There is a rumor circulating on social media that the New England Patriots might choose to part ways with veteran and former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster.
Anytime a former Steeler is either on the market or could be on the market, the fan base gets fired up about a reunion. In most cases, it’s all smoke but no fire and the addition isn’t as significant as most want to believe.
But Smith-Schuster might be different. The Steelers are in desperate need of a No. 2 wide receiver, and Smith-Schuster has proved his worth in that role.
Smith-Schuster spent his first five seasons with the Steelers and was far and away the most successful in Pittsburgh. In 2018, Smith-Schuster hauled in 111 passes and then in 2020 had 97 receptions.
With new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith implementing his system, having receivers who are fearless as a run blocker is a must. One of the things Smith-Schuster has always been known for is his willingness to do the dirty work in the run game.
Should he end up on the market, signing Smith-Schuster makes perfect sense. The Steelers have plenty of money to spend, and the 27-year-old receiver needs to come back home.
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