Colts trade Michael Pittman Jr. to Steelers, face uncertainty at receiver
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:23 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts traded wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers during the NFL offseason. This move aimed to enhance Pittsburgh's receiver corps, while signaling the Colts' commitment to Alec Pierce, who has since undergone ankle surgery. Pierce's recovery timeline remains uncertain, raising concerns for Indianapolis about wide receiver depth. Though the Colts have other offensive weapons, they may struggle with depth if Pierce cannot return promptly. The situation has led to questions about whether the decision to trade Pittman was wise, especially given the limited alternatives for the coming season.
- •Pittman traded to Steelers as part of Colts' offseason moves.
- •Alec Pierce signed to a contract extension but is recovering from ankle surgery.
- •Concerns growing over Colts' receiver depth if Pierce misses games.
- •Colts lacked a first-round pick in the draft to address the position.
- 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Indianapolis Colts might already regret trading Michael Pittman Jr.
"The NFL offseason featured several surprising trades, including the Indianapolis Colts’ decision to send star wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The move gave Pittsburgh a proven playmaker and solidified the WR2 role the team had desperately…
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