Fantasy Player Profile
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- WR #19
- DNPDid Not Practice
- Owner: FA
@CIN: #11 vs opposing WR - 32.08 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @NE, | - | - | 78 | - | - | 13.80 |
| 2 | SEA, | - | - | 84 | - | - | 13.40 |
| 3 | @SF, | - | - | 81 | 1 | - | 17.10 |
| 4 | CIN, | - | - | 15 | - | - | 4.50 |
| 5 | BAL, | - | - | 75 | 1 | 1 | 18.50 |
| 6 | @LAC, | - | - | 7 | - | - | 1.70 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | MIA, | - | - | 103 | 1 | - | 21.30 |
| 9 | IND, | - | - | 16 | - | - | 4.60 |
| 10 | LA, | - | - | 44 | - | - | 7.40 |
| 11 | @CLE, | - | - | 21 | - | - | 4.10 |
| 12 | @CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 114.10
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Another missed practice
Smith-Schuster (concussion/knee) missed practice again Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster is trending toward missing Sunday's game against the Bengals, but on the plus side from the Steelers' perspective is that Diontae Johnson (concussion) practiced fully for the second day in a row Thursday. We'll circle back once the duo's official game status' are revealed Friday, but those who normally utilize Smith-Schuster in fantasy lineups should be prepared to find a Week 12 replacement for him.
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Sunday
Smith-Schuster (concussion/knee) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Bengals, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster's knee injury isn't viewed as a long-term concern, but when combined with the fact that he's also in the NFL's concussion protocol, the receiver is going to have a tough time gaining clearance for the weekend. Meanwhile, Diontae Johnson is also dealing with a concussion, currently leaving James Washington, Johnny Holton, Tevin Jones and Deon Cain as the Steelers' healthy wideout options as Sunday approaches.
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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Knee injury downplayed
Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that rather than Smith-Schuster's left knee injury, the Steelers view the receiver's concussion as the greater obstacle he'll need to overcome to play Week 12 versus the Bengals, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Given the variable nature of recovery timelines for concussions, Smith-Schuster is no lock to play Sunday, but it's at least reassuring that the knee issue he sustained in the Week 11 loss to the Browns is being downplayed. Concern about the knee issue had arisen Monday, when Smith-Schuster was spotted at the Steelers' facility sporting a bulky brace. Tomlin's comments suggest that the brace may have only been a precautionary matter, but Smith-Schuster's level of participation in practice will…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Also dealing with knee injury
Smith-Schuster (concussion) also injured his knee last Thursday at Cleveland and may not be available for the Steelers' Week 12 contest at Cincinnati, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was already a question mark to play this Sunday due to being in the concussion protocol, but the knee injury adds a new wrinkle to his situation. According to Mark Kaboly of The Athletic, Smith-Schuster was donning a bulky brace on his left knee Monday, so his practice participation will be one to watch once the Steelers take the field again Wednesday. With Diontae Johnson also in the protocol for head injuries, James Washington and Johnny Holton are the healthiest wideouts in…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Out with concussion
Smith-Schuster won't return to Thursday's game at Cleveland after suffering a concussion, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was victim to a scary hit to the head over the middle of the field during the first half and initially remained face down on the field, but he was eventually helped off and went straight to the locker room. It's proving to be a disastrous night for the Steelers, with RB James Conner (shoulder) also leaving the game while the team faces a 14-0 first-half deficit. Smith-Schuster caught two of four targets for 21 yards before leaving the game. James Washington, Johnny Holton and…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 6:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win over Rams
Smith-Schuster caught three of six targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 17-12 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Twenty of his yards came on one catch, but otherwise, Smith-Schuster wasn't able to make much impact in a game where both offenses struggled. The third-year receiver has now failed to top 50 receiving yards in three of the last four games, and he could have trouble breaking out on the road in Week 11 against the Browns.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Smith-Schuster (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Eight games into his 2019 campaign, Smith-Schuster has logged 33 catches for 459 yards and three TDs, numbers that give him decent fantasy value but don't stack up to his lofty preseason ADP, which was based on him catching passes from Ben Roethlisberger (elbow), who is now on IR. Assuming he avoids any in-game setbacks, Smith-Schuster figures to continue to see his share of targets from QB Mason Rudolph, but of late the duo's chemistry has been hit-or-miss. Additionally, the wide receiver…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Sunday
Smith-Schuster (foot) is expected to play Sunday against the Rams, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was added to the Steelers' injury report Friday after logging a limited practice, but it doesn't look like his foot issue will sideline him Week 10, an outcome that will be confirmed when the team's inactives are submitted in advance of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Smith-Schuster was limited by a foot injury at Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster didn't make an appearance on the Week 10 injury report until Friday, so his status bears watching in advance of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. If he's able to take the field, he'll be looking to take advantage of a Rams defense that's been tough on wide receivers, allowing 8.0 yards per target, six touchdowns and the 11th-fewest fantasy points.
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to 16 yards vs. Colts
Smith-Schuster caught three of five targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 26-24 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster finished third on the team in targets, with his long gain going for just 12 yards. The passing game was mostly limited to short dump-offs in this one as a result of the general ineffectiveness of Mason Rudolph. This dud performance was likely even more frustrating for Smith-Schuster's owners considering he broke loose for 103 yards and a touchdown last week, but this inconsistency is part of the reality of the current Steelers offense. He'll face a tough matchup next week against…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks the century mark
Smith-Schuster caught five passes for 103 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 27-14 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: No Pittsburgh receiver was happier to have Mason Rudolph back under center than Smith-Schuster, who saw a season-high nine targets and had his first 100-yard game in 2019. His touchdown came on an impressive catch of an underthrown pass off the top of the defensive back's helmet to give Pittsburgh its first lead of the game. Smith-Schuster entered the contest averaging less than 57 yards per game but has now scored twice in his last three games. He faces a difficult challenge in Week 9 against…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Smith-Schuster (illness) practiced fully Friday.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster missed Thursday's practice, as he was under the weather. His return to a full session Friday paves the way for him to play and serve as the Steelers' No. 1 wide receiver Monday night against the Dolphins in what looks like a very favorable matchup for Pittsburgh's key skill players.
Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Under the weather Thursday
Smith-Schuster missed Thursday's practice due to an illness.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster has ample time to recover in advance of Monday night's game against the Dolphins, so his absence from Thursday's practice isn't too worrisome. We'll revisit the wideout's status Friday to see if he's able to get back on the field for the Steelers' second session of the week.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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May be nursing injury or illness
Smith-Schuster didn't look to be involved in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. "I don't know about the injury, but I know that we've all kind of had the sniffles and the cold stuff going on, me included. I wouldn't speak on the injury aspect of it," offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner said, when asked if a health-related reason was behind Smith-Schuster's lack of activity.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster dealt with a toe issue earlier this season, but he avoided the Steelers' injury report entirely ahead of the Week 6 win over the Chargers and didn't suffer any reported setbacks heading into the Week 7 bye. With that in mind, the wideout may be dealing with an unrelated injury or illness, but clarity on that front may not arrive until the Steelers release their first practice report of Week 8 after Thursday's session concludes. If available, Smith-Schuster will benefit from a…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Non-factor in victory
Smith-Schuster caught one of four targets for seven yards in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster fell victim to the Steelers' unfortunate quarterback situation, as the team was down to its third option under center this season. Coach Mike Tomlin deployed a conservative, run-heavy gameplan that -- in conjunction with an impressive defensive performance -- actually pulled off an upset over the favored Chargers. That strategy, however, destroyed any potential for Smith-Schuster to help his fantasy owners. The Steelers' upcoming bye week should afford Mason Rudolph (concussion)…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 9:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Coughs up costly fumble
Smith-Schuster caught all seven of his targets for 75 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 26-23 loss to Baltimore. He lost a fumble during the contest.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster got the Steelers on the board late in the first quarter with a 35-yard catch-and-run over the middle to find the end zone. He almost converted a big second down in overtime but had the ball punched out, ultimately costing the Steelers the game. Smith-Schuster had arguably his most complete outing of the season against Baltimore -- aided by James Washington's (shoulder) exit -- but is now down to his third quarterback. Mason Rudolph's (concussion) health will have a major…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Week 5
Smith-Schuster (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Coming off a short week after playing 73 percent of the offensive snaps in the Monday night win over the Bengals, Smith-Schuster was only able to participate in one practice while managing the painful toe injury. That was apparently good enough for the Steelers to sign off on Smith-Schuster suiting up, but it's worth wondering how effective he might be while playing hurt. He turned in his worst performance of the season in the game against Cincinnati, bringing in only three of his four targets…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Shaping up as game-time decision
Smith-Schuster (toe), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens, is considered a true game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Despite putting in a full practice Friday, Smith-Schuster apparently wasn't able to assuage the Steelers' concern about his injury. The team will wait and see how he responds to a pregame workout before making a call on his status when the inactive list is released 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. EDT kickoff.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 5:16am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable in Week 5
Smith-Schuster (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster's toe injury prevented him from practicing Wednesday and Thursday, but the Steelers listed him as a full participant Friday on their final practice report of the week. However, Smith-Schuster told Pryor he only did the "bare minimum" during Friday's session, suggesting his toe -- which he previous injured in the Week 1 loss to New England -- is still somewhat of a concern heading into the weekend. In the event Smith-Schuster is held out or limited Sunday, young wideouts Diontae…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Thursday
Smith-Schuster (toe) didn't practice Thursday, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: That's the wideout's second straight absence, though Fittipaldo notes that offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner "sounded hopeful" that Smith-Schuster will play Sunday against the Ravens. Smith-Schuster will presumably have to practice in some capacity Friday for that to transpire, however.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with toe issue
Smith-Schuster (toe) didn't practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster logged 43 of a possible 58 snaps on offense in this past Monday's 27-3 win over the Bengals, en route to catching three of his four targets for a season-low 15 yards. So far there's been nothing to suggest that the wideout's status for Sunday's game against the Ravens is in peril, but that notion would be solidified by a return to practice Thursday, in some capacity, on Smith-Schuster's part.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet second half
Smith-Schuster hauled in three of four targets for 15 yards in Monday night's 27-3 win over Cincinnati.
Analysis: All four of the balls thrown to Smith-Schuster came in the first half, as Pittsburgh relied on dinking and dunking most of the game. With the offense virtually eliminating the downfield pass from their game plan after Mason Rudolph took over for an injured Ben Roethlisberger (elbow), no one has taken a bigger hit to their production than Smith-Schuster. In the two games Roethlisberger started, Smith-Schuster totaled 11 catches for 162 yards, but he has just five receptions for 20 yards in the…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in long TD in loss
Smith-Schuster caught three of seven targets for 81 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: The receiver didn't seem to be on the same page as new quarterback Mason Rudolph for most of the game until the duo hooked up for a 76-yard TD late in the third quarter. Smith-Schuster caught the ball coming across the middle and split the secondary to take the ball to the house. It was JuJu's first touchdown of the year, but he's delivered steady production otherwise, coming up with at least 78 yards in all three games to date. With Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) done for the year, the Steelers'…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Working with new QB
Smith-Schuster will be working with Mason Rudolph moving forward due to Ben Roethlisberger's season-ending elbow injury, Mark Madden of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.
Analysis: Roethlisberger was removed from Sunday's loss to the Seahawks after noticeably clutching at his right throwing elbow a number of times. An ensuing MRI revealed that the long-time Steeler required surgery, ruling him out for the rest of the season. His replacement is Rudolph, who connected with Smith-Schuster on a 45-yard completion in the third quarter Sunday en route to the wideout racking up five catches (on eight targets) for 84 yards. While Smith-Schuster's stock drops slightly, he remains…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Five catches as Big Ben gets hurt
Smith-Schuster caught five of eight targets for 84 yards in Sunday's 28-26 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger exited the game at halftime due to an elbow injury, but Smith-Schuster showed good chemistry with backup Mason Rudolph, hauling in a 45-yard pass in the third quarter. While JuJu's stock would be downgraded a bit if Roethlisberger needs to miss any time, he still remains an upper-echelon wide receiver and the clear-cut top option in Pittsburgh's passing game.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to full practice
Smith-Schuster (toe) returned to a full practice Thursday.
Analysis: With that, Smith-Schuster is in line to play Sunday against the Seahawks, in a game where the Steelers offense has nowhere to go but up after a 33-3 loss to the Patriots in Week 1. Despite the rout, Smith-Schuster hauled in six of his eight targets for a team-high 78 yards in the contest and he figures to remain busy in Week 2, while serving as Pittsburgh's undisputed top wideout.
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Smith-Schuster (toe) was limited in practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was rolled up on during Sunday night's thrashing in New England and hurt his toe in the process. Subsequent X-rays were returned negative, causing coach Mike Tomlin to be "optimistic" about Smith-Schuster's outlook. Predictably, Smith-Schuster's reps were capped to begin Week 2 preparations, so his activity level Thursday and Friday will give a better indication of his odds to suit up Sunday against the Seahawks.
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Week 2
Coach Mike Tomlin said he's "optimistic" Smith-Schuster (toe) will play Sunday against the Seahawks, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Per Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site, Tomlin noted that Smith-Schuster's on-field activity may be limited early this week, but the receiver's toe injury isn't expected to be anything that prevents him from suiting up during the upcoming weekend. Smith-Schuster suffered the injury late in the Steelers' 33-3 loss to the Patriots in Week 1, finishing the night with six receptions for 78 yards while playing 90 percent of the offensive snaps.
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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Avoids serious toe injury
Smith-Schuster (toe) is expected to be fine after X-rays came back negative, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: This confirms an initial report suggesting Smith-Schuster avoided a serious injury when he got hurt during the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss to the Patriots. His practice participation may be impacted, but it sounds like the Steelers expect to have their top receiver available when they host the Seahawks in Week 2. Smith-Schuster was one of the few bright spots for Pittsburgh in an ugly season opener, grabbing six of eight targets for 78 yards while handling a 90 percent snap share on offense.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing minor toe injury
Smith-Schuster suffered a toe injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss to the Patriots but is expected be ready for Week 2, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After further testing, it was discovered that Smith-Schuster rolled up on his toe during the team's final drive of Sunday's 30-point loss to the Patriots. Fortunately for him and the Steelers, it doesn't look like it is anything too serious. The club expects him to be on the field for next weekend's matchup with the Seahawks. Smith-Schuster hauled in six of his eight targets Sunday night for a team-high 78 yards in what ended up being a dismal overall performance for Pittsburgh's offense. His…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Tweaks ankle in loss
Smith-Schuster suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's 33-3 loss to the Patriots, but the injury doesn't appear to be too serious, Dale Lolley of DKSportsPittsburgh.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster tweaked his ankle during a meaningless play in the waning minutes of the 33-3 blowout loss. Luckily for his fantasy owners, it sounds like the star wideout avoided serious injury. Smith-Schuster paced the Steelers in receptions (six) and receiving yards (78), which was to be expected following the dramatic departure of Antonio Brown this past offseason. The 22-year-old's next matchup comes next Sunday against the Seahawks, whose secondary was just burned by Andy Dalton and the…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 9:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits paydirt Sunday
Smith-Schuster caught four of five targets for 37 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's preseason win over the Titans.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster got his first taste of action as the true top wideout with Ben Roethlisberger under center. The duo was on the field for the first quarter, and they hit paydirt on the final play of their last drive together. With Antonio Brown in Oakland, the 23-year-old will default to Big Ben's top receiving option in 2019. Smith-Schuster already broke out with 1,426 receiving yards and seven touchdowns last season, so it will be interesting to see if he can build on that, or if the absence of…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Working on downfield skills
Smith-Schuster is focused on becoming more of a deep threat outside, Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. "Being able to catch the deep balls down the field," Smith-Schuster said. "That's what I've focused on a lot, catching the ball over the shoulder and being able to be a threat on the outside."
Analysis: With Antonio Brown off to Oakland and slot specialists Ryan Switzer and Eli Rogers left behind in Pittsburgh, there's an excellent chance Smith-Schuster takes more of his snaps outside this season. It's less clear if he'll become a viable deep threat, but he's so good at everything else that it shouldn't be a major issue if he struggles to gain separation on go routes. His work after the catch has led to some huge plays through two seasons, including gains of 97, 97, 75, 69 and 67 yards.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 7:05am by Rotowire.com
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Comes up empty in win
Smith-Schuster failed to catch any of the three targets he saw during the Steelers' 17-7 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster played in the first four series with Mason Rudolph under center, but they were never able to connect. Despite the blanking, there's essentially zero concerns about Smith-Schuster's role in the upcoming season, one that is expected to yield a prolific number of targets. The dynamic third-year receiver could have an opportunity to log some snaps with Ben Roethlisberger under center in the next preseason tilt, Sunday, Aug. 25 against the Titans.
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Readying for increased role
Smith-Schuster is slated to become the Steelers' unquestioned No. 1 wide receiver following the trade of Antonio Brown to the Raiders, Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.
Analysis: Brown's disappearing act in Week 17 allowed Smith-Schuster to lead the Steelers in catches (111) and receiving yards (1,426), ending a streak of five years for the former. With Brown's saga coming to a close, Smith-Schuster undoubtedly will top the depth chart in 2019 in an offense that has ranked in the top 10 for both points and yards each of the past five campaigns. The biggest question mark will be how Smith-Schuster reacts to increased attention from opposing defensive coordinators. In…read more
Published: Sun, Mar 10 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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Seemingly avoids major injury
Smith-Schuster (knee) isn't believed to be dealing with a serious injury, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was removed from Sunday's Pro Bowl in the second quarter with an injury that was initially reported as a knee bruise. There may have been some concern after he was spotted with a limp and declined to talk to the media, but Monday's update downplays the severity of his injury. The 22-year-old wide receiver will have nearly three months to regain his health before the Steelers begin their offseason program in mid-April, at which point Antonio Brown may or may not still be with the…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 28 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted limping after Pro Bowl
Smith-Schuster limped to the bus and declined comment after suffering a knee injury during the Pro Bowl on Sunday, The Associated Press reports.
Analysis: While the injury has merely been deemed a knee bruise, it sounds like Smith-Schuster is dealing with a considerable amount of pain. That doesn't mean his recovery will require a lengthy process, but it will at least be something to keep in mind as the Steelers prepare for an interesting offseason. The team reportedly is fielding trade offers on Antonio Brown, who was benched for the regular-season finale after missing practices and meetings throughout the week. Smith-Schuster would be a strong…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 28 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
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Exits Pro Bowl
Smith-Schuster sustained a knee bruise during the Pro Bowl on Sunday, Brooke Pryor of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster caught one of three targets for 16 yards prior to leaving the game. The injury doesn't appear overly serious, but it would nevertheless be surprising to see the 22-year-old retake the field Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 27 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Score salvages otherwise poor game
Smith-Schuster caught five of 10 targets for 37 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 16-13 win over Cincinnati.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster finishes up the 2018 season as Pittsburgh's top receiver with 111 catches (on 166 targets) for 1,426 yards and seven touchdowns in 16 games. He also gained 13 yards on one rushing attempt. Paired with Antonio Brown, the Steelers have the most prolific wide receiver tandem in the league, combining for 2,723 yards and 22 touchdowns on 215 receptions this season. Smith-Schuster is signed for two more years, although it wouldn't be a surprise if he looked to renegotiate a new deal…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Another 100-yard performance
Smith-Schuster hauled in 11 of 15 targets, amassing 115 receiving yards during Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster delivered on his promise to fantasy owners, powering through a groin injury suffered in Thursday's practice to provide his fourth 100-yard outing over the past six weeks. (He also has three touchdowns during that span.) With Pittsburgh remaining on the outside looking in but maintaining a chance of reaching the postseason, Smith-Schuster is certain to put forth an impassioned effort against Cincinnati's bottom-three pass defense (275.7 YPG allowed). The second-year wideout…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Smith-Schuster (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster headed into the weekend listed as questionable after not practicing Friday, but the wideout subsequently tweeted out assurances that he would play Sunday. With that outcome now official, Smith-Schuster figures to remain a focal point in the Pittsburgh passing game, assuming no in-game setbacks.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Announces intentions to play Sunday
Smith-Schuster (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, posted on his personal Twitter account Saturday that he intends to suit up this weekend.
Analysis: In a hat tip to those who selected him in fantasy football drafts and auctions, Smith-Schuster posted that he "couldn't let down the real ones down." While fantasy managers will still want to check to confirm that Smith-Schuster isn't included among the Steelers' inactive list prior to the 4:25 p.m. EST kickoff, the wideout's own confidence in his availability suggests he isn't in major jeopardy of sitting out. It's less certain, however, if the 22-year-old will be his usual productive self…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 22 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 16
Smith-Schuster (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Given that Smith-Schuster left Thursday's practice early and sat out the entire session Friday, the wideout's Week 16 status is truly up in the air. Hopefully, added clarity regarding his availability will arrive prior to the early wave of games Sunday, especially with the Steelers and Saints not kicking off until 4:25 p.m. EST. If Smith-Schuster is unable to go, James Washington would be called upon to start in his place, per Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Spectator for Friday's practice
Smith-Schuster (groin) wasn't in uniform and didn't participate in the portion of Friday's practice that was open to the media, Peter Diana of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: It's not an encouraging sign for Smith-Schuster's Week 16 availability that he was a spectator one day after exiting practice with the groin issue. The severity of Smith-Schuster's injury remains unknown after the second-year player declined to discuss the matter with the media Friday, but teammate Antonio Brown said he expects his fellow wideout to "be there" Sunday against the Saints, per Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Once the closed portion of practice wraps up, the Steelers…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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Injures groin in practice
Smith-Schuster was a limited participant in Thursday's practice after exiting early with a groin injury, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Analysis: The Steelers haven't commented on the severity of Smith-Schuster's setback, but the timing is far from ideal for both Pittsburgh and the wideout's fantasy managers alike. Smith-Schuster declined to shed light on his injury when he met with the media after Thursday's session, making his status uncertain for Sunday's game in New Orleans. If Smith-Schuster ends up sitting out, James Washington would be the leading candidate to enter the starting receiver ranks.
Published: Thu, Dec 20 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles with catch rate in win
Smith-Schuster brought in four of 10 targets for 40 yards in the Steelers' 17-10 win over the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster's day could have been much bigger had he been able to come down with what would have been an extremely difficult catch in close end-zone coverage with 2:41 remaining. The second-year wideout instead saw J.C. Jackson strip the ball from him as he went down to the ground, nullifying what would have likely been a game-clinching touchdown at that point. Smith-Schuster still drew even with Antonio Brown and Eli Rogers for the team lead in receptions, and he'll now look to bounce back…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Shines in close road loss
Smith-Schuster brought in eight of 12 targets for 130 yards and two touchdowns in the Steelers' 24-21 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was able to vault over the 100-yard mark on the Steelers' last play from scrimmage, as he scampered 43 yards off a James Washington lateral with 14 seconds remaining. Although Pittsburgh ultimately suffered a heartbreaking loss when Chris Boswell lost his footing on a 40-yard field-goal attempt as time expired, Smith-Schuster brought joy to fantasy owners with his third 100-yard effort over the last four games. With at least nine targets in five of the last six contests,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Subpar outing in loss
Smith-Schuster caught six of nine targets for 49 yards during Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: This was a disappointing effort for Smith-Schuster, who managed just 8.2 yards per catch -- well below the 13.7 YPC he brought in to the game. It also snapped his streak of four straight games with at least 70 yards or a touchdown. He'll look to return to form against Oakland -- which allows the second-most points per game (30.6) in the league -- in Week 14.
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 9:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Explodes in Week 12 against Broncos
Smith-Schuster corralled 13 of a team-high 17 targets, amassing 189 receiving yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster enjoyed the second-best receiving output of his young career in what was a monster day at Mile High. With a dazzling 97-yard touchdown catch and run, he now has two scores of 97-plus yards for his career (he and Gaynell Tinsley are the only players in NFL history to do so). The 22-year-old wideout has been a high-end WR2 option in most formats, with at least four receptions or 90 receiving yards in every game this year. Week 13's matchup provides at least a sliver of doubt that…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops 100-yard mark
Smith-Schuster caught eight of the 10 balls thrown his way for 104 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over Jacksonville.
Analysis: Owners who stuck with Smith-Schuster in this tricky matchup were rewarded, as he played a major role in Pittsburgh's late comeback from a 16-0 deficit, even though he didn't do any of the scoring himself. This was the second-year wide receiver's fifth game with over 100 receiving yards this season. The Broncos will have a hard time trying to cover both JuJu and Antonio Brown on the outside in Week 12.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Strikes early in Week 10 blowout
Smith-Schuster corralled three of five targets for 90 yards and a touchdown and added one rush for 13 yards in the Steelers' 52-21 win over the Panthers on Thursday.
Analysis: It didn't take long for the dynamic second-year wideout to make his presence felt, as he helped the Steelers answer a Christian McCaffrey touchdown with a grab of a perfectly-thrown Ben Roethlisberger pass down the left sideline that he took 75 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter. Smith-Schuster was quiet the rest of the night, but his initial splash play was enough to vault him to his best yardage total since Week 6 against the Bengals. The 21-year-old is serving as an ideal complement…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 9:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven catches in Week 9 win
Smith-Schuster caught seven of nine targets for a team-high 78 receiving yards in Sunday's 23-16 win over Baltimore.
Analysis: Smith-Schuster was taken off to the concussion tent after a nullified 23-yard catch in the third quarter, but he was able to promptly return later in the same drive. While the second-year stud is a tremendous player in his own right, he's clearly Pittsburgh's third-most dangerous weapon behind Antonio Brown and James Conner, both of whom scored receiving touchdowns in this one. Smith-Schuster will be right back in action Thursday against the Panthers in Week 10.
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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