A former Pittsburgh Steelers player has explained why the team is unlikely to trade for a wide receiver before the NFL trade deadline. The Steelers' current receiving corps includes young players such as Roman Wilson and Germie Bernard, who were seen on the bench during a preseason game against the New York Jets on August 22, 2026. According to analysis from Steelers Now, the team's depth at the position and salary cap considerations make a deadline deal improbable.
Former Steeler Says Pittsburgh Unlikely to Trade for Wide Receiver at Deadline



