The NFL trade deadline is just days away, leaving rumors and speculation surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ plans for the important date running wild in the Steel City.

The Steelers have several important areas to fix at the deadline — on both sides of the ball — especially considering the recent secondary struggles and offensive line injuries.

As we inch closer to the NFL trade deadline, take a look at some of the latest news, rumors, and speculation on potential Steelers targets, team needs, and current players who could soon be traded out of Pittsburgh.

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Ranking the biggest team needsCornerback: There’s an argument that until the Steelers solve their pass defense woes, there’s zero chance of competing among the elite in the AFC.Wide receiver: Aaron Rodgers has looked terrific through seven games this season, but it’s time to get him another weapon opposite DK Metcalf — a solidified WR1-B to his 1-A.Interior O-line: With LG Isaac Seumalo and C Zach Frazier battling injuries, the Steelers’ O-line depth has become concerning in recent weeks. Despite both starters being projected to play in Week 9, Pittsburgh should take a swing at any available IOL at the deadline.Safety: The Kyle Dugger trade solved the strong safety vacancy left by DeShon Elliott’s injury, but FS Juan Thornhill hasn’t looked all that great this season. Pittsburgh could also use more safety depth — a potential low-cost move to keep an eye on.Steelers’ trade deadline rumors, speculation

Here is the latest look at all the rumors, news, speculation, and reports surrounding Pittsburgh as the NFL trade deadline rapidly approaches.

Report: Raiders fielded calls from Steelers about Jakobi Meyers

The Steelers have called the Raiders about a trade for Jakob Meyers, per Russini: “The Raiders have fielded calls from the Steelers and Bills on WR Jakobi Meyers, but Las Vegas has set a high price. Pittsburgh is looking at other wide receiver options, too.” #Steelers #NFL

— Blitzburgh (@Blitz_Burgh) November 1, 2025Rumor: Steelers targeting wide receiver

Both ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Pittsburgh is likely to target a wide receiver ahead of the trade deadline in the coming weeks — but who still remains a complete mystery.

Steelers trade deadline optionsCalvin Ridley, WR, Titans: Ridley is being wasted on the 1-7 Titans, but with Tennessee expected to sell at the deadline, the Steelers would be wise to acquire the former 2018 first-rounder.Jakobi Meyers, WR, Raiders: Sitting at the bottom of the AFC with a mediocre 2-5 record, there’s no doubt Las Vegas will sell at the trade deadline. Enter Meyers — one of their top wide receivers — who requested a trade before their 2025 season misfortunes began.Allen Lazard, WR, Jets: After playing with Aaron Rodgers on the Green Bay Packers and with the New York Jets, is a reunion in Pittsburgh between two talented friends too much to ask for?Jackson Powers-Johnson, IOL, Raiders: A talented draft selection of the old Raiders-regime, Powers-Johnson just hasn’t clicked with new HC Pete Carroll — but would be an immediate impact player for Pittsburgh.Rashid Shaheed, WR, Saints: Over the bye week, the Steelers were rumored to be interested in acquiring Shaheed, potentially giving Pittsburgh the fastest wide receiver room in the league.A.J. Brown, WR, Eagles: While it’s more difficult to imagine after his monster bounce-back in Philadelphia’s Week 7 game, a pairing between the disgruntled Brown and Metcalf would be too great to pass up in Pittsburgh.Will Steelers trade Darius Slay?

Slay, a former All-Pro, Super Bowl champion, and six-time Pro Bowler, just hasn’t found his groove in Pittsburgh during his 13th season in the NFL. With the Steelers likely looking to make a change at the cornerback position, Slay would be a perfect trade candidate at the deadline.

Will Steelers trade Mason Rudolph?

With the potential return of QBs Skylar Thompson and Will Howard looming, Rudolph’s trade value may be too promising for Pittsburgh to pass up, as the demand for veteran backup quarterbacks has skyrocketed this season.

Will Steelers trade Alex Highsmith?

Nick Herbig’s explosive start to the 2025 season has left Highsmith expendable — potentially giving the Steelers additional leverage in a trade for a big-name wide receiver.

Will Steelers trade Pat Freiermuth?

Before Freiermuth’s Week 7 explosion with 111 receiving yards and two touchdowns, the Steelers tight end had fallen to the bottom of the barrel in terms of usage. His fantastic performance last Thursday may have ultimately raised his trade value even higher — a win-win scenario for Pittsburgh ahead of the trade deadline.

When is 2025 NFL trade deadline?

The 2025 NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 4, and ends at 6:00 p.m. EDT — with us at Steelers Wire keeping you updated on the latest news, rumors, and speculation every step of the way.

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