Steelers Boost WR Corps: Trade Targets & Draft Picks

0:00On March 27, the Pittsburgh Steelers are ramping up their wild receiver group Bigtime for the 2026 season. They already brought in veteran Michael Pittman Jr., a proven thousand-yard receiver, to boost the room right away. That move is just the beginning, though. Team leaders plan to grab another top-wide-out early in the 2026 NFL draft, possibly with their first-round pick, while also hunting trade, deals to add depth on the cheap. Bands and analysts see this as a smart fix for a position that's needed help, especially after some young players struggled with injuries and inconsistent play. It could transform their passing attack and make them more competitive in the AFC. Recent buzz points to three solid trade targets, Jalen Hyatt from the New York Giants, Quentin Johnston off the Los Angeles Chargers, and Don Tavion, Wix from the Green Bay Packers. Each is a young guy with upside, who might come at a low cost like a late-round pick, or a bit more for Johnston if his price dips. With these steps, the Steelers could end up with

1:02one of the league's deepest receiver crews, setting the stage for a strong run next year. I'm Corey with The Story. That's your NFL News Today update, AI-powered, and always on.