Steelers' Ke'Shawn Williams: Inked to Pittsburgh's active roster
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The Steelers signed Williams from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
Williams joined the Steelers' practice squad in late August after failing to make the team's 53-man roster at the end of training camp. Though he hasn't been elevated this season, the undrafted rookie out of Indiana could make his NFL regular-season debut against the Browns on Sunday due to the absence of Calvin Austin (shoulder). Austin's absence opens the door for Williams to serve on special teams as a returner on kickoffs and punts.
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Ke'Shawn Williams: Gets practice squad spot with Pitt
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Williams signed with Pittsburgh's practice squad Wednesday.
Williams went unclaimed after being waived Tuesday and is back with the Steelers organization despite failing to make the 53-man roster. The rookie receiver out of Indiana was among the team's final cuts and could be looked upon to fill in if injuries strike Pittsburgh's receiving corps.
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Steelers' Ke'Shawn Williams: Leading receiver in exhibition win
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Williams secured both of his targets for 55 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 31-25 preseason win over Jacksonville.
Williams has impressed during camp while working solely with the second and third units, and he led the team in receiving yards Saturday while finding the end zone late in the fourth quarter. Roc Taylor has drawn plenty of attention during camp due to his size and physicality, but Williams has played on the inside and outside during camp while making solid catches regularly, and he showcased his potential late in Saturday's preseason opener. The 23-year-old isn't guaranteed a spot on the Steelers' 53-man roster to begin the regular season, but if he continues to make am impact during camp and preseason play, he could also make a case for some playing time at some point during the 2025 campaign since the Steelers don't have many receivers with established roles behind DK Metcalf.
