Steelers consider trading Cole Holcomb ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 5:05 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly exploring trade options as the NFL trade deadline approaches. Inside linebacker Cole Holcomb has emerged as a potential trade candidate, although the team is primarily focused on enhancing their wide receiver corps during the bye week. Holcomb has lost playing time due to the strong performances of Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson. However, his performance as a run-stopping linebacker reflects starter-level talent in the AFC. As the deadline nears, the Steelers' decision on Holcomb may impact their defensive lineup moving forward.
- •Steelers are exploring trade possibilities as the deadline approaches.
- •Cole Holcomb is mentioned as a potential trade option.
- •Team's focus during the bye week is on wide receiver upgrades.
- •Holcomb has seen reduced playtime due to other linebackers' performances.
- •The trade deadline could reshape the team's roster before the season's final games.
- 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Surprise Steeler pops up in trade speculation
"The Steelers are still rumored to be among teams looking to add players before the trade deadline but we didn't expect Cole Holcomb to be an option to trade away.
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