Steelers' Roman Wilson Makes His Feelings Obvious On Potential Gabe Davis Addition

The Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver room faced questions ahead of the 2024 season. Once again during Organized Team Activities (OTAs), the positional group is facing questions in an almost identical scenario. Before the 2024 season, the Steelers traded star wide receiver Diontae Johnson, which created the issue. Before the 2025 season, the Steelers traded star wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, renewing concerns about the team’s depth at the position.

With DK Metcalf now leading the group, attention has turned to who will emerge behind him. Roman Wilson, a second-year wideout, missed nearly his entire rookie season due to injuries and is still unproven at the NFL level. The Steelers are hoping he can stay healthy and show why they drafted him, especially with limited proven talent left in the room following Pickens’ departure.

After practice on Wednesday, Wilson spoke to the media about the team’s ongoing evaluation of wide receivers. He addressed the recent visit from veteran Gabe Davis, who could provide much-needed experience and depth. The Steelers continue to explore options, making it clear that the wide receiver competition is far from settled heading into the 2025 season.

"I would welcome him with opens arms, but I can't speak on it," Wilson said. "My biggest motivation is myself, so I don't really care [chuckles]."

The Steelers media asked Wilson a few tough questions, including whether it’s motivating to know the team is actively looking to improve the wide receiver room even with him on the roster. It’s a situation that could rattle some young players, especially one coming off an injury-plagued rookie season, but Wilson handled it with maturity.

He made it clear he doesn’t feel overlooked, but he also understands the pressure that comes with a wide-open competition. With the Steelers exploring veteran options like Davis, Wilson knows nothing is guaranteed and that he has to earn his role on the field.

"Again, I can't speak for everybody, but I don't wanna say I feel like an underdog, but everyone does have something to prove," Wilson said.

Wilson didn’t shy away from the expectations. He acknowledged that 2025 is a critical year for him and said he has something to prove. After spending most of last season on the sideline, he is aiming to show he belongs and that he can be a key part of the solution in Pittsburgh’s evolving offense.

When the Steelers drafted Wilson in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, there was real hope and expectation that he could contribute right away. However, injuries derailed that plan early. He got hurt in the offseason, and after working to catch up, he suffered another setback. In the end, Head Coach Mike Tomlin chose not to rush Wilson onto the field, deciding it was better to prioritize his long-term development rather than force him into a role before he was fully ready.

Now, Steelers fans are eager to finally see what Wilson can bring to the offense. He was drafted with plenty of hype, and that excitement has only grown entering the 2025 offseason. With Pickens traded and Metcalf stepping in as the new top target, there is plenty of uncertainty surrounding the rest of the receiver room. Wilson, though, remains confident in both his ability and the talent around him to rise to the occasion.

Steelers Aren't Done Thinking About Ways To Add To Their Offense

The Steelers are reportedly active in trade talks as they look to add another playmaker to the offense. One name being linked to Pittsburgh is Miami Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith. 

While Smith would boost the passing game, many believe the team is still targeting help at wide receiver. Davis visiting the team could be a sign that a move is coming, and he might just be the missing piece the Steelers need to round out their receiver group.

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