JuJu Smith-Schuster: "This offseason, [Patrick Mahomes and I] have just been working out. Every single day. Pat stays in Dallas. Pat calls. 'Hey we're throwing these days...' A lot of guys did that this offseason. Just building that trust. Over time... we're just building that chemistry."

It might be working. Sweeney went on to tweet the offensive standout of Wednesday was JuJu Smith-Schuster, who caught 3 straight passes from Mahomes to begin a 7-on-7 series. The loudest crowd pop of the day was Mahomes to JuJu in 11-on-11. Safety Juan Thornhill got turned around, leaving JuJu open deep, the tweet went on to say.

In an offseason with change at wide receiver, the Kansas City Chiefs may have an under-the-radar signing working out so far this offseason.

WR Justin Watson signed with K.C. prior to the Tyreek Hill trade, but showed flashes during OTAs. “He’s been a pleasant surprise for me,” Mahomes said. “That dude can roll. He came down to Texas. I threw with him the first day, and I called (general manager Brett) Veach and I was like, ‘Wait, how fast is this guy?’ He was running so fast that I was late on my throws. He’s had two great days.”

Related Players: Justyn Ross, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Mecole Hardman, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Skyy Moore

Watson could not get on the field for offensive snaps in Tampa Bay, but finds himself going from the G.O.A.T. to a QB who is well on his way to challenging for that title. Unlike in Chicago or Atlanta where being a wideout gets you onto the field, competing in Kansas City is great for Watson's personal growth and worst-case, great audition film for his next team.

Watson has dynasty appeal for now, but with so much unknown in K.C., his fantasy value could skyrocket.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid told reporters Thursday that WR Mecole Hardman is dealing with a 'tweaked hamstring.'

Related Players: Skyy Moore, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling

Hardman has an opportunity to be a starting wideout being the senior member of the Chiefs WR room based on time with the team. A speedster with a hammy injury is never good, but it coming in May makes it easier to handle and let rest.

The Kansas City Chiefs are signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a three-year deal.

Related Players: JuJu Smith-Schuster, Mecole Hardman

MVS is not Tyreek Hill, but in terms of speed threats he is at least in the picture. Valdes-Scantling has been hit-or-miss with Aaron Rodgers, but at least he has a chance to receive consistent quality deep targets from another elite quarterback.

The Miami Dolphins have acquired WR Tyreek Hill from the Kansas City Chiefs for five draft picks.

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Hill wanted out and got his wish. He strengthens the Dolphins wideout corps but takes a notable drop in quarterback with either Tua or Teddy under center. There is also the question of how good Miami's offensive line is even after adding Terron Armstead.

The Chiefs are almost a lock to add to their wide receiver room with either top 50 pick from the Dolphins or their own first rounder. Kansas City is also meeting with Marquez Valdes-Scantling. He is nowhere near Hill in terms of talent, but MVS has excellent speed.

WR JuJu Smith-Schuster is signing a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Smith-Schuster arguably becomes the second-best wideout Patrick Mahomes has had the ability to throw to behind Tyreek Hill. He also is betting on his health by signing a prove-it deal. Smith-Schuster played five games in 2021 because of a shoulder injury.

Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (shoulder) returned to practice Thursday, opening his 21-day window to return from IR.

His return probably does little for this weekend, but if he can show that his shoulder is in a good spot, Smith-Schuster could play as soon as the Divisional round if the Steelers upset the Chiefs.

Mike Tomlin said that his “heart aches” for JuJu Smith-Schuster, who is playing on a one-year deal, but that he is also excited about the “big opportunities” that now exist for players like James Washington, Ray-Ray McCloud, and Cody White to make their mark on offense.

As we've said earlier this week and as the story pointed out, Washington could get the first crack at the job. McCloud did have one catch for a yard in Week 5.

Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster had surgery last night on his injured shoulder and is out for the season.

Related players: Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool, James Washington, Ray-Ray McCloud

Rapoport said the procedure was successful, but as he also added it's a tough loss for a Pittsburgh offense that was maybe showing signs of hitting its stride last week in a win over Denver. Johnson and Claypool could see more targets as a result, at least until Washington can return as the team's WR3. More targets for Najee Harries and the tight ends could also be in the mix for the Steelers offense.

Steelers expected to put JuJu Smith-Schuster on injured reserve and are fearful he will miss rest of the season after injuring his shoulder vs Broncos, per sources.

Related players: Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool, James Washington, Ray-Ray McCloud, Najee Harris

Claypool stood out this past week in the Steelers win, but he and Johnson would likely see a bump in targets without Smith-Schuster in the lineup. Washington is dealing with a groin injury but it's possible he takes on a bigger role at some point, although he was reportedly unhappy and requested to be traded earlier in the year. McCloud had one catch for a yard this past week. The team has shown they're not afraid to use Harris in the passing game so it's possible he absorbs more targets as well.