Steelers Actively Shopping for Speed Receiver to Pair With DK Metcalf Before Trade Deadline
The push reflects a thin receiver group beyond DK Metcalf with recent reliance on tight ends.
Overview
- Ian Rapoport reports Pittsburgh is in the market for a wideout, prioritizing a deep speed threat to help Aaron Rodgers.
- The search is tied to the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline with interest reported but no deal in place.
- Coverage cites speculative targets such as Jakobi Meyers, Allen Lazard, A.J. Brown and Rashid Shaheed, with higher-profile names like Jaylen Waddle or Calvin Ridley viewed as unlikely to move.
- DK Metcalf has 406 yards and four touchdowns through six games, while no other Steelers wide receiver exceeds 139 yards as the offense leans on multiple tight ends and backs.
- Context from this week notes a 4-2 start with an AFC North lead, a defense ranked 29th in points allowed, and Calvin Austin III sidelined for two games with a shoulder injury.