The Pittsburgh Steelers have been actively seeking help at wide receiver since trading away Diontae Johnson. While there’s considerable confidence in George Pickens’ potential and past performances, concerns remain about the depth of the receiving corps behind him. This uncertainty explains why the Steelers were closely linked to the trade discussions involving San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
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At various points, Steeler Nation believed a trade was imminent, with reports suggesting that Pittsburgh was on the verge of executing a significant deal for Aiyuk. However, the trade ultimately fell through when Aiyuk opted to remain in San Francisco. Now, with another opportunity on the horizon, it appears that General Manager Omar Khan and the front office are determined not to miss out again.
Las Vegas Raiders star wide receiver Davante Adams has made it clear that he wants out of Las Vegas. He has requested a trade, and it seems highly likely that he will finish the 2024 season playing for a different team. This development has certainly caught the attention of Steelers fans. Pittsburgh media personality Andrew Fillipponi recently revealed a new rumor regarding the Steelers' level of interest in Adams.
"Here is the rumor, the Steelers are the most aggressive team in pursuit of Adams."
Fillipponi's co-host, Chris Mueller, immediately interjected, expressing his disbelief in the rumor. Despite this, Fillipponi felt compelled to share the information with his audience.
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Raiders WR Davante Adams frustrated during a game.
He went on to elaborate on other teams that could be in the running for Adams, noting that the Steelers were among those mentioned.
"Ian Rapoport, seven teams that Davante Adams would say yes to: Jets, Saints, Bills, Ravens, Cowboys, 49ers, and Steelers crack the list. We’re at the casino, if everyone has an equal chance, that’s 14% I think. Wouldn’t call it great."
Steelers fans may be understandably hesitant to trust Fillipponi after the complicated saga surrounding the Aiyuk trade. This trade involved numerous moving parts, with reports suggesting that Pittsburgh believed they were on the verge of finalizing the deal three different times.
Fillipponi had confidently asserted on social media that the trade was "at the goal line," but ultimately, it never materialized. Now, he admits to feeling a bit apprehensive about making bold predictions.
Steelers' Omar Khan Is Aggressive According To Mike Tomlin
Despite this, the report remains intriguing and not entirely surprising. Khan has earned a reputation for being aggressive, as noted by Mike Tomlin, which is a positive shift for the organization.
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Steelers' Omar Khan and Mike Tomlin smile while speaking with the media.
Historically, the Steelers have been reluctant to pursue aggressive strategies in the trade market and free agency. Khan's approach is a refreshing and exciting change for Steelers fans, signaling a new era of opportunism in building the team.
Adding Adams would be a game-changer for Pittsburgh. While the Steelers' offense has shown signs of improvement, it still has struggled to become a true force. Pairing Adams with Pickens would create a formidable duo that could elevate the offense significantly. It appears that the Steelers are doing everything in their power to facilitate a trade for Adams.
Although they aren't currently frontrunners, they still have a chance. Steelers fans will be closely monitoring the Adams situation, hoping to see their team pull off a blockbuster trade in the middle of the 2024 season.
The cost to bring in Adams for the 2024 season is just $13.5 million. That number will continue to drop as each game goes on. Pittsburgh would technically be able to afford him. There's a chance Pittsburgh makes this trade and that's exciting for Steelers fans.
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