Steelers Consider Richardson Trade, Weigh Risks

0:00With the NFL today, March 7th, the Pittsburgh Steelers are hunting for a quarterback heading into the 2026 season. They currently have Mason Rudolph and Will Howard locked in, but the team wants more proven talent at the position after a tough year. Anthony Richardson just became available from Indianapolis where the young quarterback is pushing for a trade and a new opportunity elsewhere. His strong arm makes him intriguing, especially with the Steelers' current depth chart. Steelers legend James Harrison shared his doubts on a recent podcast, having dealt with the same orbital bone fracture that sideline Richardson last season, Harrison wonders if the quarterback is fully committed to the grind of recovery and preparation. The Steelers hold a stack of draft picks so they could swing a deal without hurting their future. Richardson's contract would run about $10,816,000 next year, with a team option after that. His accuracy remains a red flag, but injecting youth might shake up the offense following Aaron Rodgers' shaky decision, making this past season. For now, Pittsburgh weighs the risks

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