Steelers trade news
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The gist
Steelers traded OT Broderick Jones to Cowboys for third- and sixth-round picks. Jones, a 2023 first-round pick, struggled with injuries and depth.
Background
The Steelers traded offensive tackle Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Jones, the 14th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, had been with Pittsburgh for three seasons but faced an uncertain future after the team used a first-round pick on tackle Max Iheanachor in April. The Cowboys, looking to bolster their offensive line depth, gave up a third- and sixth-round pick for Jones and a fourth-rounder.
How it unfolded
- Apr 2026Steelers used a first-round pick on OT Max Iheanachor, casting doubt on Jones' future in Pittsburgh.
- Aug 24, 2026Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team is at an 'impasse' in contract negotiations with cornerback Joey Porter Jr., amid trade buzz.
- Aug 28, 2026Steelers restructured DK Metcalf's contract, freeing up $18 million in cap space, fueling speculation of a big trade.
- Aug 29, 2026Reports from Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter confirm the Steelers are trading Broderick Jones to the Cowboys. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler details the picks: Cowboys get Jones and a fourth-rounder, Steelers get third- and sixth-round picks.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The trade gives Dallas a much-needed depth option and an upgrade over rookie Drew Shelton and Nate Thomas.
- Caution
- Jones has struggled with injuries in recent years, and a change of scenery may or may not help him.
Still unverified
The trade details were initially reported by insiders and later confirmed by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, but official confirmation from the teams is pending.