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Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Steelers must re-evaluate their approach to drafting wide receivers
Anyone else remember the days when the Pittsburgh Steelers were praised by the NFL world for their ability to draft wide receivers? Man, those were good times. Guys like Emmanuel Sanders, Antonio Brown, and JuJu Smith-Schuster were guys who really drew immediate praise. Those picks also gave the Steelers the benefit of the doubt on other receivers like Martavis Bryant, Chase Claypool, Diontae Johnson and James Washington. But if we reflect on the Steelers draft over the last decade or so, their track record with receivers has been at best inconsistent and at worst, irresponsible. Here's a breakdown of the picks going back to that fateful 2010 draft that netted Sanders and Brown. Advertisement Emmanuel Sanders Antonio Brown Toney Clemons Markus Wheaton Justin Brown Dri Archer Martavis Bryant Sammie Coates Demarcus Ayers JuJu Smith-Schuster James Washington Diontae Johnson Chase Claypool George Pickens Calvin Austin III Roman Wilson That's a long list of misses over hits and in recent seasons, almost all misses. Guys like Pickens, Johnson and Claypool have turned out to be character concern guys on par with Brown but without the talent to go along with it. If the Steelers want to get back on track with young receivers, they need to re-tool their approach and lean in hard on high-character guys who can play as opposed to these high-ceiling guys with attitudes and egos that make their floors very low. This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers must re-evaluate their approach to drafting wide receivers
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 9, WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
Veteran wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster signed a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs on March 15, 2025, after a successful stint with the team last season. Smith-Schuster, who began his professional career as a second-round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2017 NFL draft, won Super Bowl LVII with the Chiefs before joining the New England Patriots for the 2023 season. Advertisement Though Smith-Schuster has been a reliable contributor for Kansas City in the past, he will need to prove that he still has what it takes to cut it in Andy Reid's offense during training camp to earn a spot on the Chiefs' 53-man roster. What jersey number does JuJu Smith-Schuster wear? Dec 4, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt (29) gets the stiff arm from Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports JuJu Smith-Schuster currently wears the No. 9 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs. How much money will JuJu Smith-Schuster make in 2025? Feb 15, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster celebrates at the Super Bowl LVII Champions Parade in downtown Kansas City, Mo. Mandatory Credit: Amy Kontras-USA TODAY Sports According to Smith-Schuster will receive a base salary of $1,255,000 in 2025, in addition to a prorated signing bonus of $167,500. His total cap number will be $1,197,500 next season. Top JuJu Smith-Schuster highlight This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 9, WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
Yahoo
08-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Skyy Moore's Kansas City Chiefs Career Could Be Coming to an End
Skyy Moore's Kansas City Chiefs Career Could Be Coming to an End originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Kansas City Chiefs' wide receiver room will have a lot of competition as the team narrows down its 53-man roster. Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy and Hollywood Brown have seemingly locked up the top-three spots. Advertisement Kansas City will likely carry six receivers, leaving just three roster spots to be fought for between Jalen Royals, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Skyy Moore, Nikko Remigio, Tyquan Thornton, and undrafted free agent Elijah Badger. Given Royals' recent draft status as a fourth-round selection, he likely has a bit more job security than the rest of the group, realistically leaving two roster spots for five players. According to Arrowhead Addict's Stacy D. Smith, this situation does not bode well for Moore. What Moore has going for him is experience, aside from Smith-Schuster, Moore is the most experienced receiver on the roster, and has the most familiarity with Andy Reid's offense. "The bad news is that Smith-Schuster is the clear favorite to claim one of the remaining spots, and the final WR6 role will likely go to a player who can contribute on special teams." Smith wrote. "If Smith-Schuster secures his spot, that gives a notable edge to third-year receiver Nikko Remigio." Advertisement Smith does point out that a rookie running back - Brashard Smith - may handle the special teams load, allowing Moore to maintain his roster position. "Fortunately for Moore, his chances could improve with the addition of undrafted running back Brashard Smith, who logged 58 returns during his college career at Miami and SMU." Smith noted. "If Smith secures the return specialist role, it could put Nikko Remigio's roster spot in jeopardy, given he has just two career receptions in the Chiefs' offense." Moore's 2024 season was cut short by a core muscle injury that resulted in him being placed on injured reserve in October. Moore played in just six games with three targets, and no receptions. Even when healthy, Moore hasn't been overly productive as a receiver. In his first two NFL seasons, Moore has tallied 250 and 244 receiving yards, respectively, with only one career touchdown. Moorehad a small stint as a return man during his rookie season, returning 14 punts for 86 yards and three kicks for 50 yards. Advertisement Related: Is Chiefs' AFC West Dominance Set To End In 2025? Related: Do Chiefs Have 'Enough In The Tank' For Super Bowl Run? This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chiefs WR's Change in Physical Appearance Catches Attention
Chiefs WR's Change in Physical Appearance Catches Attention originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX in their rear view mirror, the Kansas City Chiefs are beginning preparation for the 2025 NFL season. Advertisement The Chiefs kicked off their OTAs on Tuesday with both Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce in attendance for the voluntary event. Kansas City's OTAs are scheduled for May 27-29, June 2-4 and June 10-13. On Thursday, the final day of the first OTA session, the Chiefs shared a post showing wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster's new hairdo. He went with bright purple curls pulled back by a Chiefs headband. "New 'do for JuJu 👩🎤," the Chiefs wrote on X. Fans had mixed reactions when it came to Smith-Schuster's new purple look. "it's a Taylor Swift thing? ok. I get it," said one fan., "Purple hair ready to play 🏈 Advertisement Another fan added, "Purple hair ready to play 🏈 Other fans were not as kind. "We sporting Halloween decorations on our heads now?" added one fan. "is he trying to be princess bugglegum", commented another. "JuJu has entered his "Jeremy Lin attention grabbing hair cut" phase of his career," wrote a third fan. "Needs to be red," added a fourth fan. Smith-Schuster originally signed with the Chiefs before the 2022 season and spent two seasons with the team. After a one-year stint with the New England Patriots, he rejoined the Chiefs for the 2024 season. Last season, he caught 18 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns. He also caught four catches for 76 yards during the Chiefs' postseason run, including 2 passes for 16 yards in the Super Bowl. The Chiefs announced they re-signed Smith-Schuster on March 18. Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-SchusterJay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Xavier Worthy led all Chiefs receivers in catches for the 2024 season with 59 receptions for 638 yards and six touchdowns. Advertisement Related: Cowboys Make Quiet Move After George Pickens Trade This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Patrick Mahomes sips a beer as he and Brittany welcome stars to his Las Vegas charity event
Patrick Mahomes was seen sipping a beer poolside as he and his wife Brittany Mahomes welcomed plenty of stars to his poolside Las Vegas charity event on Thursday. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback wore a matching brown coat and slacks with a black shirt and shoes at the event thrown by the 15 and Mahomies Foundation. The foundation is throwing the event amid the Vegas Golf Classic Pairing Party, which is currently being held in Sin City. Several football stars and celebrities were seen at the Las Vegas event including JuJu Smith-Schuster and Jamaal Charles. Former Chief Mitchell Schwartz was also in attendance. Brittany and Patrick were not the only Mahomes family members on hand, as Jackson Mahomes helped ring in his 25th birthday at his big brother's event. Brittany wore a colorful dress to the event with parts of blue, green, orange, and red all showing alongside red high heels and a red purse. Former NFL stars Johnny Manziel, Matt Leinart, and AQ Shipley were all also in attendance in the presence of one of the best quarterbacks of all time. New Las Vegas Raider Raheem Mostert attended the event from his new hometown. Von Miller, who was released by the Buffalo Bills in March, is still looking for his new home and was at the charity event. Rob Riggle is a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan and was seen interacting with Mahomes in Las Vegas. The final round of the golf event will take place Friday at Shadow Creek Golf Club. Mahomes' father, Patrick Mahomes Sr., has been given special dispensation by the authorities to fly to Las Vegas for his son's star-studded golf event, as he continues to deal with the fallout of his DWI arrest.
