Steelers add Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad

Released by Chargers on Oct. 17 after short stint

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 14h1 min read

We have signed WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to the Practice Squad. @BordasLaw https://t.co/STiOMkB8BX Via @steelers on X

What happened: Pittsburgh announced the move Tuesday. Valdes-Scantling was released by the Chargers on Oct. 17 after less than a month on the roster.

Why it matters: He adds veteran depth to the receiver room during the regular season. He caught 14 passes for 120 yards and 1 touchdown in 10 games in 2025, split between the 49ers and the Steelers.

By the numbers: Valdes-Scantling in 2025: 14 receptions, 120 yards, 1 TD in 10 games. Drafted 174th overall in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft out of South Florida.

What to watch: Pittsburgh can elevate him to the active roster if receiver depth is needed.

Sources

@steelers 2026-10-20T20:03:52.603571+00:00

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