First year under HC Mike McCarthy after Mike Tomlin's resignation. Won AFC North at 10-7 in 2025 but lost in Wild Card round to Houston.
| Round 1 | #21 |
| Round 2 | #53 |
| Round 3 | #76 (from Cowboys), #85, #99 |
| Round 4 | #121, #135 |
| Round 5 | #161 |
| Round 6 | #216 |
| Round 7 | #224 (from Saints), #230 (from Colts), #237 |
Acquired 3rd-round pick (76th overall) from Dallas Cowboys in George Pickens trade. Received 4 compensatory picks (3rd, 4th, 6th, 6th). Traded a 6th-round pick to Indianapolis for Michael Pittman Jr. (received 7th back). Also hold a 7th from Saints via Patriots.
Critical Needs
Starting LG Isaac Seumalo signed a 3-year, $31.5M deal with Arizona, leaving a massive hole at left guard.
Important Needs
Traded for Michael Pittman Jr.
LT Broderick Jones had spinal fusion surgery after a Week 12 neck injury and his 2026 availability is uncertain.
Lost Kyle Dugger, Jabrill Peppers, and Chuck Clark in free agency.
Aaron Rodgers (42) is an unsigned free agent who hasn't committed to playing in 2026.
Depth Needs
Cameron Heyward was extended for another year and was a 2nd-team All-Pro in 2025, but he's approaching his late 30s.
Released Jonnu Smith ($7M cap savings) and lost Connor Heyward (signed with Las Vegas).
- Lost LG Isaac Seumalo to Arizona Cardinals (3yr/$31.5M) — creates critical IOL need
- Traded for WR Michael Pittman Jr. from Indianapolis (3yr/$59M extension) — WR2 addressed, but still need WR3
- Signed CB Jamel Dean (3yr/$36.75M from Tampa Bay) — CB2 addressed, no longer tier 1 need
- Signed RB Rico Dowdle (2yr/$12.25M) — replaces Kenneth Gainwell, RB no longer a top need
- Signed S Jaquan Brisker (1yr/$5.5M from Chicago) — significant safety addition, reduces S urgency
Under new HC Mike McCarthy, Pittsburgh is shifting to a more pass-heavy, WR-centric offense compared to Arthur Smith's run-first approach. Full scheme analysis →
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