Steelers' Defensive Shakeup: Highsmith or Watt on the Move?

0:00It's April 9th. From kickoff to the final whistle, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. Tray Buzz is blowing up as the 2026 NFL draft gets closer, and Pittsburgh Steelers insider Jerry Duleck just dropped a hint about a big. Defensive Shake Up. Fans ask if they trade young-edge Russia Nick Herbig, but Duleck says no expected deal involving one of the starters ahead of him instead. That point straight to Alex Heismith, or TJ Watt, the duel anchoring the edge right now. Heismith put up 9.5 sacks last season, while Watt struggled big time after caching in on his massive new contract. Steelers fans are buzzing in chats like the Pittsburgh Post-Kazets, wondering how the spits they're rebuild. Trading Heismith could snag a solid day to draft pick, and finally hand Herbig that full-time gig opposite Watt, opening up fresh blood on the line. Duleck notes Watt's $123 million deal looks shaky now, with his age, injuries, and dip

1:00in play. Maybe only a second rounder if they move him early. Heismith feels like the more realistic flip for value without tanking the defense. With the offseason heating up, keep eyes on Pittsburgh. They might flip a vet for picks and youth right before the draft hits, reshaving their friend, 7-in-1 bold move.