After multiple failed attempts at trading for a quality pass-catcher, the Steelers finally struck a deal to acquire Williams. Wide receiver depth has been one of Pittsburgh’s most glaring roster holes since the start of the season. Dating back to this offseason, the Steelers reportedly tried obtaining Brandon Aiyuk and Davante Adams, among others. After swinging and missing on previous options, the Steelers add Williams to their receiver rotation.

Williams spent the first seven years of his career with the Chargers before signing a one-year contract with the Jets this offseason. He topped 1,000 receiving yards in 2019 and 2021, but recent injuries have kept him on the sidelines. The start of 2024 hasn’t been much kinder to Williams as he’s been mostly uninvolved in the Jets’ offensive gameplan. His 1.3 receptions and 18.4 yards per game are the lowest marks since his rookie season. With Pittsburgh, Williams has a golden opportunity to re-establish himself as an NFL starter. George Pickens leads the team with 548 receiving yards, more than double the next closest receiver on the Steelers. Williams should be a key part of Pittsburgh’s passing game and can regain fantasy relevance if he sparks a connection with Russell Wilson.

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