10 days after Minkah Fitzpatrick trade, insider gives his verdict on Steelers potentially adding more roster options

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The Pittsburgh Steelers were one of the most active teams during the offseason. Many key players were traded, including Minkah Fitzpatrick and George Pickens, while Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith joined the franchise.

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This offseason was different than in previous years, when the Steelers mostly stood pat. They made many changes after another season without a playoff win.

ESPN insider Adam Schefter appeared on the "Rothman & Ice" show during the week, and gave his view on the roster situation. Schefter does not expect the Steelers to make any more major moves before the start of the season:

"I think they're always looking, but I think that they've made their moves," Schefter said. "I don't have any more moves they can make. They've made a ton of moves so far."
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Although they signed Aaron Rodgers as a free agent, Pittsburgh had to wait until June to add the quarterback. He said in May that he was dealing with personal problems and waited until mandatory minicamp to put pen to paper.

With no trades looming, Steelers can focus on extending the contract of star defensive end T. J. Watt

Pittsburgh still needs to negotiate a new deal with its defensive superstar T.J. Watt, who has made his dissatisfaction clear about his current deal. He has one year left, but wants an extension before the start of the season.

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One month ago, NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport said on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he expects a deal to get done before September, even if it takes longer than expected.

"I don't get the sense it'll be immediate," Rapoport said on "The Pat McAfee Show". "These things take time. I mean, this is the next big deal for the Steelers to do. I believe they'll get to a number everyone can be happy with. It just hasn't happened yet.

He's expected to cost $30.4 million for Pittsburgh in 2025, but the team can lower his cap hit with an extension.

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Edited by Chaitanya Prakash
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