Steelers Acquire Wide Receiver Mike Williams from Jets

Deal Bolsters Pittsburgh's Receiving Corps

Trade Details and Player Profile

The Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired wide receiver Mike Williams from the New York Jets in a trade, the team announced Friday. In exchange, the Steelers sent a conditional 2024 draft pick to the Jets.

Williams, 27, is a 6-foot-4, 218-pound wideout who has spent his entire career with the Jets. He had 15 catches for 183 yards and four touchdowns in 11 games last season.

Williams is a big, physical receiver who can make contested catches and stretch the field. He's also a willing blocker and has experience as a returner.

Steelers' Receiving Corps Gets a Boost

The Steelers' receiving corps has been depleted by injuries in recent years. JuJu Smith-Schuster and Chase Claypool both missed significant time last season, and Diontae Johnson was the team's only consistent pass-catching threat.

Williams' arrival gives the Steelers another big, physical target for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. He'll likely line up opposite Johnson and give the Steelers a potent 1-2 punch at wide receiver.

Jets Get Draft Capital

The Jets, meanwhile, get a conditional draft pick in return for Williams. The pick will be a fourth-rounder if Williams plays 50% of the Steelers' offensive snaps in 2023.

The Jets are rebuilding under new general manager Joe Douglas, and they're looking to add young talent to their roster. The pick they received for Williams will help them do that.

Conclusion

The Steelers' trade for Mike Williams is a good move for both teams. The Steelers get a much-needed playmaker for their offense, while the Jets get a draft pick that they can use to build for the future.