Steelers to acquire WR Michael Pittman Jr. in trade with Colts

Sources say the teams will swap late-round draft picks in the deal

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a trade for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. from the Indianapolis Colts, according to league sources. Pittman, 28, spent his first six NFL seasons in Indianapolis, topping 1,000 receiving yards twice, including a team-leading 80 receptions for 784 yards and seven touchdowns in 2025.

Why it matters

The Steelers are looking to bolster their receiving corps as they aim to compete in the AFC North, while the Colts may be looking to free up cap space or acquire additional draft capital by trading away a veteran player.

The details

The trade will involve a swap of late-round draft picks between the two teams. Pittman has been a consistent producer for the Colts, and his addition should provide a boost to the Steelers' passing attack.

  • The trade was agreed to on March 9, 2026.

The players

Michael Pittman Jr.

A 28-year-old wide receiver who spent his first six NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, topping 1,000 receiving yards twice.

Pittsburgh Steelers

An NFL team based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that is looking to bolster their receiving corps as they aim to compete in the AFC North.

Indianapolis Colts

An NFL team based in Indianapolis, Indiana that is trading away wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. in exchange for late-round draft picks.

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What’s next

The trade is expected to be finalized in the coming days, and Pittman will join the Steelers' roster for the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

This trade represents an opportunity for the Steelers to bolster their receiving corps and make a push for the playoffs, while the Colts may be looking to free up cap space or acquire additional draft capital by trading away a veteran player.