Pittsburgh Steelers expected to hire Adam Henry as wide receivers coach, according to NFL insider

The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to hire Adam Henry as their wide receivers coach, according to NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. Henry, who spent the past three seasons with the Buffalo Bills, would take over from Zach Azzani, who was not retained following Mike Tomlin’s departure as head coach. The move signals the Steelers’ intent to bring in experienced coaching to support their receiving group and help develop emerging talent.Henry brings NFL experience and a track record of working with a variety of wide receivers. The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to hire Adam Henry as their wide receivers coach, according to NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. Henry, who spent the past three seasons with the Buffalo Bills, would take over from Zach Azzani, who was not retained following Mike Tomlin’s departure as head coach. The move signals the Steelers’ intent to bring in experienced coaching to support their receiving group and help develop emerging talent.Henry’s prior connection to Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy, from their time together with the Dallas Cowboys, provides a degree of familiarity that could support a smooth transition into Pittsburgh’s system. The Steelers’ wide receiver group has depth considerations beyond DK Metcalf, and the team will look to strengthen the position through free agency and the draft.Among Henry’s immediate priorities is working with 2024 third-round pick Roman Wilson. The Michigan product has shown some potential, and with the right guidance, the coaching staff hopes he can improve and contribute more regularly to the offense.Although there are challenges, Henry’s experience in developing players should help him work well with both veteran and younger receivers. He will also focus on helping the group gel, improve timing with the quarterback, and become more dependable targets in the passing game. How the Steelers’ leadership and coaching staff collaborate will also influence how the receiving group performs.Henry’s coaching, combined with the Steelers’ roster moves, will play a key role in strengthening the wide receiver group. With a mix of experienced players and young talent, the team will work to get the best out of everyone while filling any gaps in the lineup. Over time, his guidance could help the team build a more consistent and productive passing attack in Pittsburgh.