Colin Cowherd suggests Steelers trade T.J. Watt for first-round pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Colin Cowherd has urged the Pittsburgh Steelers to trade T.J. Watt for a first-round pick, comparing the potential deal to the New York Giants' trade of Dexter Lawrence. Watt, heading into his 10th season, struggled in 2025 with only seven sacks in 14 games despite a recent $123 million contract extension. Cowherd has criticized the Steelers for maintaining an expensive, aging defense and believes they should consider leveraging Watt's value now. Although a trade seems unlikely, the dynamics among the Steelers' edge rushers could change the team's approach moving forward.
- •Colin Cowherd calls for T.J. Watt trade to secure a first-round pick.
- •Watt enters Year 10 after a disappointing 2025 season.
- •Cowherd cites successful trades involving Dexter Lawrence and Maxx Crosby.
- •Steelers face decisions about aging players on defense.
- •Current offseason raises questions about team roster strategy.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers urged to trade to T.J. Watt for first-round pick
"The Pittsburgh Steelers were urged to trade T.J. Watt in a similar deal to defenders Dexter Lawrence and Maxx Crosby.
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