Updated Feb. 9, 2026, 3:26 p.m. ET
The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty of roster needs to address in the upcoming free agency period, particularly at wide receiver, where there are a few key names to watch closely.
Currently, the Steelers have DK Metcalf and Roman Wilson as their top wide receiver options, but Mike Evans of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would be an ideal acquisition for Pittsburgh’s offense.
Stats2014: 68 receptions, 1,051 receiving yards, 12 touchdowns2015: 74 receptions, 1,206 receiving yards, 3 touchdowns2016: 96 receptions, 1,321 receiving yards, 12 touchdowns2017: 71 receptions, 1,001 receiving yards, 5 touchdowns2018: 86 receptions, 1,524 receiving yards, 8 touchdowns2019: 67 receptions, 1,157 receiving yards, 8 touchdowns2020: 70 receptions, 1,006 receiving yards, 13 touchdowns2021: 74 receptions, 1,035 receiving yards, 14 touchdowns2022: 77 receptions, 1,124 receiving yards, 6 touchdowns2023: 79 receptions, 1,255 receiving yards, 13 touchdowns2024: 74 receptions, 1,004 receiving yards, 11 touchdowns2025: 30 receptions, 368 receiving yards, 3 touchdownsFit with Steelers offense
A six-time Pro Bowler and two-time Second-Team All-Pro selection, Evans is the definition of consistency. Boasting a massive 6-foot-5 frame, Evans is one of the league’s best receivers when it comes to contested catches. The longtime Buccaneers wideout would pair nicely with Metcalf, who would greatly benefit from another top wideout on the field.
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While Spotrac projects Evans’ market value at $13.3 million, the Steelers might need to go beyond that number to bring him in. With that in mind, we at Steelers Wire predict a two-year, $38 million deal would be the sweet spot.
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