Steelers' Broderick Jones Likely Thrilled After Shocking NFL News

It is often said that to be the best, one has to beat the best. That's true, but no one is going to be upset if Garrett departs the AFC North. He is irreplaceable and regardless of who would potentially come in to help Cleveland, the challenge won't be as difficult for a left tackle like Jones. For a lineman that has seemingly struggled with confidence and consistency, not having to face a game-wrecker like Garrett would make the 2025 campaign much more simple.

There is still hope for Jones moving forward, but he will have to show the Steelers' brass significant improvement in 2025 if he wants to tempt the franchise to pick up his fifth-year option. The lineman only has one year to prove himself before the team is faced with that decision. Jones proved to be a team player as he stepped in at right tackle for the majority of his first two NFL seasons, but a lot more has to be done on the field to warrant a long-term stay.

Part of this could be the Steelers' fault due to loyalty surrounding an inconsistent Moore, but as he plans to move on, Jones will look to embrace an opportunity to play left tackle on a consistent basis, finally, several years after being drafted. The upside of a line that has Jones and Fautanu on the ends is attractive, but it's a shame that it wasn't very tangible in 2024.

Steelers Hoping To See Garrett Depart Cleveland For The NFC

Fans in Pittsburgh may despise Garrett, but there's no doubting his football ability. He is right up there with TJ Watt as the league's best pass rusher, so watching him get traded to the NFC would be incredibly favorable. If Jones finally moves to the left side permanently and doesn't have to deal with Garrett twice a year, that is a big-time win for the Steelers.