The Pittsburgh Steelers have been involved in trade rumors surrounding a lot of wide receivers recently. This saga has become a bit annoying for the fan base as virtually every wideout at some point has been linked to the Steelers. A lot of it has been just rumors, but the Steelers were close to landing San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. That trade reportedly fell through just as it was about to be finalized, leaving fans disappointed. Despite the 6-2 start, many fans and even some pundits feel the team is still in need of help at the position.
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Steelers' Russell Wilson and George Pickens celebrate after connecting on a touchdown in 2024.
The Steelers' search for a reliable wide receiver has been a recurring storyline, and the lack of a true number two receiver is a major concern. After trading away Diontae Johnson, George Pickens was elevated to the top role, but questions remain about who will step up behind him. Calvin Austin III and Van Jefferson have benefited from Russell Wilson's return, yet many believe the Steelers still need to add a reliable wide receiver two before the trade deadline.
Recently, new buzz surrounded the potential availability of Los Angeles Rams star Cooper Kupp. Though those trade talks have cooled off, fans were intrigued by the idea of Kupp joining Pittsburgh’s offense.
On Sunday, NFL insider Jay Glazer shared fresh insights into the Steelers’ pursuit of Kupp, hinting at serious interest from the front office to land a big-name wide receiver.
"They've been calling around," Glazer said on Fox NFL Kickoff. "They even called around like a month ago for the Rams trying to get a guy like Cooper Kupp. There's just not a bunch of huge names. The huge names have kind of already moved out. Amari Cooper, Davante Adams. But there are teams like the Steelers looking for a wide receiver."
Glazer is one of the most insightful voices in the league, and his close friendship with Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin adds even more weight to his analysis. Although it seems unlikely that the Rams will trade any wide receivers before the deadline, the Steelers are still in the market for help at that position.
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Rams' Cooper Kupp speaks to the media about being mentioned in trade rumors.
With Wilson at the helm, the passing game has come alive in Pittsburgh's offense. Given the performance of the wide receivers since Wilson took over, the urgency for the Steelers to acquire additional weapons has intensified.
The team boasts a strong defense and special teams, and now that the offense has begun to show promise under Arthur Smith, bolstering the wide receiver corps will be crucial if they want to compete with other contenders in the league.
Steelers' Omar Khan Continues To Be Patient In The WR Trade Market
It's exciting to see Omar Khan and the Steelers actively exploring trade options. This proactive approach is promising for Steeler Nation, who can trust that Khan won't settle for a bad deal out of desperation.
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Steelers' Omar Khan speaks to members of the Pittsburgh media.
With the trade deadline approaching and wide receiver options dwindling, it will be intriguing to see how the Steelers navigate this situation. It seems clear that Khan wants to upgrade at the position, but is waiting for the right time to strike.
While there are options available, they may not be the star-studded, top-tier receivers fans are hoping for. Fortunately, the Steelers have a true wide receiver one in Pickens, who has excelled in 2024. What they need now is a complementary piece to support him, and that player may still be out there. As the trade deadline nears, excitement is building not just for football fans but particularly for Steelers fans. All eyes are on Khan as he looks to bolster the roster.
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