The Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver room has once again drawn questions heading into the season. Ahead of the 2024 NFL campaign, the same concerns were being asked, and now, going into 2025, those questions still need answers. Depth, reliability, and a consistent second target remain at the top of the list for Steelers decision-makers. With Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf ready to create a dynamic connection in the Steel City. Many pundits are wondering just how impactful this new look Steelers wide receiver room will appear.
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Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver DK Metcalf smile as they talk during training camp in Latrobe, PA.
One potential solution that had been floated was targeting Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs in a trade. The idea made sense for Pittsburgh as it would add another proven weapon to maximize Rodgers’ offensive arsenal and give the passing game a much-needed boost. Doubs’ skill set and experience could have provided the type of impact the team has been searching for.
However, on Sunday, that hope took a major hit. News broke that Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed is now dealing with an injury, making it far less likely Green Bay would be willing to part with Doubs. For Steelers fans who had been eyeing the possibility of him joining the offense, the idea now appears to be fading quickly. An update from NFL insider Adam Schefter on Sunday morning gave the bad news to Steeler Nation.
Packers HC Matt LaFleur said he is hopeful that WR Jayden Reed will be ready for Week 1. Reed is dealing with a sprained foot that one source described as leaving him “day to day.”
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 10, 2025
The Steelers' wide receiver room is expected to be one of the most intriguing position groups to watch this season. Rodgers is now 41 years old, and it will not be as easy as it once was for him to elevate the play of average receivers. Many still believe he can do it, but the challenge will be greater. Rodgers will have Metcalf, and the two are expected to build a strong connection throughout the 2025 season.
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Steelers WR Roman Wilson makes a big catch over Joey Porter Jr. in training camp.
The concern comes after Metcalf. Calvin Austin III has shown promise and will look to build on a solid 2024 campaign. He is expected to take another step forward in his development and contribute more consistently. Second-year receiver Roman Wilson is also in line for a bigger role. In his rookie season, Wilson only saw five offensive snaps, as he dealt with multiple injuries and struggled to find his footing once the offense was in full swing.
Now healthy, Wilson will be tasked with helping elevate this new-look offense. His speed, route running, and ability to make plays after the catch could be crucial in giving Rodgers more options in the passing game. If both Austin and Wilson take the steps forward that the Steelers are hoping for, the receiver room could turn into a strength rather than a question mark. The Steelers tight end room is also loaded so that will help open up the passing game.
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The Steelers defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars in their first preseason game by a score of 31-25. It was an encouraging performance from the offense, with the quarterbacks combining for four passing touchdowns. While the wide receiver room may not be loaded with star power, it does have depth, and several receivers are battling for a spot on the final roster. The Steelers will likely keep six wideouts, or possibly even just five.
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Romeo Doubs in action during a 2022 Packers game, showcasing the skills that quickly earned him a role as a reliable target alongside Aaron Rodgers in his rookie season.
Four of those spots, for the most part, feel locked in. The remaining training camp and preseason games will determine just how much additional help the Steelers’ wide receiver group might need, or if they can move forward with the players already in-house. However, a potential trade for Doubs seems much less likely now after the recent news out of Green Bay.
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