickens’ vertical threat, Thomas’ route running skills below the line also stand out when considering possible supplementary components for Pickens. Johnson’s position as a dependable possession receiver with over 80 catches might be filled by Thomas.
GIVEMESPORT Important Stat: Michael Thomas ended the 2019 season with 149 receptions for 1,725 yards. Those two figures led the NFL. The only wide receiver on Pittsburgh’s current roster with more than 1,725 receiving yards in his career is George Pickens (1,941).
For Thomas, his health will always come first in the future. He played no games in 2021. Following that, Thomas made 10 appearances in 2023 and three games in 2022. With this move, Pittsburgh’s main priority should be to stay on the pitch.
