The Pittsburgh Steelers have elevated wide receiver Ben Skowronek from their practice squad for a second straight week. The Steelers announced on September 14 that they have promoted Skowronek for the Week 2 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
“The Steelers elevated wide receiver Ben Skowronek from the practice squad to the Active/Inactive Roster for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High,” wrote Steelers.com’s Teresa Varley. “Skowronek will revert back to the practice squad after the game.
“Skowronek was also elevated for the Week 1 game against the Atlanta Falcons.”
In Week 1, Skowronek didn’t play any offensive snaps. But he did line up for 11 special teams snaps.
Skowronek has posted 58 receptions for 575 yards and 1 touchdowns in his NFL career. He played 46 games for the Los Angeles Rams from 2021-23.
He also played five playoff games for Los Angeles. Skowronek was on the Rams active roster when they won the Super Bowl during the 2021-22 season.
Last season, he registered 8 catches for 66 yards and a touchdown. He also recorded 9 rushing yards on 2 carries.
The Steelers promoted Skowronek to the active roster a second straight week with rookie wideout Roman Wilson listed as questionable for Week 2.
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