Steelers consider trading DK Metcalf for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to be exploring a trade that would send wide receiver DK Metcalf to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for Brandon Aiyuk. This potential three-team trade involves the New York Jets, who would acquire Mac Jones from the Steelers. Aiyuk, a former All-Pro, has experienced a decline in performance due to injury and a contract dispute, prompting speculation about his future. The Steelers recently added Michael Pittman Jr. to their roster, intensifying discussions around Metcalf's role. The situation is developing as teams prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Steelers predicted to trade DK Metcalf before the season.
- •Brandon Aiyuk could be a key addition for Pittsburgh.
- •The potential trade involves the Jets acquiring Mac Jones.
- •Aiyuk's tenure with the 49ers has been complicated by injury.
- •Steelers have added Michael Pittman Jr. this offseason.
- 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers Predicted to Cut Ties with $150 Million Star, Acquire 49ers All-Pro WR in Three-Team Trade
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers predicted to cut ties with $150 million star, acquire 49ers All-Pro WR via three-team trade
"The Pittsburgh would land a disgruntled San Francisco 49ers wide receiver in a multi-team trade pitch.
"The Steelers would land a disgruntled 49ers wide receiver in a multi-team trade pitch.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 6:51 PMSteelers Predicted to Cut Ties with $150 Million Star, Acquire 49ers All-Pro WR in Three-Team Trade
The Steelers would land a disgruntled 49ers wide receiver in a multi-team trade pitch.
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 4:40 PMSteelers predicted to cut ties with $150 million star, acquire 49ers All-Pro WR via three-team trade
The Pittsburgh would land a disgruntled San Francisco 49ers wide receiver in a multi-team trade pitch.
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