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Another potential Pittsburgh Steelers trade partner has emerged following a devastating NFL injury update at training camp.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Atlanta Falcons 2025 first-round edge rusher James Pearce is feared to have suffered a torn ACL at training camp. If the Falcons are hoping to keep their defense competitive in 2026, Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith makes for an intriguing trade candidate.
Highsmith, who has served as a standout edge rusher over the past several seasons, is facing an uncertain future with Pittsburgh. Highsmith is set to become a free agent following the 2027 season, and with the Steelers unlikely to offer him an extension following Nick Herbig's $100 million deal, a trade seems like the best route for both sides.
The NFC South has quietly emerged as an interesting trade destination for Highsmith, as the Carolina Panthers have already lost a starting edge rusher in training camp, and now the Falcons have joined the mix. However, one could argue that these recent injuries could actually prove why the Steelers prefer depth over trade capital.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: New NFL trade partner emerges for Steelers after major injury update
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According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Atlanta Falcons 2025 first-round edge rusher James Pearce is feared to have suffered a torn ACL at training camp. If the Falcons are hoping to keep their defense competitive in 2026, Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith makes for an intriguing trade candidate.
Highsmith, who has served as a standout edge rusher over the past several seasons, is facing an uncertain future with Pittsburgh. Highsmith is set to become a free agent following the 2027 season, and with the Steelers unlikely to offer him an extension following Nick Herbig's $100 million deal, a trade seems like the best route for both sides.
The NFC South has quietly emerged as an interesting trade destination for Highsmith, as the Carolina Panthers have already lost a starting edge rusher in training camp, and now the Falcons have joined the mix. However, one could argue that these recent injuries could actually prove why the Steelers prefer depth over trade capital.
For up-to-date Steelers coverage, including any training camp news and updates, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: New NFL trade partner emerges for Steelers after major injury update
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