Building on recent speculation about Nick Herbig's future, Pittsburgh Steelers officials are set to consider trade inquiries for outside linebackers Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig ahead of the NFL draft. Yahoo Sports insider Charles Robinson reports their names are circulating in front offices, with Highsmith seen as the more likely candidate to move. A high-level personnel executive told Robinson, 'I think they will trade one of them.'
League sources indicate the Steelers could package one of the edge rushers in deals to climb the draft board or stockpile future picks. Highsmith, who recorded 9.5 sacks in 13 games last season despite injuries, holds significant trade value thanks to his affordable contract and youth compared to teammate T.J. Watt. Nick Herbig has also surfaced in discussions as a trade option, complementing the team's 2025 draftee Jack Sawyer, who notched a key playoff sack-fumble.
