NFL Trade Deadline: 4 mock trades that would make Steelers a true Super Bowl contender - CBS Sports

By Google News Sports · 2026-11-06T16:30:44+01:00

After a 2-2 start, the Pittsburgh Steelers head into their bye week with a 6-2 record and sole possession of first place in the AFC North division.

More impressive than Pittsburgh's record is how the Steelers have gotten here. The Steelers' defense is currently third in the NFL in points allowed (they haven't allowed a touchdown in seven quarters). The offensive line is coming into its own. Jaylen Warren is having a breakout season (and his backup, Rico Dowdle, is making an impact as well). Aaron Rodgers still has his legendary throwing touch.

Pittsburgh might already have all the pieces it needs to end its nine-year drought without a playoff win. But if they really want to give themselves a shot at getting to the Super Bowl, the Steelers should try to acquire a receiver before the NFL's Nov. 10 trade deadline.

The Steelers have gotten considerable production from rookie Germie Bernard, and they continue to get production in the passing game from tight ends Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth. Warren and Dowdle have helped, too. Those players have helped mask the issue, but eventually, the Steelers' lack of weaponry at receiver will be exposed — most likely in the playoffs.

Roman Wilson and Michael Pittman's injuries, plus DK Metcalf's struggles, have once again put the Steelers in the market for a receiver. Here are four potential trades the Steelers should try to make at the deadline.

It's possible that the Steelers wouldn't have to part with Wilson in this scenario, but if the Chargers want a replacement for McConkey, it would likely be Wilson, who had success at Michigan with Jim Harbaugh.

The Chargers also probably don't want to part with McConkey, a former 1,000-yard receiver who is still playing on his rookie contract. However, getting another receiver —…

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