The Pittsburgh Steelers have made strategic moves ahead of the NFL trade deadline by acquiring wide receiver Mike Williams from the New York Jets and edge rusher Preston Smith. Williams, who struggled to connect with Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, joins the Steelers to enhance their passing game alongside George Pickens. The Steelers are projected to pursue Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Chris Godwin next offseason despite his injury concerns. Additionally, the Steelers are set to welcome back four key players from injury, including quarterback Justin Fields and running back Cordarrelle Patterson, potentially boosting their performance against the Washington Commanders. The team also re-signed tight end Matt Sokol, reflecting their active roster management as they aim for a playoff push.