LB · Pittsburgh Steelers · #56
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| 2026 · PIT | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · PIT | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Alex Highsmith and Daron Payne have each been flagged as early names to watch ahead of the 2026 trade deadline. Highsmith, who carries a $68 million contract with Pittsburgh, and Payne, on an $111 million deal with Washington, could become key trade chips if their teams look to retool before the deadline.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
With the trade deadline approaching, the Steelers face difficult choices regarding T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, and may also look to add wide receiver help after injuries to Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek.
With Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson sidelined, questions remain about the Steelers' wide receiver depth, while coach Mike McCarthy also wants more from pass rushers T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig.
The Athletic's Jonathan Jones named Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith, who carries a $68 million contract, as a player to monitor ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline.