John Rhys Plumlee: Everything you need to know

The Steelers signed Plumlee to a reserve/future contract Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports. Plumlee has been on and off the Steelers' practice squad since late October, providing depth at wide receiver and quarterback for the team throughout the 2025 campaign. The 25-year-old was not elevated to the active roster during his tenure, but the Steelers seem to think he can contribute to the 2026 season. Plumlee will now have a shot to fight for a roster spot on next year's team.

Plumlee joined the Steelers' practice squad Wednesday, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports. The UCF product was dropped from the Steelers' practice squad on Dec. 16, but it now appears the team had a change of heart. Plumlee has yet to make his NFL debut after posting 505 rushing yards and five touchdowns during his final collegiate season in 2023.

The Steelers cut Plumlee from the practice squad Tuesday, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports. With Aaron Rodgers past his wrist issue, Plumlee is no longer needed as depth behind Rodgers, Mason Rudolph and rookie Will Howard. The 24-year-old Plumlee has never appeared in a regular-season NFL contest.