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SANTA CLARA, CA \u2014<\/strong> In a surprising move just one day after their Sunday Night Football loss to the Green Bay Packers<\/em>, the Pittsburgh Steelers<\/strong> have signed Marquez Valdes-Scantling<\/strong>, the former San Francisco 49ers<\/strong> wide receiver, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The signing quickly made waves across the NFL \u2014 not only because Valdes-Scantling was once viewed as a highly promising player, but also due to how fast the Steelers acted, inking him only days after the 49ers officially released him<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udca5 Once a Promising Name, Now Cut Loose<\/h3>\n

At 31 years old<\/strong>, Valdes-Scantling entered the 2025 season with high expectations from the 49ers. However, a quad injury<\/strong> landed him on injured reserve early in the year, sidelining him for weeks. Shortly after, the 49ers decided to part ways<\/strong> \u2014 a move that many fans saw coming, yet still found disappointing.<\/p>\n

Before joining the 49ers, Valdes-Scantling signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Seattle Seahawks<\/strong>, but was released before the season began.
Across eight NFL seasons<\/strong>, he\u2019s recorded 209 receptions, 3,606 receiving yards, and 20 touchdowns<\/strong> \u2014 a r\u00e9sum\u00e9 that still commands respect despite recent struggles.<\/p>\n

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\u26a1 Steelers Move Quickly<\/h3>\n

According to ESPN\u2019s Jeremy Fowler<\/strong>, the Steelers officially signed Valdes-Scantling on Monday (October 27, 2025)<\/strong>, just hours after their loss to Green Bay.
He\u2019s expected to begin on the practice squad<\/strong>, with potential to earn a roster spot in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n

This move is widely seen as part of Pittsburgh\u2019s plan to bolster Aaron Rodgers\u2019 receiving corps<\/strong>, which has struggled to find rhythm early in the season.<\/p>\n

An insider told The Sporting News<\/em>:<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Steelers wanted a veteran who already knows Rodgers \u2014 someone who can step in immediately. Valdes-Scantling fits that perfectly.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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\ud83e\udd1d Reuniting With Aaron Rodgers<\/h3>\n

Valdes-Scantling is best known for his four-year stint with Aaron Rodgers<\/strong> on the Green Bay Packers (2018\u20132021)<\/strong>.
During that time, the duo connected for 13 touchdowns<\/strong>, forming a reliable deep-threat partnership that was a key part of the Packers\u2019 offense.<\/p>\n

Now reunited in Pittsburgh, many believe Rodgers could help reignite Valdes-Scantling\u2019s career \u2014 a partnership both men surely hope can recapture old magic.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Fan Reactions Are Divided<\/h3>\n

The signing has sparked mixed reactions among fans.
Some 49ers supporters expressed regret:<\/p>\n

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\u201cIf he hadn\u2019t been injured, MVS could\u2019ve still helped us. He deserved one more chance.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Steelers fans, meanwhile, are optimistic:<\/p>\n

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\u201cFinally, Rodgers gets one of his old guys back. This could be the boost our offense needs.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 A Final Chance at Redemption?<\/h3>\n

Although he\u2019ll start from the practice squad, Valdes-Scantling\u2019s NFL experience and chemistry with Rodgers<\/strong> give him a legitimate shot to climb the depth chart quickly.<\/p>\n

After being released twice in the same year, this may be his last opportunity to prove he still belongs in the league<\/strong> \u2014 and Pittsburgh might just be the perfect place to do it.<\/p>\n

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Written by:<\/strong> Toran Flores \u2013 The Sporting News<\/em>
\ud83d\udccd Flores holds a Journalism degree from the University of Wyoming and has written for FanSided and Athlon Sports.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udc49 Summary:<\/strong>
The 49ers released Marquez Valdes-Scantling<\/strong> after an injury-plagued and disappointing start to the season. Within days, the Pittsburgh Steelers stepped in and signed him<\/strong>, reuniting the wide receiver with Aaron Rodgers<\/strong> in hopes of reigniting their once-dangerous connection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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