Steelers and Bills Pursue Raiders’ Jakobi Meyers Before NFL Trade Deadline

The NFL trade deadline is fast approaching, and teams are actively looking to bolster their rosters. Among the players drawing interest is Jakobi Meyers of the Las Vegas Raiders. Both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills are in pursuit of the talented wide receiver.

Interest from Steelers and Bills

Reports indicate that the Raiders have received inquiries from the Steelers and Bills regarding Meyers. However, Las Vegas is reportedly demanding a substantial return for the 28-year-old receiver. According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, while the interest is genuine, the Raiders have set a high price for any potential deal.

Adam Schefter of ESPN noted that the Raiders would only consider trading Meyers if they were offered strong value in return. Yet, as of the latest update, no substantial trade offers have emerged.

Meyers’ Performance in 2023

This season, Meyers has recorded 29 catches for 329 yards and three touchdowns in just six games. Injuries, including issues with his knee and toe, sidelined him for one game. Despite these challenges, Meyers has shown flashes of his capabilities.

Previous Season Highlights

In 2022, Meyers delivered an outstanding performance, setting career highs with 87 receptions and 1,027 receiving yards, along with four touchdowns. His contributions have been pivotal to the Raiders’ offense.

Ongoing Trade Request

Meyers requested a trade in August, expressing his desire for a change. However, he emphasized his professionalism during a recent interview, stating, “I’m just trying to play good football.” He’s aware of the trade discussions and reiterated that he remains committed to performing well, regardless of the situation.

This season, the Raiders have struggled offensively, sitting 28th in passing yards per game, averaging only 182.7 YPG. Meyers’ potential departure could impact their ability to improve this statistic.

Contract Status

Entering the final year of his contract, Meyers sought an extension during the offseason. However, no agreement was reached. “That window kind of just closed with the offseason in it,” he remarked earlier. As the trade deadline looms, all eyes are on whether Meyers will remain with the Raiders or find a new home with the Steelers or Bills.