In Pittsburgh, fans are buzzing about the future of linebacker T.J. Watt amid ongoing talks regarding his contract situation. Recently, Mark Kaboly, who covers the Steelers, stirred the pot with comments suggesting there may be discussions about Watt’s trade value. However, he cleared up confusion by stating, “there has been no inquiries made to other teams about trading Watt.”
While on air, Kaboly sparked curiosity when he hinted that the Steelers were looking into what they might get in exchange for Watt, throwing in the idea of “due diligence.” This means the Steelers are probably trying to gauge how much Watt could fetch if they were to consider a trade, but they have not reached out formally to other teams yet.
Interestingly, the reports from last month indicated that the team had “no intention” of trading Watt. This wording, while reassuring to some, does not completely rule out the possibility. It reminds fans of how other teams, like the Chiefs with Patrick Mahomes or the Bills with Josh Allen, could say something similar yet still make trades happen. The fact remains, if any discussions arise, it will take a lot to convince the Steelers to part ways with their star linebacker.
One key point to consider is the contract situation. The Steelers may want to keep Watt, but they also must be prepared for his financial demands. If trade talks do gain traction, they will need to find an arrangement that satisfies both Watt and the team.
As the season approaches, the contract resolution will be crucial. With Pittsburgh set to kick off the season against the Jets, many fans are left wondering whether the team can keep Watt and also meet his salary expectations. In the end, it could all come down to this: will Watt accept the best deal the Steelers are willing to present before the start of the regular season? Only time will tell as the situation unfolds.
