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Steelers eye trade for Budda Baker to bolster defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 9:18 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Steelers eye trade for Budda Baker to bolster defense

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are exploring options to strengthen their defense ahead of the November 10 NFL trade deadline. Currently tied for the AFC North lead at 5-2, the Steelers have had narrow wins but seek to improve their performance. Budda Baker of the Arizona Cardinals has emerged as a potential trade target. He is noted for his impact in defensive plays this season with 44 tackles, 3.5 sacks, an interception, and four defended passes. The Cardinals' willingness to trade Baker remains uncertain, and discussions may intensify as the deadline approaches.

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•Steelers are 5-2, tied for first in AFC North
•Budda Baker is a key trade candidate
•Baker has 44 tackles and 3.5 sacks this season
•Trade deadline is November 10
•Steelers are looking to strengthen their defense

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9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers Linked to High-Impact Trade to Improve Defense

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The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 8 tied at the top of the AFC North division race with the Cleveland Browns. Mike McCarthy has gotten off to a 5-2 start to begin his tenure with his hometown franchise. While the Steelers may have a 5-2 record, things haven’t always looked pretty. They defeated the Atlanta Falcons […] The post Steelers Linked to High-Impact Trade to Improve Defense appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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