The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t look all that sharp on the offensive side of the ball in Week 10 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 25-10 loss was arguably the worst of the season for the team and it just so happened that following the NFL’s trade deadline, Mike Tomlin’s receiving corps was unreliable. General Manager Omar Khan couldn’t find a reasonable addition to the unit, so the organization passed on making any sort of acquisition. At this time of the year, there aren’t going to be many faces out there that could be signed and make a difference, but there could be one waiting for Khan’s phone call.
DK Metcalf is the unquestioned top wide receiver on the Steelers’ depth chart, but the lack of consistent play alongside him has allowed defenses to double cover him for the majority of games. This has affected Aaron Rodgers’ ability to get the star the ball. Other players need to step up and get open more consistently if the offense wants to be more dynamic week-in and week-out.
A veteran receiver’s presence in a locker room can be very impactful for a group that is struggling like the one in Pittsburgh is. It just so happens that a Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowl pass-catcher has had his suspension expire and will be eligible to play competitively in Week 12. If all goes south again for the Steelers on Sunday versus the Cincinnati Bengals, Khan may be ready to bring someone in other than Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Odell Beckham Jr. is not what he once was when it comes to being an absolute stud in the receiving game. He has suffered two torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments (ACLs) during his career, and has not been able to truly get back into form in recent seasons. He did not play at all in the 2022 campaign, and was used scarcely in 2023 and 2024 with the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins, respectively.
It would be wise for the Steelers to elevate Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad to see what he has left in the tank. This would give the front office some sort of idea as to whether it feels a Beckham signing would, or would not, make sense. An important thing to note is that if Valdes-Scantling is promoted, there will be no wide receivers on the team’s practice squad, as Isaiah Hodgins was signed to the New York Giants’ active roster on Thursday.
Beckham is a fascinating option that will most certainly want to sign with a contender. He is well past his prime; but if he is healthy, he could provide a little spark and potentially take some of the attention off of Metcalf. The Steelers will likely give Valdes-Scantling an opportunity; however, signing Beckham to the practice squad could be a strategic move by Khan, with the intention of him getting elevated down the stretch.
Pittsburgh needs all of the help it can get in the receivers’ room. It’s already evident that the 2026 offseason will once again be one that requires Khan to add to the group, but another strong presence could help in the present day. If Valdes-Scantling is indeed moved to the active roster, there’s no doubt that Beckham could have himself a spot to slowly work his way back onto the field.
Las Vegas, NV — As the Las Vegas Raiders prepare for their high-stakes Week 11 clash against the Dallas Cowboys, an unexpected storm erupted on the practice field, shaking up the team just days before the game. In a shocking display of frustration and rivalry, quarterback Geno Smith and defensive star Maxx Crosby reportedly clashed during a heated drill, with tensions running so high that teammates had to step in and break them apart.
“It got out of hand,” Smith admitted after the altercation. “Maxx and I were both fired up, and things got intense. We’ve got a lot of passion for this game, but sometimes that can spill over. It’s all good now. We’re focused on Dallas.”
The confrontation reportedly began when Smith, frustrated by Crosby’s pressure during a practice passing drill, voiced his displeasure. According to witnesses, the two exchanged heated words before getting face-to-face, their simmering frustrations over the team’s performance this season boiling over.
Teammates Forced to Intervene
“It was a tense moment,” a source revealed. “Geno and Maxx are both fierce competitors, and when you’re pushing yourself that hard, sometimes tempers flare. It was just a practice, but it looked like it could escalate.”
Several teammates, including linebacker Denzel Perryman and cornerback Nate Hobbs, rushed to separate the two, with Perryman saying, “We’re all pushing for greatness, and things can get heated, but we know how to handle it. Geno and Maxx are both professionals, and they’ll be fine.”
Ready for the Cowboys?
Despite the dramatic on-field confrontation, both Smith and Crosby are expected to be ready for their pivotal game against the Cowboys on Monday Night Football. Smith downplayed the significance of the incident, saying,
While the incident might have shaken up the team momentarily, it’s unclear whether this brief tension will affect the Raiders’ preparations. Can this fiery clash ignite a stronger sense of determination for the game, or will it prove to be a distraction?