Overview
- Rival teams believe Pittsburgh could deal from its pass-rush surplus, with reporting Sunday indicating Alex Highsmith is more likely to be moved than Nick Herbig.
- Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson says the Steelers are expected to take calls on Highsmith during the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Highsmith has two years left on a four-year, $68 million deal with cap hits topping $20 million in 2026 and 2027 after his sacks fell off from a 14.5-sack year and injuries cost him time.
- Herbig, 24 and entering the final year of his rookie contract, posted 5.5 sacks in 2024 and 7.5 in 2025, and GM Omar Khan has voiced interest in an extension.
- The Steelers hold the most 2026 draft picks, and an early edge selection could make a veteran trade more likely while no deal or extension has been announced.