Steelers Acquire Colts WR Michael Pittman in Trade

Pittsburgh sends 6th-round pick to Indianapolis in exchange for Pittman and 7th-round selection

Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:54pm

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially acquired wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. from the Indianapolis Colts. The Steelers sent a 6th-round draft pick to the Colts in exchange for Pittman and a 7th-round selection. The details of Pittman's contract extension with the Steelers have not yet been reported.

Why it matters

The trade gives the Steelers a talented young wide receiver to pair with their existing star DK Metcalf, creating a formidable 1-2 punch in the passing game. Pittman was a productive player for the Colts and the Steelers are hoping he can continue that success in Pittsburgh.

The details

The Steelers sent pick No. 214, a compensatory 6th-round selection, to the Colts. In return, the Steelers received Pittman and pick No. 230 in the 7th round. The Steelers now have a total of 12 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, including a 1st-rounder, 2nd-rounder, three 3rd-rounders, a 4th-rounder, two 5th-rounders, a 6th-rounder and three 7th-rounders.

  • The trade was made official on March 12, 2026.

The players

Michael Pittman

A wide receiver who spent the first four seasons of his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts.

Omar Khan

The general manager of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who orchestrated the trade to acquire Pittman.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Michael to our receiving corps. He's a talented player who will complement our existing group well.”

— Omar Khan, General Manager, Pittsburgh Steelers

What’s next

The Steelers will work to finalize Pittman's contract extension in the coming days and weeks, with the goal of having him in place as a key part of their offense for the 2026 season and beyond.

The takeaway

This trade represents a strategic move by the Steelers to bolster their receiving corps and provide quarterback DK Metcalf with another talented target. Pittman's addition should help the Steelers' passing attack take another step forward as they look to compete for a playoff spot in the upcoming season.