
Steelers Exploring Trade Market for Offensive Playmakers Beyond Jonnu Smith
Steelers Exploring Trade Market for Offensive Playmakers Beyond Jonnu Smith
The Pittsburgh Steelers may be eyeing more than just tight end Jonnu Smith as they look to bolster their offense ahead of the 2025 season.
Just hours after ESPNās Adam Schefter reported the teamās trade interest in Smith, NFL insider Jordan Schultz added fuel to the speculation by revealing that the Steelers have held āpreliminary conversations with multiple teamsā in pursuit of another offensive weapon. According to Schultz, Pittsburgh hopes to strike a deal āat some point,ā though there appears to be no immediate urgency.
The #Steelers have had preliminary conversations with multiple teams about potentially adding another playmaker on offense to complement DK Metcalf, per multiple sources. Pittsburgh is believed to be motivated to get a deal done at some point, though thereās still plenty of time⦠pic.twitter.com/javhtHdGDe
ā Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) May 29, 2025
While the Steelers made a big splash earlier this offseason by acquiring wide receiver D.K. Metcalf, they also created a void by trading George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. That move left the team still searching for offensive firepower, though the target doesnāt appear to be limited to the wide receiver position. Their interest in Jonnu Smithāa tight endāsuggests the team is open to adding versatile playmakers at any skill position.
Schultzās use of the term āplaymakerā leaves the door open for a variety of options, whether it be a pass-catching tight end, dynamic slot receiver, or a running back with receiving upside. With potentially 12 picks in the upcoming NFL Draft, Pittsburgh has plenty of draft capital to facilitate a trade if the right opportunity presents itself.
As the Steelers look to build around their evolving offensive core, all signs point to a front office willing to be aggressive in pursuing talent that can make an immediate impact.
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