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Steelers sideline star WR Pittman Jr. for four weeks after foot injury flares
sports3 days ago

Steelers sideline star WR Pittman Jr. for four weeks after foot injury flares

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. on short-term injured reserve on October 10, 2026, due to a re-aggravated foot injury. Pittman, acquired from the Indianapolis Colts in March for a $59 million contract, will miss at least four games, including the Week 9 bye, with an earliest return date of November 15 against the Cincinnati Bengals. In his three games this season, Pittman recorded seven catches for 89 yards. His absence elevates Roman Wilson, Germie Bernard, and Ben Skowronek in the receiving depth chart. The Steelers also placed defensive lineman Derrick Harmon on injured reserve for a separate foot injury.

via Steelers Depot|
#michael-pittman-jr#mike-mccarthy#nfl-injuries
sports23 days ago

Steelers sideline Pittman and Porter for Patriots clash amid contract dispute

The Pittsburgh Steelers will face the New England Patriots without starting cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. due to injuries and a contract dispute. Porter, who has missed two straight games, is seeking a new deal, while Pittman is out with a foot injury. Rookie Germie Bernard may see increased playing time. The Steelers also elevated practice squad players Doneiko Slaughter and Travis Homer to the active roster.

via Steelers Depot|
#injuries#joey-porter-jr#michael-pittman-jr
sports24 days ago

Pittman's Foot Injury Opens Door for Rookie Germie Bernard in Steelers' Week 2

Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is out for Week 2 with a foot injury, creating an opportunity for rookie Germie Bernard to earn playing time. Pittman's absence forces a reshuffle in Pittsburgh's receiving corps against the New England Patriots, with DK Metcalf and Pat Freiermuth expected to take on larger roles. While the injury is a setback, it may provide the necessary reps for Bernard to prove his talent to quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

via Steelers Depot|
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Steelers lose Pittman and Porter Jr. for Week 2 clash with Patriots
nfl24 days ago

Steelers lose Pittman and Porter Jr. for Week 2 clash with Patriots

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without starting wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. for their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots. Pittman was ruled out on Saturday due to a foot injury, while Porter Jr. was listed as out for non-injury reasons. The Steelers' receiving corps will rely on DK Metcalf, Roman Wilson, and rookie Germie Bernard, with tight end Pat Freiermuth also expected to see increased usage.

via NBC Sports|
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Steelers WR Pittman ruled out for Patriots game after foot injury worsens
sports25 days ago

Steelers WR Pittman ruled out for Patriots game after foot injury worsens

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is ruled out for the Week 2 game against the New England Patriots due to a foot injury. Pittman did not practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday, a progression from his Week 1 performance where he recorded 58 receiving yards. His absence is significant as he was the team's No. 2 wide receiver. Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. also left practice early, though his status is complicated by a separate contract dispute. The Steelers will likely rely on Germie Bernard to fill the void left by Pittman.

via WPXI|
#injury-report#michael-pittman-jr#new-england-patriots
sports4 months ago

Rodgers Returns as Steelers Pivot to Sharper Receiving Core

The Steelers re-signed Aaron Rodgers and have upgraded their receiving corps with Michael Pittman Jr. and rookie Germie Bernard, fueling optimism from Colin Cowherd about a potential playoff push and AFC North contention. With Mike McCarthy leading the offense, Pittsburgh aims to capitalize on a stronger surrounding cast after last year’s division title, though it remains uncertain how much Rodgers will improve the 2026 offense.

via Steelers Depot|
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Pittman Says Rodgers Probably Wants to Play Again, Steelers Hopeful
sports6 months ago

Pittman Says Rodgers Probably Wants to Play Again, Steelers Hopeful

Steelers newcomer Michael Pittman Jr. says he believes Aaron Rodgers likely wants to continue playing but stresses he has no inside information. Pittsburgh would welcome Rodgers back but has not heard of any contract offer; the team is weighing options behind him with Will Howard and Mason Rudolph on the roster while Rodgers contemplates his future, a decision Pittman hopes comes with a title shot in mind.

via New York Post|
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sports7 months ago

Steelers land Pittman in sixth-round swap to bolster WR room

The Steelers acquire veteran wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. from the Colts in exchange for one of Pittsburgh’s sixth-round picks and the Colts’ seventh-round pick, a salary-dump deal that also leaves Indy with cap relief; Pittman signs through 2028 and is expected to be the No. 2 target opposite DK Metcalf, while Pittsburgh on Day 1 also signs CB Jamel Dean and RB Rico Dowdle.

via Steelers Depot|
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Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach $70M Contract Extension
sports2 years ago

Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach $70M Contract Extension

Michael Pittman Jr. and the Indianapolis Colts are finalizing a three-year, $70 million contract extension, with a potential maximum value of $71.5 million and $46 million guaranteed. The wide receiver had a career-best season in 2023, recording 109 receptions and 1,152 receiving yards. Despite playing with seven different quarterbacks, Pittman has established himself as a productive player with two 1,000-yard receiving seasons in his four-year NFL career.

via Yahoo Sports|
#contract-extension#indianapolis-colts#michael-pittman-jr
Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach 3-Year, $70M Deal
sports2 years ago

Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach 3-Year, $70M Deal

The Indianapolis Colts and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. are finalizing a three-year, $70 million contract with a max value of $71.5 million, including $46 million guaranteed. Pittman, one of the most accomplished receivers in Colts history, had a career-high 109 catches for 1,152 yards in 2023. His return is significant for the team, as he provides a huge target and is a strong blocker in the running game.

via ESPN|
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"Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach 3-Year, $70M Contract Extension Agreement"
sports2 years ago

"Colts and Michael Pittman Jr. Reach 3-Year, $70M Contract Extension Agreement"

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $71.5 million, with $46 million guaranteed, securing him long-term in Indy after being franchise tagged earlier in the offseason. The deal was reached with time to spare before the mid-July deadline, making Pittman the first Colts player to receive the franchise tag since 2013. The 2020 second-round pick has established himself as the team's top wideout, coming off a career-best season and providing a cornerstone for the Colts as they aim to end a three-year playoff drought in 2024.

via Bleacher Report|
#contract-extension#franchise-tag#indianapolis-colts
"2024 NFL Franchise Tag Deadline: Surprising Decisions and Winners Revealed"
sports2 years ago

"2024 NFL Franchise Tag Deadline: Surprising Decisions and Winners Revealed"

Eight NFL franchises used the franchise tag this week, including players like Tee Higgins, Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Allen, Brian Burns, Justin Madubuike, Jaylon Johnson, L’Jarius Sneed, and Antoine Winfield Jr. The decision to use the franchise tag has significant implications for teams' salary cap constraints, with some players being more surprising choices than others. The positional value of edges and corners makes the decisions to tag Allen, Burns, Johnson, and Sneed understandable, while the choice to tag Pittman is seen as more questionable due to the depth at the receiver position in free agency.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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