The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t typically known for aggressive trades, perhaps why the team is in the position it is, but who knows? Maybe this year will be different. With Mike McCarthy as the man now and Mike Tomlin no longer around, it’s possible that Pittsburgh will change its ways and look to do what’s necessary to win at the highest level.
Eric Edholm of NFL.com proposed a good one, and one that would help the Steelers get better for now and in the future. His proposal involves the Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh would send four picks in Nos. 53, 76, 161, and 216. They’d get the No. 32 overall pick.
“The most memorable moment from last year's Round 1 was the Packers -- finally! -- drafting a wide receiver in front of the Green Bay fans. I'd love for something similar to happen this year in Pittsburgh, capping off Thursday night with some fireworks for the locals. Let's say the Steelers go more blue-collar at No. 21, with something like an offensive lineman. Heck, the Yinzers would probably love that, especially if it's Penn State's Vega Ioane. But if they really wanna light up the crowd by Acrisure Stadium, why not swing back in for something sexier -- and very needed -- like a receiver? Pittsburgh is not a huge trade-up team traditionally, but it has the picks to make it work.
“I'm even thinking specifically about Arizona State's Jordyn Tyson, who might be the most gifted of the WR bunch but could slip because of a lengthy injury history. Other gifted receivers also make sense, but if Tyson is somehow there, it should be a no-brainer. He screams Steelers receiver and McCarthy receiver and is exactly the separator they need. Tyson's history working with Hines Ward at ASU would render instant cred in Pittsburgh, too.”
A player like Jordyn Tyson fits what this offense has been looking for and he’d help no matter who the quarterback is. The only thing that worries me is giving up all of those picks for one player. Ultimately, the Steelers would have to determine whether Tyson or someone else they’d take would be worth it.