Michael Pittman Jr. Traded
“The trade can’t become official until the new year league begins at 4 p.m. on Wednesday,” a source confirmed regarding the recent move of Michael Pittman Jr. from the Indianapolis Colts to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Pittman, who had a notable 2025 season with 80 receptions for 784 yards and seven touchdowns, is set to receive a three-year, $59 million contract with his new team. At 28 years old and standing 6-foot-4, 223 pounds, Pittman brings significant size and skill to the Steelers’ receiving corps.
Before this trade, Pittman spent six seasons with the Colts, having been drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He emerged as the Colts’ No. 1 receiver in 2021 but saw his position shift last season when Alec Pierce signed a four-year, $116 million deal, effectively leapfrogging him.
The trade also involved a swap of late-round draft picks, allowing the Colts to create $24 million in cap space before June 1. This financial maneuvering was crucial for the Colts, who were looking to reallocate resources after Pittman’s contract was set to enter its final year.
James Boyd noted, “Pittman is a very willing blocker and brings a level of nastiness to that responsibility; it ensures opponents feel his presence even when he isn’t catching the ball.” This aspect of his game is expected to be a valuable addition to the Steelers, who previously had only three receivers on their roster.
With Pittman now joining forces with DK Metcalf, the Steelers are looking to enhance their offensive capabilities significantly. Pittman has topped 1,000 receiving yards twice in his career, showcasing his potential to be a game-changer on the field.
As the league prepares for the new year, the implications of this trade will unfold, with fans eagerly anticipating how Pittman will fit into the Steelers’ strategy moving forward.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact timing of the trade’s official announcement, but the excitement surrounding Pittman’s arrival in Pittsburgh is palpable.
