The Garrett Wilson-to-Pittsburgh chatter may have picked up steam, but Adam Schefter isn’t buying it.
As the NFL trade deadline gets closer, the Steelers have been linked to a handful of wide receiver options, and Wilson’s name surfaced as one possible answer for a team looking to add another pass-catching threat. That idea got extra attention because of Wilson’s connection to Aaron Rodgers, who spent two seasons with the Jets in 2023 and 2024.
Schefter shut that down on his podcast Tuesday.
“I was told last week; no way they trade him.” Schefter said on his podcast Tuesday.
He also pushed back on the idea that the Rodgers link makes a reunion likely.
“I don’t think people know that full relationship there. I don’t know that that would work.
That’s not happening. Garrett Wilson’s not being traded to Pittsburgh.”
The speculation had gained traction after NFL insider Jason La Canfora suggested the Steelers could be aggressive before the Nov. 10 trade deadline and chase another playmaker. Wilson was mentioned alongside DK Metcalf as a possible fit for Pittsburgh’s passing game.
But there are obvious reasons the Jets would be reluctant to move him. Wilson signed a four-year, $130 million contract extension in 2025 and remains a key part of New York’s long-term plans. He also has not asked for a trade, even with the Jets struggling this season.
Pittsburgh enters its bye week at 6-2 and in a strong spot in the AFC North. The Steelers could still look for ways to upgrade their receiving room as they try to make a real postseason push, but Wilson does not appear to be one of the options.
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