The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the market for another wide receiver, and Stefon Diggs, a seasoned veteran still available in free agency, could be a fitting addition to their roster.
Richard Sherman, a former All-Pro cornerback, recently mentioned on his podcast that the Steelers might benefit from bringing in a player like Diggs. "A team with a young or inexperienced receiving corps could take a shot at him," Sherman suggested.
"Could the Pittsburgh Steelers use him? I think they could."
Diggs, who was released by the New England Patriots after just one season of a three-year, $63.5 million contract, had an impressive 1,013-yard season, helping the Patriots make an unexpected Super Bowl appearance alongside quarterback Drake Maye. At 32, Diggs could be the final piece to enhance Pittsburgh's revamped receiver lineup.
The prospect of adding a player of Diggs' caliber is tempting for the Steelers, especially in a year where they aim to be serious contenders. With Aaron Rodgers seemingly nearing the end of his illustrious NFL career, the Steelers are focused on bolstering their talent pool to ease the burden on Rodgers.
The offseason acquisitions of Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard have already strengthened the team, yet there's still a noticeable gap in proven depth beyond them and DK Metcalf. Addressing this gap could be crucial for Pittsburgh's success this season.
However, the main question regarding Diggs is whether he would be open to joining a team where his role might not be as prominent. While he has shown he can still perform at a high level, the competition for targets in Pittsburgh is steep, with Metcalf, Pittman Jr., Bernard, Pat Freiermuth, and Darnell Washington all in the mix.
Financially, the Steelers face challenges as well, with the least cap space in the league at $3.192 million, according to Over the Cap. If Diggs remains on the market and is willing to accept a more limited role for the chance to play for a playoff contender, Pittsburgh could become a viable option.
As it stands, Pittsburgh might not be at the top of Diggs' list of preferred destinations, and the Steelers themselves may opt to pass on the opportunity depending on how the situation unfolds.
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