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NFL Trade Rumor: Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills emerge as top landing spots for Pittsburgh Steelers' $68M star.(Image via X)
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ star player Alex Highsmith has been a regular name in the trade market ever since the team signed a $100 million deal with Nick Herbig. Amid all the mess, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Buffalo Bills have emerged as top landing spots for the star player.
| Category | Details |
| Player | Alex Highsmith |
| Current Team | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| Rumored Teams | San Francisco 49ers, Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills |
| Contract Status | Entering the second-to-last year of a 4-year, $68M extension (No guaranteed money remaining) |
| Salary Cap Hit (New Team) | $14.5 Million (Acquiring team inherits his non-guaranteed base salary for the year) |
| Trade Likelihood | Moderate-to-High |
| Latest Insider Update | Listed as a realistic trade candidate due to the massive $100 Million extension given to rising star Nick Herbig |
| Potential Return | Mid-round Draft Pick (Steelers expected to net a 2nd or 3rd-round selection for a proven starter) |
Which teams are interested in Alex Highsmith?
Over the last few weeks, while a number of rival teams have been linked to Alex Highsmith, the Philadelphia Eagles, the Buffalo Bills, the Washington Commanders and the San Francisco 49ers have been reportedly eyeing him, as per NFL insiders.
What are insiders saying about the trade rumors?
A few hours ago, Sportsboom’s popular NFL insider J.L. Canfora noted in a recent report, “But linebacker Alex Highsmith could end up being the one to go at some point this summer or fall.”Sportsboom’s popular NFL insider J.L. Canfora added, "Highsmith has flashed strong pass-rush potential in the past, but has been unable to get home consistently…”Sportsboom’s popular NFL insider J.L. Canfora continued, “Getting with new coaches in a new scheme could help, and several teams were at least monitoring the Garrett situation, league sources pointed to Washington, Philadelphia, Buffalo and San Francisco, who could well end up suitors for Highsmith."
Sportsboom’s popular NFL insider J.L. Canfora noted, “Highsmith’s name is going to crop up in trade inquiries and rumblings into the season, and the recent extension speaks to Herbig having a chance to prove to be a far more consistent force in their defense under a new coaching staff.”
Contract details and salary cap implications
As per Sportsrac, for the Pittsburgh Steelers, trading Alex Highsmith before the new season begins would immediately clear up his $14.5 million base salary from the team’s books.This would help the Pittsburgh Steelers to generate a whopping $8.9 million in immediate cap savings. But trading Alex Highsmith will also lead to the Pittsburgh Steelers absorbing $11.2 million dead cap hit for the year.For the team trading for Alex Highsmith, the team wouldthe acquiring team would get him for a bargain $14.5 million hit with zero guaranteed money left on his deal.
How could the trade impact the teams?
For the Pittsburgh Steelers, trading Alex Highsmith would hand the starting job to star Nick Herbig and free up $8.9 million in cash.For the Buffalo Bills, trading for Alex Highsmith would give the team a proven star defender to maximize their Super Bowl chances by finally giving Josh Allen elite defensive support.For the Philadelphia Eagles, trading for Alex Highsmith is relatively affordable for the team.
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