Pittsburgh Steelers consider trades amid Mike McCarthy's comments

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers consider trades amid Mike McCarthy's comments
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Following a chaotic Week 4, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy stated, "We need to clean our own house." The remarks come as the team navigates dysfunction involving player interactions, between McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers. With the trade deadline approaching on November 10, discussions around potential trades have intensified, targeting Mason Rudolph, Patrick Queen, Jalen Ramsey, and Alex Highsmith. Analysts suggest Rudolph's final contract year and Queen's lack of future in Pittsburgh could prompt trades. As the Steelers aim to improve draft capital for the 2027 NFL Draft, the trade decisions may depend on their playoff contention status.

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  • •Mike McCarthy calls for the Steelers to 'clean our own house.'
  • •Player tensions have surfaced amid the team's struggles.
  • •Mason Rudolph and Patrick Queen are likely trade candidates.
  • •Jalen Ramsey's injury may affect his trade value.
  • •Steelers could seek draft capital for 2027 NFL Draft.
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  • 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — 4 Pittsburgh Steelers trade candidates after Mike McCarthy’s ‘clean our own house’ comment
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If the Steelers clean their house by trading some players, here's four who could get dealt.

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