The Pittsburgh Steelers are far from finished reshaping their wide receiver room, and the latest buzz out of Denver has Steelers Nation buzzing with excitement. With DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. already locked in as a formidable duo, the Black and Gold are still hunting for that extra spark — especially on special teams and in the slot. And thanks to Denver’s aggressive blockbuster trade for Jaylen Waddle, an absolute gem might be about to fall right into Pittsburgh’s lap: speedy wideout and return specialist Marvin Mims Jr.
After the Broncos went all-in by landing Waddle from the Dolphins in a massive deal that screams “win-now mode,” their receiver depth chart suddenly got very crowded. Mims, once a promising piece in Denver, now finds himself buried on the depth chart with limited snaps ahead. Steelers Depot’s Alex Kozora quickly connected the dots, urging Pittsburgh to pay close attention — and for good reason.
Since entering the league in 2023, Mims has been an absolute menace on punt returns. He ranks second league-wide with a scorching 15.6-yard average on 74 returns, including one touchdown. That kind of electric playmaking has been a nightmare for opposing coverage units — and it would be a total game-changer for a Steelers team that has struggled mightily in the return game in recent seasons.
His kick returns sit at a respectable 26.6 yards (26th league-wide), but even that would represent a massive upgrade for Pittsburgh. Imagine Mims immediately stepping in as the starting kick and punt returner, bringing consistent field position advantages and big-play threat every time the opposition punts.
Beyond the returns, Mims brings legitimate lightspeed ability as a wide receiver. He’s explosive in space, dangerous after the catch, and has the vertical speed to stretch defenses. In Pittsburgh, he’d likely slot in as the No. 4 receiver after the draft, giving the offense another dynamic weapon behind Metcalf and Pittman while adding youth and upside to the room.
The best part? With Denver motivated to trim the surplus after the Waddle addition, the cost to acquire Mims shouldn’t be outrageous. A mid-round pick or even a late-round selection plus a sweetener could get it done — well within Omar Khan’s wheelhouse for a high-upside, low-risk move.
Of course, Mims isn’t going to single-handedly fix every issue on offense. The Steelers still desperately need clarity at quarterback before any wide receiver addition can truly shine. But adding a proven return specialist who can also contribute as a speedy slot threat? That’s the kind of smart, culture-fitting move Pittsburgh fans have been craving.
