Steelers acquire Tyreek Hill in exchange for standout pass rusher in wild trade prediction
Last week, Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski created several trade package predictions for the Miami Dolphins superstar wideout — and the Pittsburgh Steelers were one of just four teams to make the list, trading away one of their most underrated pass rushers and some Day 3 picks in exchange for Hill.
Here are the full details of Sobleski's projected trade package:
Steelers receive:
Dolphins receive:
It's worth noting that this trade prediction was created before edge rusher Matthew Judon signed with Miami, but Herbig's value as one of the league's most efficient pass rushers — supported by stats and analytics — could certainly be of value on the trade market.
While many speculate Hill's days as a Dolphin could be over sooner rather than later, it's unlikely the Steelers chance adding a disgruntled wide receiver after shipping away the incredibly erratic George Pickens just a few months ago.
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