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Should the Steelers have any level of interest in trading Watt, there are quite a few teams around the NFL who would love to have a chance to acquire him. He is coming off of a 2024 season that saw him rack up 61 tackles, 11.5 sacks, six forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and four defended passes.
The Steelers were listed as a top landing spot for 49ers WR Jauan Jennings — whose trade rumors have taken the NFL world by storm.
With trade rumors circling San Francisco 49ers star Jauan Jennings, the Pittsburgh Steelers seem to have emerged as one of the leading candidates to land the wide receiver’s signature, if such an opportunity arises.
Months after dealing Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders, the San Francisco 49ers are faced with another wide receiver dilemma: Unless he can secure a new contract from the team ahead of training camp,
Andrew Fillipponi shared that a Steelers source made a bold claim about 49ers WR Jauan Jennings — adding fuel to the latest trade buzz.
The Philadelphia Eagles released cornerback Darius Slay shortly after the team's Super Bowl win, and the Steelers immediately showed interest in the six-time Pro Bowler. Pittsburgh signed Slay to a one-year, $10 million deal on March 12. Slay will join a Steelers' defense already filled with star power.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly doing their "due diligence" regarding current contract negotiations with veteran pass rusher T.J. Watt. And while a trade is not expected at this time, if the situation continues to worsen ahead of training camp, moving on is not out of the cards.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported this week that the San Francisco 49ers "have no desire" to trade receiver Jauan Jennings.
T.J. Watt's contract dispute with the Pittsburgh Steelers intensifies as he seeks a record-breaking deal before his current contract expires in 2026.