Steelers send T.J. Watt to Lions in Andrew Fillipponi's wild trade scenario
The Steelers' T.J. Watt trade buzz continues to rage on. Everyone, from fans to analysts, has an opinion on whether or not a deal will get done — and if Pittsburgh should part ways with the talented edge rusher.
On social media, 93.7 The Fan radio host Andrew Fillipponi proposed a polarizing blockbuster trade package that sparked intense debate among fans: the Steelers send Watt to the Lions in exchange for WR Jameson Williams, a 2026 second-round pick, and a 2027 third-round pick.
Fillipponi's trade proposal seems to consider recent reports that teams aren't willing to offer a first-round pick for Watt — a scenario that, while far from ideal for Pittsburgh, is made more appealing with the addition of Williams.
Williams, who was drafted by Detroit with the 12th overall pick in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, is coming off a breakout 2024 season: 58 receptions for 1,001 receiving yards and eight all-purpose touchdowns.
If the Steelers can't fathom potentially making Watt the highest-paid non-QB in the NFL, should Pittsburgh cut their losses and acquire one of the fastest wide receivers in the NFL?
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