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Oct 23, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) catches the football over Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Arthur Maulet (35) during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are heating things up in NFL trade rumors as they become a suitor for Miami Dolphins All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill. With Steelers wideout\u00a0George Pickens<\/a>\u00a0embroiled in some trade speculation of his own, could a seismic shift in Pittsburgh\u2019s receiving corps be on the horizon?<\/p>\n

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Tyreek Hill\u2019s Uncertain Future in Miami<\/h2>\n

The future of Tyreek Hill with the Miami Dolphins has taken a dramatic turn in the wake of this season-ending loss to the New York Jets. There was little that Hill disguised afterward.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m out,\u201d Hill said, via the Miami Herald. \u201cThis is my first time not being in the playoffs, and for me, I\u2019ve just got to do what\u2019s best for me and my family\u2026 If that\u2019s here, or wherever the case may be, I\u2019m opening that door for myself.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Hill later took to X and posted a very heartfelt goodbye to Dolphins fans, thanking \u201cFin Nation\u201d for their support. His profile picture on the site now features him photoshopped into Antonio Brown\u2019s infamous exit from MetLife Stadium, pouring fuel onto the fire of speculation.<\/p>\n

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Tyreek Hill has a new profile picture\u2026.\u00a0https:\/\/t.co\/7i98pMYING<\/a>\u00a0pic.twitter.com\/6klXvpkMWp<\/a><\/p>\n

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With Hill signed with Miami through 2026, it would seem a trade is likely pending an onslaught of league-wide interest with several franchises positioned as strong potential suitors.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Steelers Among Frontrunners for Hill<\/h2>\n
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Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) on the field before the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One sportsbook has the Steelers tied with the Washington Commanders for the second-best odds of landing Hill, with the Los Angeles Chargers as the current favorites. Other contenders include the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, and Baltimore Ravens.<\/p>\n

<\/span>An acquisition of Hill would fill the most significant need for Pittsburgh\u2019s deep threat to complement their offense. Pair him with George Pickens, and the Steelers might have one of the more dynamic receiving duos in the league, assuming Pittsburgh doesn\u2019t trade him as rumored.<\/p>\n

The question, though, is whether Hill will find Pittsburgh an attractive destination. Given the quarterback situation, which has been unstable, the tandem of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields hasn\u2019t found consistency, so Hill might be wary of joining the team. The Chargers and Commanders stand a better chance with franchise quarterbacks Justin Herbert and Jayden Daniels, respectively.<\/p>\n

The George Pickens Factor<\/h2>\n
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Dec 25, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) reacts after a Kansas City Chiefs penalty during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Meanwhile, George Pickens\u2019 future in Pittsburgh was questioned with reports of growing tension between the wide receiver and the organization. Head coach Mike Tomlin even voiced frustration over Pickens\u2019 behavior publicly, adding to speculation that a blockbuster trade for Hill could get done.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/span>NFL insider Mike Florio recently framed the situation between Pickens and the Steelers as inching toward \u201cmutual-divorce territory.\u201d Should the Steelers package Pickens in a deal, that scenario might get Pittsburgh what it wants: Hill\u2019s services.<\/p>\n

Hill\u2019s Legacy and What He Brings to Pittsburgh<\/h2>\n
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Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) returns punt during the first half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With Tyreek Hill\u2019s speed, he is considered one of the most electrifying players in the NFL. An eight-time Pro Bowler and a five-time All-Pro selection, the 11,000-yard career receiver with 82 touchdowns has been one of the league\u2019s most important deep threats for quite a while.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Adding Hill to the Steelers would infuse new life into their offense and mark a recommitment to contending for championships. The explosiveness of Hill could create opportunities for other playmakers and raise Pittsburgh\u2019s offensive ceiling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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