Why Aaron Rodgers trade could affect Steelers' draft plans
Aaron Rodgers is finally being traded after the Jets and Packers agreed to terms on Monday. However, New York and Green Bay aren't the only teams affected by the trade ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft.
As part of the deal, the Jets agreed to swap first-round picks with the Packers. It's significant because the Steelers, who've been reportedly interested in a trade up for an offensive lineman, may not have to trade up as high now.
New York is rumored to have interest in adding to its offensive line as well. So, moving from pick No. 13 to No. 15 could benefit Pittsburgh.
The Steelers would have had to move up to pick No. 12, which is owned by the Texans, if they wanted to jump the Jets for a top offensive lineman. Now, they would only need to get to No. 14, which is owned by the Patriots.
Of course, a number of other things could affect the Steelers plans come Thursday night, but if a player Pittsburgh loves is there for the taking, don't be surprised about a trade up.
"We're not opposed to moving up in an effort to pinpoint someone that might be special," head coach Mike Tomlin told reporters at the team's pre-draft news conference. "We're ready and comfortable for whatever."
If the Jets are one of the teams that the Steelers are trying to jump, things may have just got a little easier for Pittsburgh thanks to Rodgers.
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