Pittsburgh Steelers Eye Trade for Brandon Aiyuk
The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently exploring the possibility of trading for Brandon Aiyuk, a wide receiver from the San Francisco 49ers. However, before any deal can be finalized, there are several factors that need to be addressed.
One of the main hurdles in the trade process is meeting the 49ers’ demands. Reports indicate that San Francisco is seeking a second-round and a third-round draft pick in return for Aiyuk. On the other hand, the Steelers have shown hesitance to meet this asking price, which could make negotiations more complicated.
In addition to the trade details, both Aiyuk and the Steelers will need to come to an agreement on a contract. The Steelers have proposed a contract that is reportedly around $28 million per year, aligning with what other receivers have fetched this offseason. If Aiyuk were to accept this offer, it would place him among the highest-paid receivers in the league, tied for the sixth-highest average annual value (AAV) at his position.
Aiyuk has expressed a desire to join the Steelers, which could play a role in pushing negotiations forward. However, with the 49ers holding firm on their asking price, it remains uncertain where things will lead. The Steelers, despite having a Super Bowl-winning head coach, have not enjoyed the same success as the 49ers in recent seasons, which could factor into Aiyuk’s decision making.
As of now, movement on the trade front has been quiet. With the NFL season still weeks away, both teams and the player will have to navigate a tricky path to finalize any agreement. The coming days and weeks will be critical in determining whether Aiyuk will don the black and gold this upcoming season.
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