Steelers Trade for Pittman, Boost Passing Game

0:00For the NFL, it's March 9th, and here's what's going on. The Pittsburgh Steelers made a big splash in free agency by trading late-round picks with the Indianapolis Colts for a wide receiver Michael Pittman, Jr. They quickly signed him to a three-year extension worth $59 million, right as his old deal was down to its final year. Meanwhile, the Colts locked up another one of their top receivers, Alec Pierce, with a massive four-year contract for $116 million. That deal set a new record for the highest paid wide-out in free agency history and made Pittman available for the trade. Pittman brings proven production to Pittsburgh, where he grabbed 80 passes for 784 yards and seven touchdowns last season. He has 2,000 yard seasons under his belt from his six-year career so far. The Steelers needed receiver help after bringing in DK Metcalf last off-season. He paced the team with 59 catches for 850 yards and six scores in 15 games, but no one else topped 490 yards.

1:02This move boasters the passing game as Pittsburgh shifts under new coach Mike McCarthy, though they still need to settle on a quarterback. Officials say the story is still developing. This story is made possible by our sponsor, see the episode description. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen.