Steelers Still Have Cap Space for Free Agency Moves

Steelers GM Omar Khan has room to address remaining roster needs

Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:49pm

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have slowed down their free agency activity after some early moves, but they still have salary cap space available to address remaining needs at guard, safety, wide receiver, defensive tackle, and quarterback. Steelers general manager Omar Khan has flexibility with the team's salary cap to make additional signings in the coming weeks.

Why it matters

The Steelers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season and return to the playoffs. Having cap space to add talent at key positions could be crucial to their success in the 2026 NFL season.

The details

After an active start to free agency, the Steelers still have around $20 million in salary cap space to work with, according to reports. This gives general manager Omar Khan the flexibility to target players that can fill remaining holes on the roster, such as the offensive line, secondary, and pass-catching options for the offense.

  • The Steelers' free agency period began on March 15, 2026.

The players

Omar Khan

The general manager of the Pittsburgh Steelers, responsible for managing the team's salary cap and roster.

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What they’re saying

“After a few early moves, the Steelers still appear to have some needs at guard, safety, wide receiver and defensive tackle — and of course, quarterback.”

— Alan Saunders, Host, Steelers Morning Rush (steelersnow.com)

What’s next

The Steelers will continue to monitor the free agent market and look to add talent at positions of need over the coming weeks as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

The Steelers' ability to strategically use their remaining salary cap space will be crucial in their efforts to build a roster capable of returning to the playoffs and competing for a Super Bowl championship.