Colts Trade Pittman to Steelers for Draft Picks

0:00On March 9, the Indianapolis Colts have traded wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a swap of late-round draft picks. NFL insiders broke the news on Monday, marking a quick roster shake-up for both teams. This move follows the Colts resigning Alec Pierce to a massive $116 million deal, while they also have Josh Downs locked in at. Receiver. That made Pittman expendable despite his steady production. But Pittman put up solid numbers last season with 80 catches, 784 yards, and 7 touchdowns proving he's still a reliable veteran option. Steelers fans see this as a low-cost boost to their thin receiving group. As part of the deal, Pittman is signing a new 3-year contract worth $59 million, setting him up as an immediate starter-in, Pittsburgh's offense next year. With training camps on the horizon, this trade gives the Steelers another proven target for their quarterback, while the Colts pivot to their younger receivers.