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Steelers Eyeing Marquez Valdes-Scantling for Roster Spot

10/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are considering signing Marquez Valdes-Scantling (31), a wide receiver who played with Aaron Rodgers at Green Bay and was released by the San Francisco 49ers earlier this month.
Valdes-Scantling remains unsigned as he seeks an active-roster spot.
Rodgers praised Valdes-Scantling, saying, "I love MVS," while the Steelers weigh other options before the trade deadline and may revisit him if no deals materialize.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's 2011 collective bargaining agreement transformed player contracts and free agency, allowing 471 players to enter free agency. This shift enabled teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers to pursue new talent, such as Marquez Valdes-Scantling, enhancing their rosters and impacting team dynamics. The agreement marked a significant evolution in the league's operational framework, shaping competitive strategies and player careers.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are considering signing Marquez Valdes-Scantling (31), a wide receiver who played with Aaron Rodgers at Green Bay and was released by the San Francisco 49ers earlier this month.
Valdes-Scantling remains unsigned as he seeks an active-roster spot.
Rodgers praised Valdes-Scantling, saying, "I love MVS," while the Steelers weigh other options before the trade deadline and may revisit him if no deals materialize.

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