How did former Colts WR Michael Pittman play in Steelers debut?

· Yahoo Sports

How did former Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman perform in his Pittsburgh Steelers debut in Week 1?

Visit tr-sport.bond for more information.

This offseason, the Colts traded the veteran wide receiver to the Steelers, along with a 2027 seventh-round pick, in return for a 2027 sixth-round pick.

The move helped create $24 million in salary cap space for the Colts this season.

Former Colts WR Michael Pittman makes Steelers debut

The Steelers would go on to defeat the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. In that contest, Pittman was targeted by quarterback Aaron Rodgers three times. He would haul in all three of those passes, totaling 58 yards with an average of 19.3 yards per catch. Pittman's longest reception went for 28 yards.

Without Pittman, the Colts continued to lean heavily on Alec Pierce, Josh Downs, and Tyler Warren. The trio caught nine passes on Sunday for 111 yards and a score.

The Colts also added Keenan Allen this offseason to fill the starting vacancy left behind by Pittman. Allen caught six passes for 32 yards.

This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: How did former Colts WR Michael Pittman play in Steelers debut?

Read full story at source