Steelers And Chiefs Could Get A Deal Done Quickly In What Would Be A Risky Move For Pittsburgh

Moving back in the draft seems to be the most sensible decision for the Steelers in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. If the organization can get nearer to the conclusion of the first round while simultaneously regaining some draft assets, that would be a perfect scenario. The franchise traded its second-round selection for DK Metcalf, and it was worth it, yet if the Steelers have the opportunity to regain a similar pick, they ought to seize it. As per ESPN’s draft specialist Matt Miller, the Steelers might have an opportunity to trade back. The Kansas City Chiefs are looking to advance, and Pittsburgh could be in an ideal position.

“Miller noted that the Kansas City Chiefs are reportedly seeking to move up in Round 1.” “They signed free agent left tackle Jaylon Moore, but remained largely inactive, choosing to re-sign their own players instead of exploring the open market.” A rise in Round 1 would probably be aimed at finding a long-term offensive tackle; I’ve heard the intention is to position ahead of the Houston Texans (No. 25) and Los Angeles Rams (No. 26) if the Chiefs favor a particular left tackle available.

Pittsburgh has the 21st overall selection, which might allow the Chiefs to move ahead of the Houston Texans and Los Angeles Rams, both of whom have clear requirements for a tackle. There ought to be several tackles in this section of the board, and if Kansas City is fond of a prospect, the Steelers could secure some picks from the Chiefs to trade down.

Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin and Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid share a hug on the field before a professional football game in Kansas City.

The Chiefs reached the Super Bowl in the 2024 season, which means their draft selections aren’t particularly high in the rankings. Nonetheless, if the Steelers and Chiefs exchanged first-round selections, Pittsburgh might also secure the 63rd or 65th overall pick. The Chiefs hold the 63rd selection, and they acquired the 65th overall pick from the Tennessee Titans in the trade for L’Jarius Sneed. The proximity of these picks might render one of them unnecessary, and if Pittsburgh acquires one, it could compensate for the forfeited second-round choice.

Such a trade would shift Pittsburgh down to the 31st overall pick, but there should still be quality players available. This would probably eliminate the Steelers from pursuing a quarterback on the first day of the event, yet they could still address a need while acquiring another selection on Day 2.

Steelers Must Exercise Caution When Trading With The Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs have begun a dynasty in the past seven seasons or so. The lineup includes several future Hall of Famers, and the squad has reached three consecutive Super Bowls. The organization has shown total dominance, so the Steelers must proceed cautiously in their dealings with it. The Chiefs have made some remarkable draft night decisions in the past ten years, and they keep making the Buffalo Bills appear foolish during the occasion.

In 2017, the Chiefs traded up with the Bills to draft Patrick Mahomes. A year later, the Bills got Josh Allen, who just won his first MVP Award, but Buffalo continuously falls to Kansas City in the postseason. In 2024, the Bills traded back with the Chiefs again, and Kansas City got to pick Xavier Worthy. Worthy had an impressive rookie season which included two touchdowns in the Super Bowl, once again making the Bills look silly.

If the Steelers trade back and Kansas City winds up selecting a dominant force at tackle, Pittsburgh would only be allowing the Chiefs to run the AFC for even longer.