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‘Proud Of Him’: Mike McCarthy ‘Really Happy’ To See Kaden Wetjen House Punt Return

A rookie's punt return touchdown has Pittsburgh Steelers fans and coaches celebrating his potential

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 15:58 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 16:37 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Hawkeyes Wire · Steelers.com · Big News Network.com · Yahoo Sports · TribLIVE.com · Steelers Depot.

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The brief

Kaden Wetjen's explosive punt return touchdown has secured his place in the Steelers' roster and the hearts of fans. The play was a surprise, given that Wetjen is a rookie.

The Steelers' coach Mike McCarthy has publicly praised Wetjen's performance, calling him the Steelers Player of the Week. The play has been widely covered by sports outlets, including Hawkeyes Wire, Yahoo Sports, and TribLIVE.com.

The Steelers' preseason game against the Bills showcased Wetjen's potential, with multiple outlets noting his standout performance. The question now is how Wetjen will continue to perform in the regular season and whether he can maintain this level of play.

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Who is Kaden Wetjen?

Kaden Wetjen is a rookie player for the Pittsburgh Steelers who recently made a significant impact with a punt return touchdown.

What was the significance of Wetjen's punt return touchdown?

Wetjen's punt return touchdown was significant because it secured his roster spot and impressed both fans and coaches, including Mike McCarthy, who named him the Steelers Player of the Week.

How has the media responded to Wetjen's performance?

The media has widely covered Wetjen's performance, with outlets like Hawkeyes Wire, Yahoo Sports, and TribLIVE.com highlighting his standout play during the preseason game against the Bills.

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