After trading for WR DK Metcalf and signing RB Kenneth Gainwell, the Pittsburgh Steelers wanted to bring another offensive piece into the fold. Instead, they struck out as FB Kyle Juszczyk returned to the San Francisco 49ers days after being released.
Per Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, Juszczyk’s visit was more than cursory. The Steelers wanted to sign Juszczyk during his Thursday visit but couldn’t convince him to sign.
“The 49ers made that move at a time when the Steelers were, we’re told, hot on his trail,” wrote Florio Saturday morning. “The Raiders and Lions also had interest, but it came down to Pittsburgh or San Francisco.