Former Eagles WR Quez Watkins sees path to being Steelers’ No. 2 pass-catcher based on this offseason move

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Quez Watkins eventually became an afterthought amongst the Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers last season, the final year of his rookie contract. Finding an opportunity with the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency, Watkins will have an opportunity to chase the playing time that eluded him last year.

The Steelers revamped the wide receiver room, as only George Pickens and Calvin Austin III remain. There’s a chance for Watkins to crack the rotation. 

“For me, when I saw they traded Diontae [Johnson], it was a great opportunity to potentially be a No. 2 or whatever they want me to do,” Watkins said, via the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. “It’s a good opportunity to compete for that spot.”

Watkins was the No. 2 wide receiver with the Eagles before the team traded for A.J. Brown prior to the 2022 season. The Eagles had Watkins as the No. 3 wideout, but a series of miscues and lack of production over the last two years caused…

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Author : Jeff Kerr

Publish date : 2024-05-28 13:20:27

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