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Steelers Avoid Chris Godwin Trade Target
Steelers skip expensive WR Chris Godwin to avoid trade deadline risks.
In brief
Steelers skip expensive WR Chris Godwin to avoid trade deadline risks. Steelers avoid trading Chris Godwin due to his costly contract and injury history. Originally reported by Pittsburgh Steelers On SI.
Steelers Add Veteran WR
Pittsburgh Steelers added veteran Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad.
MVS Likely Elevation
Steelers will elevate Marquez Valdes-Scantling to active roster soon.
Trade Target Debate
Some believe Steelers should trade Chris Godwin despite his current health.
Godwin's Contract Issue
Godwin's contract runs through 2027 with $30 million cap hit for 2026 and 2027.
Dead Cap Hit
Godwin has $16.2 million dead cap hit after 2027 campaign.
Injury History
Godwin played only 16 games over 2024 and 2025 due to injuries.
Health Concerns
Godwin is healthy now but risks returning to injury.
Trade Risk
Adding Godwin would not solve offensive needs due to injury history.
Steelers Avoid Trade
Steelers skip Godwin to avoid trade deadline risks.
The main idea
Steelers avoid trading Chris Godwin due to his costly contract and injury history.
