The Pittsburgh Steelers have a glaring need at wide receiver, and there’s a potential solution brewing in the Windy City. With the Chicago Bears leaning into a youth movement on offense, veteran wideout DJ Moore could be on the move-and Pittsburgh should be paying close attention.
Moore, once the centerpiece of the Bears’ receiving corps, hasn’t quite looked like himself lately. After a standout debut season in Chicago back in 2023, his production has steadily declined over the past two years. That slide in numbers coincides with the arrival of quarterback Caleb Williams, and while it’s hard to pinpoint exactly why the chemistry hasn’t clicked, the disconnect has been evident on the field.
Meanwhile, the Bears are stacked with young talent at pass catcher. Rome Odunze has all the makings of a future WR1, Luther Burden brings explosive playmaking ability, and tight end Colston Loveland is emerging as a reliable target over the middle. With that trio developing quickly-and Moore carrying a hefty $110 million contract-Chicago has reason to consider moving on from the veteran receiver.
Enter the Steelers, who have been stuck in wide receiver purgatory for the better part of two seasons. In 2024, they failed to find a reliable complement to George Pickens.
In 2025, they brought in DK Metcalf but still couldn’t field a consistent second option. The result?
An offense that sputtered when it needed to soar.
Now, with Mike McCarthy taking over as the new head coach, Pittsburgh is signaling a shift in offensive philosophy. And if there’s ever been a time to make an aggressive move for a proven playmaker, it’s now.
Moore would instantly upgrade a receiving group that’s been cobbled together with practice-squad-level talent. He’s a polished route runner with strong hands and the ability to stretch the field, and he’d give the Steelers a legitimate No. 2 option-or even a 1B-depending on how the offense is structured. Pairing Moore with Pickens and Metcalf could finally give Pittsburgh the kind of firepower that keeps defensive coordinators up at night.
As for the cost? Given Moore’s contract and recent dip in production, the price tag likely won’t be sky-high. An early Day 3 draft pick might be enough to get a deal done, especially if the Bears are eager to clear cap space and fully commit to their young core.
There’s no official word yet on whether Chicago will actually shop Moore this offseason, but the dots are easy to connect. If the Bears are ready to move forward with their next generation of talent, Moore becomes expendable. And if that’s the case, Steelers GM Omar Khan should be the first one on the phone.
Pittsburgh has been searching for answers at wide receiver for too long. DJ Moore might not be a long-term fix, but he’s a proven playmaker who can help right now-and for a team looking to contend in 2026, that’s exactly what they need.