Steelers EDGE Alex Highsmith drawing trade interest

Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith is reportedly drawing trade interest from several NFL teams ahead of the trade deadline. According to Tom Pelissero, teams have regularly inquired about Highsmith since last year, though Pittsburgh has consistently declined offers despite facing an edge rusher logjam with T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, and Jack Sawyer.

Jarrett Bailey notes that an in-season trade remains unlikely as the Steelers pursue a playoff run with Aaron Rodgers. However, with Herbig signed to a $100 million extension and Highsmith entering the final year of his contract with no guaranteed money left in 2027, Highsmith could become a prime trade candidate during the upcoming offseason.