Pittsburgh Steelers Insider Dismisses T.J. Watt Trade Rumors Ahead of NFL Draft
Insider addresses Steelers' T.J. Watt trade speculation
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As speculation about a potential trade of T.J. Watt intensifies ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh Steelers insider Bob Labriola has dismissed these rumors. Labriola emphasizes that the new coaching staff, led by Mike McCarthy, values Watt's leadership and performance, despite concerns over his recent decline.
- 01T.J. Watt trade rumors are circulating ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- 02Insider Bob Labriola asserts that Watt is not on the trade block.
- 03The Steelers' new coaching staff values Watt's leadership qualities.
- 04Watt signed a three-year, $123 million contract in July 2025.
- 05Concerns exist about Watt's performance decline, with only seven sacks last season.
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Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, speculation regarding a potential trade of T.J. Watt, a key player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has been growing. However, Bob Labriola, a prominent insider for Steelers.com, has dismissed these rumors, stating that the new coaching staff, led by Mike McCarthy, has no interest in trading a player of Watt's caliber. Labriola noted that Watt serves as a leader and sets an example for his teammates through his work ethic and professionalism. Despite having signed a lucrative three-year, $123 million contract in July 2025, Watt's performance last season raised eyebrows as he recorded only seven sacks and 10 tackles for loss in 14 games. While there are concerns about his potential decline, the Steelers appear committed to retaining Watt for the foreseeable future.
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Retaining T.J. Watt could positively affect the Steelers' defense and team morale, especially with a new coaching staff in place.
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