The Pittsburgh Steelers did not put in a waiver claim on recently released New England Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn, sources told PennLive. Even if they had put in a claim for Osborn, the Washington Commanders, who landed Osborn, would have been in front of them on the waiver claim list.

The New England Patriots are reportedly releasing veteran wide receiver K.J. Osborn. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, it was a “mutual” decision by both sides on Tuesday.

At what point do the Patriots look at wide receiver position coach as a top-tier priority in the offseason? Too many wideouts have failed in Foxborough the last several years where both coaching and talent evaluation have to be seriously reviewed.

The Pittsburgh Steelers may not get wide receiver Roman Wilson back again this season. After aggravating a hamstring in practice back in November, Wilson still has not been designated to return from injured reserve, and as such, he has not returned to practice.

Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo confirmed Wednesday that releasing wide receiver K.J. Osborn on Wednesday was a mutual decision between the team and player. Osborn was claimed off waivers by the Commanders,

With Osborn’s release, the Patriots open up a spot on the 53-man roster that will likely be filled by offensive lineman Cole Strange.

The New England Patriots weren't getting the best performances out of their wide receiver room, so it wasn't surprising when the team waived veteran wideout K.J. Osborn on Tuesday just 14 weeks into his first season in New England.