The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a significant addition to their wide receiver corps, signing former New England Patriots wide receiver Demarcus Robinson to a one-year deal.
Robinson, who spent the past two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs before joining the Patriots last season, brings a wealth of experience and production to the Steelers. The 28-year-old wide receiver has appeared in 102 games over his seven-year career, hauling in 206 receptions for 2,631 yards and 15 touchdowns.
The Steelers were in need of depth at wide receiver after the departure of Diontae Johnson in free agency. Robinson’s signing provides a veteran presence and a reliable target for quarterback Kenny Pickett.
“We’re excited to add Demarcus to our roster,” said Steelers general manager Omar Khan. “He brings a level of experience and production that will help our offense. We believe he’ll be a great fit for our team.”
Robinson’s best season came in 2018 with the Chiefs, when he caught 66 passes for 803 yards and four touchdowns. He has also been a reliable contributor on special teams, with 22 career tackles and a forced fumble.
The Steelers’ wide receiver corps now includes Robinson, George Pickens, Calvin Austin III, and Gunner Olszewski. The team is expected to continue to address the position through free agency and the draft.
Robinson’s signing is a significant move for the Steelers, who are looking to rebound from a disappointing 2023 season. With Robinson on board, the team’s offense is expected to take a significant step forward.
“Demarcus is a talented receiver who will help our offense,” said Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. “We’re looking forward to seeing him in action.”
Robinson is expected to report to the Steelers’ training facility immediately to begin his offseason program. He will wear jersey number 11 for the Steelers.
The Steelers’ signing of Robinson is a clear indication that the team is committed to improving its offense. With Robinson on board, the team’s wide receiver corps is now deeper and more talented than it was just a few days ago.
As the Steelers continue to navigate the offseason, fans can expect more moves to be made. The team’s goal is to return to the playoffs in 2024, and the signing of Robinson is a significant step in that direction.
