The Pittsburgh Steelers have found their replacement for retired quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. They have reached a two-year agreement to sign quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, per a league source. Trubisky is likely the Steelers’ new starting quarterback.
The Steelers are signing Mitchell Trubisky
Trubisky was previously with the Buffalo Bills and Chicago Bears. The former first-round draft pick from North Carolina played in six games last season for the Bills and completed 75% of his throws for 43 yards, no touchdowns, and 1 interception. He rushed for 24 yards and 1 score.
Trubisky also drew interest from the New York Giants, per a source. His four-year, $29 million rookie deal expired in 2020, and he joined the Bills on a one-year deal last year when Chicago declined his fifth-year club option.
More free agency news and rumors around the NFL
What else is happening around the NFL as we head into the legal tampering period, which began at 12 PM ET on Monday, March 14? Here’s a rundown of what we’re hearing.
Green Bay Packers
The Packers are expected to retain veteran cornerback Rasul Douglas in free agency, according to league sources not authorized to speak publicly. Douglas and the Packers have mutual interest in extending their working relationship following an outstanding season, per sources.
Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns are not entirely satisfied with moving forward with Baker Mayfield as their starting quarterback. That has prompted them to explore trade scenarios for Houston Texans three-time Pro Bowl quarterback Deshaun Watson. Additionally, they have fielded exploratory trade calls from other NFL teams about Mayfield, according to league sources not authorized to speak.
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos are expected to pursue Arizona Cardinals veteran pass rusher Chandler Jones as one of the top players in free agency, according to league sources not authorized to speak publicly.
Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs are expected to move on from veteran defensive end Frank Clark if they can’t trade or reduce his $26.3 million salary cap figure, according to league sources not authorized to speak publicly.
New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, and Seattle Seahawks
Deshaun Watson, one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the NFL, is in heavy demand as his trade market has skyrocketed since his legal victory Friday afternoon.