Report: Steelers Preseason WR Trade Target Is Now Available After Omar Khan Was Shut Down Originally

The Pittsburgh Steelers traded to bring in superstar DK Metcalf in the 2025 offseason. There was a ton of excitement about the potential of Metcalf lining up opposite wide receiver George Pickens. It felt like a match made in heaven, two physical and explosive playmakers capable of dominating defenses. 

However, in a shocking twist, the Steelers turned around and moved on from Pickens, leaving fans stunned. The move instantly created questions about Pittsburgh’s depth at wide receiver and whether the team had a reliable option behind Metcalf. Calvin Austin III has continued to impress, but his injury has caused extra reason for worry.

On Wednesday, a rumor hit the social media world that quickly caught the attention of Steeler Nation. While most rumors from an account named "Rickey" with a dog as the profile picture would not usually be taken seriously, this one carried weight. Rickey has quietly built an impressive track record for breaking NFL news early, often beating major insiders to the story. For example, the account predicted the Micah Parsons trade to the Green Bay Packers well before it was official, as well as the new contract details for Terry McLaurin before they went public. His latest report suggested that the Las Vegas Raiders are preparing to trade wide receiver Jakobi Meyers, a move that could have major ripple effects across the league.

Naturally, this has fueled speculation that the Steelers could be one of the teams interested in Meyers. With Metcalf as the clear number one, Pittsburgh still needs a reliable secondary target to complement him, someone who can win on intermediate routes and provide a steady presence in Arthur Smith’s offense. 

Meyers fits that description perfectly and Pittsburgh had interest back in August. He is a dependable route runner with strong hands and experience in multiple offensive systems. If the rumor proves true and the Raiders are indeed shopping Meyers, the Steelers might have the perfect opportunity to fill the void left by Pickens and strengthen their receiving corps around Metcalf.

Steelers' Omar Khan Is Willing To Make A Splash

Steelers General Manager Omar Khan has always been clear about his willingness to make aggressive moves. He is constantly looking for opportunities to improve the roster, and this season presents a prime chance to do just that. 

Pittsburgh sits at 4-1 and has a legitimate shot at making a run for the Super Bowl with Aaron Rodgers leading the offense. Metcalf has been outstanding so far, and so has Austin when healthy. The concern, however, is the potential for injury or inconsistent availability, which has the Steelers feeling they could use some extra help at wide receiver.

So far in the 2025 season, Meyers has caught 29 passes for 329 receiving yards. He has yet to score a touchdown and has reportedly been wanting out of Las Vegas for some time. For Pittsburgh, this could be the perfect opportunity to acquire a reliable, proven receiver to strengthen the offense and provide a safety net behind Metcalf.

For Khan, this is exactly the type of game-changing move he has shown he is willing to make. Adding Meyers would give the Steelers another weapon in the passing game, reduce the pressure on Metcalf, and help ensure the team’s Super Bowl window remains open. If the trade comes together, it could be a decisive move that shifts Pittsburgh from a strong team to a true contender in 2025. Now, Steelers fans will wait patiently as they hope that this rumor from Rickey is true.

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