Pittsburgh Steelers out on trade for Pro Bowl quarterback, insider says
The Pittsburgh Steelers seem out on a potential trade for quarterback Kirk Cousins, according to James Palmer of Bleacher Report. Cousins, who will likely seek a trade to a new team after the NFL Draft so he can become a starter once again, has long been rumored to head to the Cleveland Browns.
For now, that has gone by the wayside. Yet, the Steelers also make sense for Cousins, but in their pursuit of Aaron Rodgers, they have fallen off the tracks, and seem to be all in on the former four-time MVP.
“The Steelers called and kicked the tires early, but my understanding is that Arthur Smith, being the former head coach in Atlanta, still knows plenty of people in that building and kind of got the word on where things are with Kirk in terms of his play and where he’s at in terms of his play as a quarterback,” Palmer said. “The Steelers, obviously, have fallen off.”
“The Steelers called and kicked the tires early, but my understanding is that Arthur Smith, being the former head coach in Atlanta, still knows plenty of people in that building and kind of got the word on where things are with Kirk in terms of his play and where he’s at in terms of his play as a quarterback,” Palmer said. “The Steelers, obviously, have fallen off.”
3 players Steelers must avoid in 2025 NFL Draft
Oh, the quarterback decisions the Pittsburgh Steelers must make. Will they draft one? Will they sign Aaron Rodgers? Regardless of that drama, here are three players the Steelers must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Some weird scenarios could impact the Steelers’ first-round choice. What if quarterback Shedeur Sanders falls to No. 21?
Yes, the Steelers have more needs than the quarterback position. They also need running back help along with additions at the safety and offensive tackle positions. When it comes to their turn to pick in Round 1, they should not stray from those needs.
Steelers should avoid DT Kenneth Grant
At 6-foot-4 and 331 pounds, the powerful Michigan product could force the Steelers to take an extra look if he is still on the board at No. 21.
He brings an “enormous, wide frame” to the field that allows him to occupy multiple blockers, according to Pro Football Network.
“Kenneth Grant is one of the most explosive defensive tackle prospects over 330 lbs to enter the NFL Draft,” PFN wrote. “He fits into a rare player category with a high-level blend of size, speed, and power. (Also,) his lower body strength is enough to demand significant attention from opposing offensive lines on a snap-to-snap basis.”
And here’s the kind of thing that makes any team, not just the Steelers, give strong consideration to Grant.
