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Steelers Considering Deal With Ex-Jaguars WR Who Set NFL Playoff Record — A Potential Spark for Super Bowl Dreams

The Pittsburgh Steelers are no strangers to bold moves when it comes to retooling their offense, and the latest buzz suggests they could be eyeing a reunion story that would shake the AFC North.

According to league chatter, the Steelers have expressed interest in wide receiver Gabe Davis, the former Buffalo Bills standout best remembered for his four-touchdown explosion in a single playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs — a performance that remains etched in NFL history books.

Steelers check in on Gabe Davis again as search for WR insurance continues  | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Davis, 26, spent last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars before injuries derailed his impact and led to his release. Now, with his future hanging in the balance, whispers are growing louder that Pittsburgh may explore a short-term “prove-it” deal — banking on Davis’ ability to stretch the field and bring a big-play element to a young and evolving offense.

Jaguars release WR Gabe Davis, moving on 14 months after signing him to a  $39M contract - Yahoo Sports

For the Steelers, who are still searching for a consistent deep threat to complement George Pickens, Davis could represent both a gamble and an opportunity. His size (6’2”, 210 lbs), knack for clutch moments, and playoff pedigree make him an intriguing target as training camp storylines shift toward final roster shaping.

“Sometimes a fresh start in the right culture is what a player needs,” one AFC executive noted. “Davis still has that playmaker’s DNA. The question is whether Pittsburgh wants to roll the dice now.”

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While no official agreement has been reported, the possibility of black and gold negotiating with the man behind one of the most legendary postseason performances in recent memory is enough to ignite conversation across Steelers Nation.

If talks advance, Davis could find himself stepping into a locker room that demands toughness and resilience — traits he has flashed before and may need once more to resurrect his career.

Steelers Sign 1,174-Tackle Former Pro Bowler to Practice Squad, Just Hours After Raiders ‘Poach’ LB Jon Rhattigan
PITTSBURGH — October 8, 2025 — Just hours after the Las Vegas Raiders poached linebacker Jon Rhattigan from their practice squad, the Pittsburgh Steelers responded swiftly by signing Eric Kendricks—a former Pro Bowler with 1,174 career tackles—to their practice squad. The move not only offsets the immediate personnel loss but also injects a seasoned defensive leader into the heart of the black-and-gold. In his first comments, Kendricks explained his decision:“I turned down the Ravens as soon as I knew the Steelers were calling. The Raiders ‘stealing’ Rhattigan put Pittsburgh in a bind, and they showed me they value what I bring. Wearing Pittsburgh— even on the practice squad— is worth it. I believe my experience can help the front office and the team.” Kendricks (33) was a 2015 second-round pick out of UCLA, establishing his name with the Minnesota Vikings (2015–2022) before stints with the Chargers (2023) and Cowboys (2024). His peak came in 2019, when he earned First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors—reflecting a complete skill set: zone-match diagnostics, precise hook/curl drops, sharp screen recognition, and, crucially, command of the front seven with the defensive green-dot. Beyond his 1,174 tackles, Kendricks has compiled 21.5 sacks, 11 interceptions, 60 passes defended, and 3 defensive touchdowns, underscoring value that exceeds a mere rotational plug-in. Schematically, the Steelers can deploy Kendricks as an immediate stabilizer: tightening communication at the second level, serving as an on-field coordinator in high-leverage situations (third down, red zone), and contributing on special teams. If he acclimates quickly over the next few weeks, a path to gameday elevations—and potentially the 53-man roster—is very much on the table.