Steelers' Omar Khan Has Big Plans To Make A Monumental Move In Free Agency

The Pittsburgh Steelers need serious reinforcements if they want to get back into the Super Bowl hunt for the 2025 season. In 2024, they were sitting comfortably at 10-3 with a real shot at winning the AFC North. Then disaster struck. Pittsburgh collapsed, losing five straight games to close out the season. Now, Omar Khan and the Steelers' front office must be aggressive in free agency to strengthen the roster and avoid another late-season meltdown.

As of Thursday, the Steelers have roughly $60 million in cap space, and restructuring linebacker Cole Holcomb's contract freed up an additional $4 million. The top priority? Fixing the offense—specifically the wide receiver room. George Pickens is a dynamic talent, but beyond him, the Steelers lack true playmakers who can strike fear into opposing defenses.

Khan is expected to be highly active in free agency, and on Thursday, Steelers fans got some thrilling news about his plans. According to Steelers insider Mark Kaboly in his latest mailbag, Khan is preparing to make history with a major move. A fan asked Kaboly whether the Steelers were more likely to make splash signings or focus on adding depth. His response was thrilling for Steelers fans.

"Both," Kaboly said. "Khan has always used free agency to fill holes in the roster allowing the organization to approach the draft without a need in mind. That will happen again, but there’s going to be a significant signing or two as well including one that none of us we will see coming. I will go out on a limb and say they will give a player the most lucrative free agent contract in team history."

In the 2024 offseason, the Steelers made a bold move by signing free agent linebacker Patrick Queen to a three-year, $41 million deal—the largest contract ever given out in free agency in franchise history. Now, according to Kaboly, Khan appears ready to break that record by landing a marquee free agent on an even bigger deal. It's very clear that Khan is going to continue his trend of staying aggressive in the offseason as he tries to help the Steelers become a true Super Bowl contender once more.

If Khan follows through, it would mark a significant shift in the Steelers’ approach to free agency. Historically, Pittsburgh has been cautious with big-money signings, opting instead to build through the draft and make strategic, cost-effective additions. However, after last season’s late collapse, it’s clear that simply tweaking the roster won’t be enough. A true difference-maker could be on the way.

Now, Steelers fans will start speculating about which position will see the biggest investment. Clearly, wide receiver is a major area of focus, but the defensive line could also be a key target for the Steelers. With gaps to fill and the potential to make a significant upgrade, all eyes are on what moves Khan will make in free agency.

Steelers' Omar Khan Doing Everything He Can To Get Pittsburgh Back To Glory

Kaboly believes that Steelers fans will be in for a major surprise when they see the player Khan lands. His insider knowledge suggests that the team’s plans are more ambitious than many anticipate. Not only does he expect a high-profile signing, but he also hinted that Khan may target multiple players to address different needs, further shaking up the roster.

If that’s the case, the Steelers could fill several critical holes in a single offseason. This could provide the team with the firepower needed to end their playoff drought, which has continued to loom over what was once a storied franchise. With strategic moves in free agency, Pittsburgh may finally take the steps needed to return to the postseason and once again contend for a championship.

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