Steelers Sign WR Tyler Simmons to One-Year Deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed former Georgia Bulldog Tyler Simmons.

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed wide receiver Tyler Simmons to a one-year deal. 

Simmons entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent from the University of Georgia in 2020. He left the NCAA after recording 35 receptions for 438 yards and three touchdowns. He also had 17 carries for 220 rushing yards and two touchdowns. 

Simmons' agent, Brian McLaughlin, tweeted over the weekend that Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert personally reached out to offer Simmons a contract. 

Cool story. My guy @TySimmons_3 worked out at Georgia Pro Day this week. He texted me someone from the Steelers was showing interest. Ty calls me and it's Steeler GM Kevin Colbert on the line saying he wants to offer him on the spot. Always compete, you never know who's watching.

— Brian McLaughlin (@bd_mclaughlin) March 19, 2021

Simmons was a member of the Houston Texans' practice squad for several weeks in 2020 but was released midseason. He'll join a receiving group that will have players like Ray-Ray McCloud and Anthony Johnson trying to add their contribution to the Steelers' offense.

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