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Steelers receive trade inquiries for young defenders, choose to stand pat

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 11:08 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Steelers receive trade inquiries for young defenders, choose to stand pat
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The Pittsburgh Steelers received trade calls for several young defenders but opted not to make any deals ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Insider Gerry Dulac reported that the team was approached regarding unnamed players who contribute to their strong defensive performance, ranked second against the run. The Steelers, tied for the top of their division with a winning streak, decided to retain their key defensive pieces. Players like Payton Wilson and Nick Herbig were speculated to be among potential trade targets, though specific names were not confirmed.

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  • •Steelers received trade inquiries about unnamed young defenders.
  • •Team is ranked No. 2 against the run and fourth in total yards allowed.
  • •Players like Payton Wilson and Nick Herbig may have drawn interest.
  • •Pittsburgh is currently tied at the top of their division.
  • •Steelers opted not to trade any pivotal defensive pieces.
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  • 11:08 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers received trade calls on 'young defenders' but were not interested in deal
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The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly received trade calls on multiple defenders but decided against dealing any of their players.

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