The Pittsburgh Steelers are linked to several deadline targets and one name has emerged as a potential game‑changer for an Aaron Rodgers‑led offense. The consensus among analysts is that adding a reliable, intermediate receiver would give Rodgers a security valve and diversify a passing attack too often dependent on one explosive threat.
Jakobi Meyers has been floated in trade scenarios as a practical solution. His route precision, dependable hands and experience as a chain‑mover fit the Steelers’ immediate needs and would pair neatly with DK Metcalf’s vertical ability. Meyers’ production and availability make him an appealing midseason acquisition for a team aiming to stabilise its passing game without sacrificing long‑term draft capital.
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Oct 12, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks to pass against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
The appeal of Meyers extends beyond statistics. He thrives in a variety of alignments, can operate both inside and outside, and has shown the capacity to create separation at the intermediate levels where Rodgers excels. For a veteran quarterback who still relies on timing and anticipation, a seasoned slot‑to‑outside target presents a major upgrade in pre‑snap and post‑snap reads, allowing the offense to be less predictable and more balanced.
From a roster construction standpoint, the move would be measured. Pittsburgh would likely not surrender premium picks for a receiver in his contract year, but a deal for mid‑round compensation would be reasonable if the Steelers can secure an immediate extension. That path preserves future flexibility while addressing a pressing weakness ahead of playoff positioning and divisional battles.
There are risks: any midseason addition must assimilate quickly into the playbook and build chemistry with Rodgers in limited time. The Steelers also must weigh internal development options and the cost of altering a young receiver room. Still, evaluators note that the marginal gain from a veteran possession receiver could unlock the offense’s full potential.
NFL Analysis Names Jakobi Meyers as a Potential Trade Target for Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh Steelers
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Sep 21, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
Meyers may end up playing with Rodgers in Pittsburgh before the deadline has ended. This is detailed more in an analysis by Seth Walder for ESPN.
Who could be targeted? Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers. I don’t know if he is the perfect fit because of how much he plays in the slot — thus overlapping with all of those tight ends — but he’s a good, reliable player who would be a major upgrade. Meyers currently has 1.7 yards per route run this season, but that has been in an anemic Raiders offense. — Walder
If Pittsburgh executes such a trade, Rodgers gains a dependable target who can shorten third downs and expand play‑call options. For a club in contention, that kind of midseason reinforcement could make the difference between a brief run and a sustained playoff push.
Oct 12, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks to pass against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Oct 12, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks to pass against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
The deadline will test whether the Steelers prefer targeted upgrades or conservative roster management, but the Meyers scenario illustrates a clear blueprint: shore up the intermediate passing game and give Rodgers another dependable weapon.
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Oct 5, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Chris Lammons (38) stops Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) from catching a pass in the end zone during a game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
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