\u201dLet’s start with the Steelers getting their coveted first-round pick and the Lions getting Porter. There’s also the layer of the Lions getting draft compensation from Pittsburgh after giving them a first-round pick,\u201d he wrote. \u201dIn this scenario, the Lions probably wouldn’t give the Steelers a draft pick since they would be taking on at least some of Metcalf’s sizable contract.\u201d <\/p>\n
The Steelers Would Win Big in This Trade Scenario<\/p>\n
Could you imagine if this mock trade proposal came true? <\/p>\n
What an absolute steal for the Steelers, especially with the current circumstances. The Steelers and Porter Jr. have reached a true impasse, and it\u2019s just as likely he leaves the organization before playing another game as his return is. Unless the organization is willing to go back on their tradition and come back to the table with Porter Jr., this isn\u2019t going to resolve with him just returning to action. <\/p>\n
If that\u2019s the case, getting a first-round pick for him is the best option. If you can\u2019t sign him long-term to a deal you like, getting a top draft choice is the next best thing. <\/p>\n
And then you add in Jameson Williams while swapping out Metcalf, and how can you not like that? Sure, Williams is the same archetype of player that Metcalf<\/a> is. He\u2019s extremely athletic and possesses big play ability, but also makes mind-numbing mistakes. The only difference is that he\u2019s much cheaper and younger. <\/p>\n So, in this scenario, the Steelers<\/a> clear out one of their most bloated contracts and move on from a corner they have no interest in extending, and get back a first-round pick and a replacement receiver? <\/p>\n Sign me up immediately. <\/p>\n Sep 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. watches the action during a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n Steelers Unlikely to Swing Big<\/p>\n I love this idea, but I\u2019m just as certain that the Steelers have no interest in making this deal. The entire organization has shouted Metcalf\u2019s praises, even after a disastrous start. Even with things in limbo with Porter Jr., the team would prefer he just play out the final year of his rookie deal. <\/p>\n It\u2019s also tradition to not swing big. And this team loves its traditions, even when they fail them. So chalk this up to a good idea with great intentions, but unrealistic. <\/p>\n If it happens, however, it could salvage the Steelers\u2019 season. <\/p>\n![\"Pittsburgh](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/01m37ec5x7fr913dxzhq.jpg\" "\\"Pittsburgh")
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