The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed wide receiver Jakobi Meyers to a three-year, $60 million contract extension, including $40 million guaranteed, keeping him through the 2028 season. This move prevents Meyers from reaching free agency and dashes hopes of the Pittsburgh Steelers acquiring him this offseason. Meyers has excelled since joining Jacksonville in November.
Jakobi Meyers' journey to Jacksonville began with a trade from the Las Vegas Raiders in November, where he has quickly become a key part of the offense. In six games with the Jaguars, Meyers has recorded 27 receptions for 355 yards and three touchdowns. The team has thrived in his presence, securing five wins in those contests while averaging 33.3 points per game.
The extension, reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on December 18, 2025, solidifies Meyers' role in Jacksonville's pass-friendly system. Analysts praise his sure hands and precise route-running as an ideal fit for the squad. "The Jaguars are finalizing a three-year, $60 million extension that includes $40 million guaranteed for WR Jakobi Meyers, tying him to Jacksonville through the 2028 season," Schefter noted.
For the Pittsburgh Steelers, this development marks a second missed opportunity. Rumors swirled around the trade deadline about the Steelers' interest, with one unconfirmed report suggesting they offered a fourth-round and sixth-round pick—matching Jacksonville's package—but Meyers opted for the Jaguars. That claim has been refuted by some outlets. Pittsburgh ultimately stood pat at the deadline and later added veterans Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Adam Thielen. Valdes-Scantling scored on his first catch with the team, and Thielen's blocking contributed to a recent victory over Miami.
Looking ahead, the Steelers face receiver challenges. Calvin Austin III is a pending free agent whose performance has declined, and Roman Wilson has seen limited action. The team may turn to the draft for a top prospect to bolster the position.
