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Another Pittsburgh Steelers player has been tabbed as a trade candidate this offseason, a former third-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft.
According to Sports Illustrated's Jacob Punturi, Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson would be an ideal trade target, specifically for the Dallas Cowboys.
"If you watched Johnson's 2025 season up close, it's hard to believe that the young back has any market value. Yes, he remains uber-talented and comes with tons of potential," Punturi wrote. "But is that enough? Plenty of guys have those same talents, but they are able to put it all together at the next level. So far, he hasn't been able to do that, and it's costing him his spot in Pittsburgh. …
"The Cowboys certainly have a need for young runners as they re-establish their backfield. Johnson seemingly has no future in Pittsburgh, so a trade to Dallas might be best for both sides."
Punturi added that the Steelers may not be able to get much value in a potential Johnson trade, likely receiving no more than a sixth- or seventh-round draft pick.
Honestly, if the Steelers couldn't pull the trigger on a trade for Johnson, it wouldn't be surprising if the team cut ties with him anyway. Rookie Eli Heidenreich offers Pittsburgh a more versatile, high-ceiling option at RB3.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers’ second-year running back emerges as potential trade target
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According to Sports Illustrated's Jacob Punturi, Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson would be an ideal trade target, specifically for the Dallas Cowboys.
"If you watched Johnson's 2025 season up close, it's hard to believe that the young back has any market value. Yes, he remains uber-talented and comes with tons of potential," Punturi wrote. "But is that enough? Plenty of guys have those same talents, but they are able to put it all together at the next level. So far, he hasn't been able to do that, and it's costing him his spot in Pittsburgh. …
"The Cowboys certainly have a need for young runners as they re-establish their backfield. Johnson seemingly has no future in Pittsburgh, so a trade to Dallas might be best for both sides."
Punturi added that the Steelers may not be able to get much value in a potential Johnson trade, likely receiving no more than a sixth- or seventh-round draft pick.
Honestly, if the Steelers couldn't pull the trigger on a trade for Johnson, it wouldn't be surprising if the team cut ties with him anyway. Rookie Eli Heidenreich offers Pittsburgh a more versatile, high-ceiling option at RB3.
For up-to-date Steelers coverage, including any offseason moves, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers’ second-year running back emerges as potential trade target
Continue reading...
