Steelers Trade for Pittman, Boost Draft Picks

0:00On March 10th, the Pittsburgh Steelers made ways by trading for wide receiver Michael Pittman, Jr., from the Indianapolis Colts on Monday, and THE. Draftpig details just came out. Pittsburgh sent one of their two six-round compensatory picks, either number 214 or 216 overall, while getting a 7th round selection back from Indy. Reports from Mark Cavali on the Pat McAfee show, spell out the swap, noting the Colts have options like their own number 209 pick, or compensatory ones at 249 and 254. Cavali didn't specify exact picks, but it's a low stakes exchange either way. On the trade value chart, even the priciest scenario nets out to just three points about the worth of a solid 7th rounder. Fans and analysts see it as a steal for a proven receiver without burning much future capital. The Steelers now hold 12 picks in the 2026 draft, from first round number 21 through multiple late rounders, including that, incoming 7th from Indy.

1:01They keep strong depth across rounds. This keeps Pittsburgh flexible heading into the offseason, adding Pittman to pair with their young core while eyeing more moves ahead.