The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially signed their second-round draft pick, wide receiver Germie Bernard, to his rookie contract, per @AdamSchefter.
Bernard, who was selected with the team's second-round choice in the recent NFL Draft, becomes the latest member of the Steelers' rookie class to finalize his deal. The signing ensures that the former collegiate standout will be under contract as the team moves into the next phase of its offseason program, including upcoming organized team activities and mandatory minicamp.
The addition of Germie Bernard is expected to provide a significant boost to a Pittsburgh Steelers receiving room that has been a point of focus for the front office this offseason. As a high-round selection, Bernard enters the league with expectations to compete for a role in the offensive rotation early in his career. While the specific financial terms of the deal were not immediately released, rookie contracts for second-round selections typically follow a slotted structure mandated by the league's collective bargaining agreement.
With Bernard now officially under contract, the Steelers continue to move closer to having their entire 2026 draft class signed and ready for training camp. The team has prioritized securing its top picks early to ensure there are no distractions or delays in player development as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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