Insider says Steelers inquired about T.J. Watt trade value
Andrew Fillipponi of 93.7 The Fan aggregated the news on social media — claiming Kaboly stated the Steelers were "doing their due diligence" on Watt's trade value.
Kaboly also made an appearance on the July 11 edition of 93.7 The Fan and explained there was certain information he discovered that was keeping him tight-lipped. After some badgering from Fillipponi, Kaboly added some fuel to the recent second-round pick trade value rumors:
"I'm just saying, [the Steelers] are obviously inquiring what that might be. If it gets to the point where it's a point of no return, maybe that second-round pick becomes very handsome."
While speculative, it mirrors the trade insight from Adam Schefter, who reported that outside trade interest was expected to increase after the acquisitions of big-contract players Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith.
Many have agreed a new deal between Pittsburgh and Watt gets done — but strange and surprising things have characterized this offseason, just like trading away longtime Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.
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