Steelers DB DeShon Elliott fires shot at Allen Lazard amid trade rumors: "He is so a*s"

Allen Lazard has been involved in many trade rumors during the 2025 NFL offseason, potentially linking him to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The franchise recently traded away George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, so they are theoretically looking to replace him in their offense.

Steelers defensive back DeShon Elliott is apparently not in favor of the rumored trade. He went on his X account to reply to Steelers Landing, who recently posted a Pro Football Talk report that Pittsburgh is considering making a move for Lazard.

Elliott responded:

"He so a*s lol"

This creates a potentially controversial situation if Allen Lazard were traded to the Steelers ahead of the 2025 NFL season. DeShon Elliott serves as a starting safety for their defense, so insulting him could be an issue in the locker room if they do become teammates in the future.

For what it's worth, Lazard is coming off a disappointing two-year run with the New York Jets, where he totaled just 60 receptions for 841 yards and seven touchdowns.

In his two years before that, when he was still with the Green Bay Packers, he totaled 100 receptions for 1,301 yards and 14 touchdowns, so he regressed after switching teams.

Another team change could be in store for Lazard this year, and maybe this time it will get him back on track. It will be interesting to see if this is the case after Elliott fired a clear insult at the wide receiver.

Allen Lazard to Steelers trade rumors explored

Allen Lazard

Most of the Allen Lazard trade rumors, potentially connecting him to the Pittsburgh Steelers, are centered around another rumor that they could be signing Aaron Rodgers soon. The veteran quarterback requested that the New York Jets acquire Lazard during his time there, so he could be looking for a similar situation if he were to go to Pittsburgh.

The Steelers made a major upgrade to their wide receivers during the offseason when they acquired DK Metcalf, but it was somewhat negated by them recently sending George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. This essentially leaves them in the same situation as last year, with one strong option and a weak group behind them.

If Rodgers were to be signed, it would make sense for them to also acquire Lazard, who has a long history with him on two different teams. It's possible that this was a part of the plan when they traded away Pickens, but it will be interesting to see how it all plays out.