Ryan Switzer handled every return in 2018 except for two.

The Oakland Raiders General Manager tells the tale of how the Steelers and Raiders did a deal for Antonio Brown."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Latest NewsSteelers Film Room2018 NFL Draft AnalysisLatest NewsLatest NewsMike Mayock admits the Steelers called the Raiders after the deal with the Bills fell throughNew T. J. Watt Jersey ,54commentsThe Oakland Raiders General Manager tells the tale of how the Steelers and Raiders did a deal for Antonio Brown.EDTShareTweetShareShareMike Mayock admits the Steelers called the Raiders after the deal with the Bills fell throughTrevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsThe Pittsburgh Steelers sent the NFL world spinning when they decided to trade All-Pro WR Antonio Brown to the Oakland Raiders.The Steelers then set their fan base ablaze when it was announced they received a 3rd and 5th round draft pick in the 2019 NFL Draft for one of the best wide receivers in the league.Throughout the entire process, Steelers fans wanted to know just what went down. What occurred with the reported trade in place between the Buffalo Bills and the Steelers? Had the Raiders been the team of choice the entire time?While we don’t know what exactly went down between the Steelers and Bills, Mike Mayock recently joined The Dan Patrick show and spoke about what went down before the Steelers and Raiders came to terms on a new agreement. This is an excerpt from the interview:If you want to hear the full segment, check out the video below:This certainly won’t make Steelers fans feel very good about what they received in return for Brown, but it does shine some light on the negotiations which took place between the two AFC organizations, and Drew Rosenhaus, before finalizing a deal a week ago.Stay tuned to BTSC for the latest news and notes surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers as they prepare for more free agency Jerome Bettis Jersey White , and the upcoming NFL Draft. Continuing to take a look at some lesser known players trying to make a name for themselves, and claim a roster spot, with the Steelers." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteBehind the Steel Curtaina Pittsburgh Steelers communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsSteelersOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Latest NewsSteelers Film Room2018 NFL Draft AnalysisLatest NewsFiled under:Latest NewsFeatures and Long FormPittsburgh Steelers 2019 Player Profile: Diontae SpencerNew,19commentsContinuing to take a look at some lesser known players trying to make a name for themselves, and claim a roster spot, with the Steelers.EDTShareTweetShareSharePittsburgh Steelers 2019 Player Profile: Diontae SpencerMarc DesRosiers-USA TODAY SportsAfter going undrafted in 2014, Diontae Spencer took part in the Chicago Bears minicamp but left without a contract. He signed with the St. Louis Rams but was only on the roster from May to July. After striking out to make an NFL team James Conner Jersey White , Spencer went north to the Canadian Football League and signed with the Toronto Argonauts. In two seasons he racked up 107 receptions for 1,208 yards and six touchdowns. He accounted for 66 kickoffs and punt returns combined. Spencer shined when he left Toronto for Ottawa before the 2017 season. While playing for the Ottawa Redblacks, he set the all-time CFL record for all-purpose yards with 496 in 2017. Of the 496 yards, 133 were receiving, 165 from kickoffs, and 169 punt return yards. Spencer ended the 2017 season with 70 receptions for 922 yards and six touchdowns. His return skills landed him a spot on the CFL-East All-Star squad with 70 punts and 25 kickoffs. Spencer ended up with 929 punt return yards and 607 kickoff return yards. Solid stats for a player who is 5-8 and weighs 163 pounds. After the 2017 season, Spencer had a tryout with the Baltimore Ravens but he was not signed to a contract. The former McNeese State product instead resigned with Ottawa and landed on the CFL-East All-Star team once again. Despite catching 81 passes for 1 Womens Jerome Bettis Jersey ,007 yards with seven touchdowns, he was selected for his return abilities. His combined punt and kick return yardage in 2018 was 1,664 yards with one touchdown. Canadian Football League Stats Year / Rec / Yards / TDs 2015 / 36 / 502 / 3 2016 / 71 / 706 / 3 2017 / 71 / 922 / 6 2018 / 81 / 1,007 / 7 Total: 259 / 3,137 / 19 Year / KO / Yardage 2015 / 27 / 555 2016 / 0 / 0 2017 / 25 / 607 2018 / 38 / 815 Total: 90 / 1977 Year / PR / Yardage 2015 / 6 / 43 2016 / 33 / 341 2017 / 70 / 929 2018 / 82 / 849 Total: 191 / 2162 At 27, Spencer will spend the summer living his dream while being a part of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Spence will need every bit of experience he learned in his time in the CFL along with his blazing 4.34 speed he showcased at his pro day in 2014 if he hopes to make the 53-man roster. To make the roster he will presumably have to do it as a return man. Two players may stand in his way.Switzer’s numbers were not bad, but they were in the replacement level range Jerome Bettis Jersey , just outside of the top 10 average in both categories. Third round selection, Wideout and return man, Diontae Johnson role with the Steelers is yet to be seen. With his draft pedigree and college return stats, he will get plenty of opportunities to land either or both return gigs. If Thompson has a tough time transitioning to life in the NFL and Switzer continues to be middle of the road, Spencer could be that dark horse candidate to fill the roles. The CFL is not the NFL but if Spencer showcases his dynamic playmaking ability he showed in Canada the past two seasons, Pittsburgh may be left with some tough choices when the 90 man roster is cut down to 53 depending on if they keep five or six wideouts.