US EditionRay Fittipaldo: A look beyond the smokescreens at Steelers' offseason plan
- The Pittsburgh Steelers, led by general manager Omar Khan, executed key moves in the 2025 offseason including trading for receiver DK Metcalf and drafting seven players.
- This offseason followed a strategic evaluation of the team's recent receiving corps weaknesses and draft prospects amid a deep defensive linemen class and limited cornerback depth.
- The Steelers exchanged a second-round draft pick to obtain DK Metcalf from Seattle and rewarded him with a lucrative $150 million deal. They also bolstered their defense by signing experienced cornerback Darius Slay Jr. To a one-year contract worth $10 million.
- Head coach Mike Tomlin noted, "It's a game to be played," emphasizing draft value and flexibility, while Khan stressed the importance of knowing draft prospects and flexible roster planning.
- Their approach suggests a proactive, adaptive offseason plan balancing veteran acquisitions and high-value draft picks to address positional needs and build roster depth.
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A look beyond the smokescreens at Steelers' offseason plan
Mike Tomlin is not afraid to put up a smokescreen or two during the pre-draft process to keep the other 31 teams guessing. Remember his flirtation with Malik Willis a few years ago, when he had the football world convinced…
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Ray Fittipaldo: A look beyond the smokescreens at Steelers' offseason plan
Mike Tomlin is not afraid to put up a smokescreen or two during the pre-draft process to keep the other 31 teams guessing. Remember his flirtation with...
Beat Writer Believes Steelers’ CB Room Will Be ‘Worse’ In 2025
The Pittsburgh Steelers made several improvements to their roster this offseason. While they’re still waiting on QB Aaron Rodgers, they shored up other positions like defensive line, wide receiver, and running back. However, their roster is far from perfect. And Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette believes the Steelers’ cornerbacks room will be worse this […]
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