There is no better indicator that NFL training camp is fully underway than a few superstars around the league holding out for nine-figure contracts.
That’s exactly what Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is doing, and after requesting a trade earlier this week, one AFC North team has emerged as a team that is reportedly interested in his services.
Chris Halicke of DK Pittsburgh Sports recently shared that the Pittsburgh Steelers have already contacted the Commanders to express interest in bringing in McLaurin.
#Steelers have contacted the #Commanders in acquiring WR Terry McLaurin in a potential trade, per @ChrisHalicke.
Pittsburgh just recently traded for DK Metcalf who is making $33M APY. pic.twitter.com/ZWXl394yx8
— brandon (@JayDanielsMVP) August 2, 2025
Pittsburgh made a huge splash earlier this offseason by trading for another star receiver in D.K. Metcalf, who they then rewarded with a new contract for $33 million per year, which is in the ballpark of what McLaurin is seeking.
Pittsburgh has a short window of contention to work with now that four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers is under center, as he has alluded to the fact that this is likely his last season in the NFL.
Expectations are high and frustration is mounting after years of playoff disappointments, so landing McLaurin to line up across from Metcalf would certainly be the kind of all-in move that this fanbase could get behind.
McLaurin is rightfully looking for a bag after posting another 1,000-yard season en route to his Commanders reaching the NFC Championship game last season, scoring a career-high 13 touchdowns in the process, and showing incredible chemistry with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.
The likelihood of McLaurin going anywhere is still slim, but there’s certainly reason to believe the Steelers would be aggressive in going after him if he is indeed available.
