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The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a bit of a pickle. They’ve been looking to trade for some new players, especially wide receivers, but haven’t had much luck. Imagine being in a candy store and not finding any candy you like! That’s how it feels for the Steelers right now. They’re hoping to find a great player to help their team, but so far, it’s just been a lot of waiting and hoping.
After weeks of dreaming about big names like DeAndre Hopkins and Cooper Kupp, the Steelers settled on Mike Williams, trading only a fifth-round pick for him. Williams, who was recovering from an ACL injury, didn’t quite shine with the Jets, leaving the Steelers hopeful he can still be the deep-threat receiver they need. But his time in New York was less than stellar.
Trade rumors have been swirling like leaves in the wind, but as the deadline approaches, it looks like the Steelers might not make any big moves. A local writer stirred things up with some bold statements about potential trades that may never happen. This has left fans wondering what the future holds for their team.
Minkah Fitzpatrick trade rumors?
The whispers about Minkah Fitzpatrick being traded aren’t what fans expected. Since joining the Steelers, he’s become a crucial part of their strong defense. Despite his high salary cap hit, Fitzpatrick remains a reliable player. Yet, some think it’s time to consider trading him while his reputation is still solid.
Mike DeFabo from The Athletic speculated that the Steelers might explore trading Fitzpatrick due to his hefty salary. Although he’s playing well, some believe he’s not living up to his cost. The idea is to see if another team would offer something valuable in return while finding a more budget-friendly option for the Steelers.
In 2022, Fitzpatrick became the first safety since Troy Polamalu to earn Pittsburgh’s team MVP award. However, he hasn’t made any turnovers since that standout season. Despite this, Fitzpatrick’s role as a leader on the defense makes trading him unlikely. The Steelers’ defense is one of the best since 2008, and there’s no need to disrupt that balance.
Tyler Lockett and Russell Wilson reunion
Rumors about Tyler Lockett potentially joining the Steelers have heated up. Lockett, now 32, has seen his role diminish with the Seahawks. A reunion with Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh could be a fairytale ending for both players.
Despite Lockett’s age and contract making a trade unlikely, his history with Wilson makes the idea tempting. However, Seattle would face financial challenges if they traded him, making it improbable despite the appeal of reuniting Lockett with Wilson.
Darius Slayton might be going down with the Giants ship
Darius Slayton is another name floating around as a possible addition for the Steelers. At 27, he’s still in his prime and has shown promise on the field. However, the Giants are holding onto him tightly, refusing offers from teams like the Steelers.
Slayton has performed well this season despite the Giants’ struggles. His stats show he’s a valuable asset, but the Giants seem unwilling to let him go. Unless there’s a sudden change of heart, Slayton will likely remain with New York.
