The Pittsburgh Steelers face a notable gap in their roster at the wide receiver position after trading away Diontae Johnson and releasing Allen Robinson II in the 2024 offseason. This has led to speculation about potential acquisitions, including the possibility of reuniting quarterback Russell Wilson with one of his former Seattle Seahawks teammates.
Wilson shared a strong bond with several receivers during his tenure in Seattle, including DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Doug Baldwin. Less prominently, he also connected with John Ursua, a former seventh-round pick who played three seasons with the Seahawks but recorded only one career reception. Ursua continues to train with Wilson and has expressed interest in joining the Steelers during training camp.
On “The Sick Podcast – Steelers Crazy,” Ursua mentioned that he and his agent have been in talks with Pittsburgh. While Ursua didn’t achieve much offensively in Seattle, his chemistry with Wilson is noteworthy. The possibility of Ursua joining the Steelers for camp has fueled rumors about potential trades, including a highly unlikely reunion of Wilson and Metcalf in Pittsburgh.
The Steelers’ receiver room, primarily featuring George Pickens and Roman Wilson, lacks depth. Ursua, despite his limited success and being 30 years old, could provide depth, especially given his established rapport with Wilson. Alternatively, the Steelers have also been linked to other receivers, such as Brandon Aiyuk and Courtland Sutton, though significant trades seem improbable at this stage. The Steelers may wait to assess their current lineup during training camp before making any decisions.
