Steelers' Alex Highsmith connected to four potential NFL trade destinations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:46 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Alex Highsmith of the Pittsburgh Steelers has been linked to four potential trade destinations according to NFL insider Jason La Canfora. The teams mentioned include the Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, and San Francisco 49ers. Highsmith has shown pass-rush potential but struggled with consistency, raising questions about his future in Pittsburgh, particularly following his absence from organized team activities and the recent contract extension of teammate Nick Herbig. The Steelers may still retain Highsmith through the 2026 season.
- •Highsmith has been linked to the Commanders, Eagles, Bills, and 49ers.
- •He has shown strong pass-rush potential but lacks consistency.
- •Questions about his future arise amid his absence from OTAs.
- •Nick Herbig's recent contract extension adds to the uncertainty.
- •Highsmith was drafted by the Steelers in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
- 9:46 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers' Alex Highsmith linked to 4 NFL trade landing spots
"Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith has been linked to four NFL trade landing spots, including the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers.
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