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Steelers Miss Out on Meyers, Shaheed; Settle for Scantling

11/9/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers failed to acquire Jakobi Meyers (wide receiver) and Rashid Shaheed (wide receiver) at the trade deadline.
Meyers chose the Jacksonville Jaguars for better opportunities amid injuries affecting their receiving corps.
Shaheed preferred Seattle to reunite with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.
The Steelers rank first in passing yards.
They settled for Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad, leaving Calvin Austin III to carry the load.

History

Historical Context

The NFL trade deadline in 2022 highlighted ongoing trends in player mobility, with teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars acquiring Jakobi Meyers, who recorded 804 receiving yards that season, and the Seattle Seahawks reuniting Rashid Shaheed with Klint Kubiak. The Pittsburgh Steelers, despite leading in passing yards, opted for Marquez Valdes-Scantling, reflecting strategic roster adjustments amid competitive pressures.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers failed to acquire Jakobi Meyers (wide receiver) and Rashid Shaheed (wide receiver) at the trade deadline.
Meyers chose the Jacksonville Jaguars for better opportunities amid injuries affecting their receiving corps.
Shaheed preferred Seattle to reunite with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.
The Steelers rank first in passing yards.
They settled for Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad, leaving Calvin Austin III to carry the load.

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