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Titans bolster linebacking group with Cody Barton, boost offensive line in free agency

The Tennessee Titans took a step toward fixing the interior of their defensive front by signing linebacker Cody Barton to a three-year contract among a handful of signings announce...

MARCH 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Former Steelers Larry Ogunjobi, Van Jefferson agree to contracts in free agency Two more starters for the Pittsburgh Steelers from the 2024 season have found new homes. Defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi signed a one-year c...

MARCH 12, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Signing one-year contract Jefferson and the Titans reached agreement Wednesday on a one-year, $2.5 million contract, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The modest salary suggests Jefferson will need to compete for a depth job and may not even be assured of a roster spot. He'll be on his fourth team since the start of 2023, having never come close to matching the 50-802-6 receiving line he produced for the Rams in 2021, his second season in the league. He's finished south of 400 yards in each subsequent campaign and isn't likely to experience a major revival in his age-29 season ahead.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shows slight improvement in 2024 Jefferson secured 24 of 40 targets for 276 yards and two touchdowns over 17 regular-season appearances in 2024.

Impact Jefferson split time between the Rams and Falcons last year and failed to reach the end zone with either club. Although he wasn't very consistent during his first season in Pittsburgh, he found the end zone on two occasions during the regular season and also scored a touchdown during the team's wild-card loss to Baltimore. The 28-year-old will be an unrestricted free agent during the offseason and will likely have limited fantasy upside heading into 2025, regardless of where he signs.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers and coach Mike Tomlin end season on 5-game skid and make another early playoff exit

Unable to reverse the negative momentum of a late-season fade, the Pittsburgh Steelers disappeared from the playoffs with a humbling loss to their fiercest rival

JANUARY 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Jackson and Henry lead the way as the Ravens run over the rival Steelers 28-14 in the AFC playoffs

Lamar Jackson threw for two touchdowns in a flawless first half, Derrick Henry scored twice while leading Baltimore’s devastating running game, and the Ravens beat the Pittsburgh S...

JANUARY 12, 2025 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHT: Wilson to Jefferson for the TD QB Russell Wilson dials up WR Van Jefferson for a 30-yard touchdown connection

JANUARY 12, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Tallies three catches in defeat Jefferson secured three of four targets for 18 yards during Saturday's 19-17 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Although the Steelers' passing game largely struggled in Saturday's regular-season finale, Jefferson had multiple receptions for the second time over the last six weeks. The 28-year-old was inconsistent throughout the regular season, including against the Ravens, who the Steelers will face in next weekend's wild-card round. He failed to secure his lone target in the Week 11 meeting between the two teams but secured two of three targets for 27 yards against Baltimore in Week 16.

JANUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No catches in Week 17 Jefferson failed to secure his lone target during Wednesday's 29-10 loss to Kansas City.

Impact Jefferson has been inconsistent over the past few weeks, and he was held without any receiving yards for the second time in the last three games Wednesday. Now that George Pickens (hamstring) is back on the field, it seems unlikely that Jefferson will have a significant role in next week's regular-season finale against Cincinnati.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited work in defeat Jefferson secured two of three targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

Impact Even though the Steelers were without George Pickens (hamstring) for a third consecutive game Saturday, Jefferson was unable to make a significant impact. Head coach Mike Tomlin said Sunday that Pickens has a "real chance" to return to action against Kansas City on Wednesday, so Jefferson seems unlikely to have a sizable role in Week 17.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited work in defeat Jefferson secured two of three targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.'

Impact Even though the Steelers were without George Pickens (hamstring) for a second consecutive game Saturday, Jefferson was unable to make a significant impact. Head coach Mike Tomlin said Sunday that Pickens has a "real chance" to return to action against Kansas City on Wednesday, so Jefferson seems unlikely to have a sizable role in Week 17.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Non-factor against Philadelphia Jefferson caught one of his two targets for zero yards in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Jefferson finished the game tied for the most snaps at wide receiver (35) with Calvin Austin, handling an 81 percent snap share in the contest. With fellow wideout George Pickens (hamstring) sidelined for the past two contests, the 28-year-old Jefferson has seen an increase in his playing time, but saw just three total targets from quarterback Russell Wilson in that span. Unfortunately, the veteran was unable to get anything going against a stingy Philadelphia secondary. Jefferson will look to bounce back in a Week 16 matchup against the Ravens, however his already limited usage could take a hit if Pickens is able to return.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nonfactor against Philadelphia Jefferson caught one of his two targets for zero yards in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Jefferson finished the game tied for the most snaps at wide receiver (35) with Calvin Austin, with both handling an 81 percent snap share in the contest. With fellow wideout George Pickens (hamstring) sidelined for the past two contests, the 28-year-old Jefferson has seen an increase in his playing time but saw just three total targets from quarterback Russell Wilson in that span. Unfortunately, the veteran was unable to get anything going against a stingy Philadelphia secondary. Jefferson will look to bounce back in a Week 16 matchup against the Ravens, however, his already limited usage could take a hit if Pickens is able to return.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers WR George Pickens dealing with a significant hamstring injury, likely out vs. Eagles

The Pittsburgh Steelers could head across the state for their showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles without one of their best playmakers

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • Associated Press

Finds end zone in win Jefferson secured his lone target for a 10-yard touchdown during Sunday's 27-14 win over Cleveland.

Impact Jefferson's yardage total dropped in Week 14 after he racked up 82 receiving yards across the last two games, but he reached the end zone for the first time since Week 7, as he opened the second-half scoring with a 10-yard touchdown reception midway through the third quarter. While Jefferson has had somewhat decent production over the last three weeks, he's had a limited target share, securing just four of six targets during that time, so he remains a shaky fantasy option.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14

Russell Wilson threw for 158 yards and two touchdowns and the Pittsburgh Steelers pulled away from the mistake-prone Cleveland Browns 27-14

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

A hamstring injury silenced George Pickens. His Steelers teammates picked up the slack vs. Browns

The Pittsburgh Steelers survived just fine without injured wide receiver George Pickens

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense

Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth in Pittsburgh

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Records 43-yard reception in win Jefferson secured one of three targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 44-38 win over the Bengals.

Impact Jefferson was on the field for 62 percent of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps Sunday, the second-highest mark among the team's wide receivers. While he didn't have many targets against Cincinnati, Jefferson put the Steelers in the red zone with just over six minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, which marked the team's longest play of the day. The 2020 second-rounder has secured three of five targets for 82 yards over the last two games, but it seems unlikely that he'll be a reliable fantasy option late in the season since his target share remains low.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes game with 39 yards Jefferson secured both of his targets for 39 yards during Thursday's 24-19 loss to the Browns.

Impact Jefferson aggravated a quad injury in the first half of Thursday's primetime matchup but returned after halftime. He recorded a 35-yard reception in the third quarter and finished the game with his second-highest yardage total of the season. However, the 2020 second-rounder had been held without a catch in each of his previous two games, highlighting his inconsistency during the 2024 campaign.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in second half Jefferson (quadriceps) returned to Thursday's game against the Browns, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Jefferson was forced out of the game after taking a hit to his quad and aggravating an injury that plagued him heading into Week 11. He returned in the second half to record a long 35-yard reception midway through the third quarter.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aggravates quad injury Jefferson is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Browns due to a quad injury, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Jefferson dealt with the same issue prior to Week 11 but was ultimately able to suit up. He took a hit late in the first quarter of Thursday's game that seemed to aggravate the issue, and it's now unclear if he'll retake the field.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to secure lone target Jefferson was unable to secure his lone target during Sunday's 18-16 win over Baltimore.

Impact Jefferson dealt with a quadriceps injury ahead of Sunday's Week 11 tilt, but he played through the issue against Baltimore. However, he was held without any yards from scrimmage for a second consecutive game. While the 2020 second-rounder has consistently seen the second-most offensive snaps of any Steelers receiver this season behind only George Pickens, Jefferson hasn't been a reliable fantasy contributor and could see his role decrease even more as Mike Williams adjusts to his new team.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Jefferson (quadriceps) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Ravens, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Impact After missing practice Wednesday, Jefferson was limited Thursday and upgraded to full Friday. The veteran wideout hasn't been a fantasy factor all season and could start losing playing time to trade acquisition Mike Williams as soon as this week.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to limited practice Jefferson (quadricep) was limited at practice Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Jefferson missed Wednesday's session, so his upgrade to limited participation a day later bodes well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Ravens. Through nine games this season, Jefferson has logged a 14/139/1 receiving line on 23 targets, a pace that limits the wideout's fantasy utility to deeper formats.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Titans bolster linebacking group with Cody Barton, boost offensive line in free agency

Steelers and coach Mike Tomlin end season on 5-game skid and make another early playoff exit

Jackson and Henry lead the way as the Ravens run over the rival Steelers 28-14 in the AFC playoffs

Steelers WR George Pickens dealing with a significant hamstring injury, likely out vs. Eagles

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14

A hamstring injury silenced George Pickens. His Steelers teammates picked up the slack vs. Browns

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense