3S. Steelers Expected to Land $33 Million Receiver in Stunning Deadline Deal — Rodgers Finally Gets His Guy

Las Vegas, NV – October 7, 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders’ season is slipping away fast, and patience in the desert is wearing thin. At 1–4, the team’s playoff hopes already appear bleak, and general manager

John Spytek is reportedly preparing to offload key veterans before the trade deadline in an effort to reset the franchise’s direction.

This new regime, led by Spytek and head coach

Pete Carroll, chose to compete in year one rather than start a full rebuild. That gamble has failed to pay off. Quarterback Geno Smith, brought in as a supposed upgrade, has instead become one of the biggest disappointments of the season — and his poor play has left the entire offense lifeless.

As the Raiders drift toward seller status, league insiders believe a major move is imminent. One name that keeps surfacing is a proven offensive weapon nearing the end of his contract.

That player is Jakobi Meyers, the Raiders’ $33 million receiver who now finds himself on the trading block. According to Josh Weil of Pro Football & Sports Network, Las Vegas is expected to move Meyers before the November deadline — with the

Pittsburgh Steelers emerging as a likely trade partner in exchange for a fourth-round pick.

“I gave everything I had here, but football is a business,” Meyers told a source close to the situation.

“Wherever I end up next, I just want to be somewhere that believes in what I bring to the table.”

Meyers is in the final year of his three-year deal and failed to secure an extension with the Raiders this past offseason. After his trade request went unanswered, it’s now widely assumed that he’ll be leaving Las Vegas at the end of the season — prompting the team to act before losing him for nothing.

For Pittsburgh, the fit makes perfect sense. The Steelers are thin at receiver following injuries to DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III, leaving quarterback Aaron Rodgers short on reliable targets. Meyers, a steady WR2 with four 800-yard seasons despite inconsistent quarterback play throughout his career, would instantly upgrade their passing game.

The Raiders, meanwhile, would gain valuable draft capital as they begin another chapter under Spytek and Carroll. Trading Meyers might not be popular with fans, but it’s a logical step for a franchise stuck between competing and rebuilding.

If the predicted deal with the Steelers materializes, Meyers could go from one of the league’s most frustrated receivers to one catching passes from a future Hall of Famer — a dramatic turnaround that might just revive both his career and Pittsburgh’s offense.

49ers Sign Shilo Sanders Weeks After He Nearly Walked Away From Football

Santa Clara, CA – September 24, 2025

The San Francisco 49ers wasted no time addressing roster depth, finalizing a one-year deal with defensive back Shilo Sanders on Thursday, just days after hosting him for a workout in Santa Clara.

According to the NFL Transaction Wire, Sanders’ workout came less than a month after a surprising career twist. Back on August 29, following his release from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and clearing waivers, Sanders said he was preparing for life beyond football — exploring acting, music, and modeling.

Now, in a stunning reversal, Sanders has committed to an NFL comeback, with the 49ers providing the stage. His performance during the tryout impressed staff with athleticism, energy, and a hunger to prove himself.

The move comes as San Francisco adjusts to the emotional blow of losing Nick Bosa for the season. While Sanders won’t replace a pass rusher, the team hopes his versatility at safety and special teams can inject fresh energy into the locker room.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan welcomed the signing, saying “We know Shilo still has a lot to prove, but he showed hunger and energy. We believe he can help us right away, especially on special teams.”

At Colorado, Sanders built a reputation as a hard-hitting safety, finishing his senior season with 67 tackles and two interceptions. His aggressive style and competitiveness carry the trademark confidence long associated with the Sanders name.

For Shilo, this chance is about redemption. “I know what people say — I’m here to prove I belong. The 49ers gave me a chance, and I’m going to give this team everything I have,”

he told reporters after signing.

On paper, it’s a depth signing. But for the 49ers, the real question looms: can Shilo Sanders turn this second chance — just weeks after nearly walking away from football — into a lasting role with a franchise chasing another Super Bowl?