Blockbuster Trade Proposal Sends Eagles Superstar Jalen Hurts To Shocking NFL Destination
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
The Pittsburgh Steelers could face a massive decision at quarterback once the 2026 season wraps up. Aaron Rodgers is planning to retire at the end of the year, leaving the team searching for their next long-term answer. Now, a wild trade proposal suggests a fix, sending Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts to Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh came into this season hoping Rodgers could lead them on a championship run. But after a sluggish start and some shaky play from the veteran quarterback, plenty of questions have popped up about the offense. The Steelers could easily wait until the offseason to draft a young passer, but going after a proven starter gives them another real path forward.
A blockbuster trade for Hurts would certainly attract attention across the league. The Eagles star has already won a Super Bowl and has the big-game experience to keep Pittsburgh winning right away. Still, the Eagles would need a seriously good reason to even think about letting their franchise quarterback go.
Steelers Could Target Jalen Hurts In Blockbuster Trade
The proposed trade would send Hurts to Pittsburgh in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick. While the package might appeal to the Steelers, the Eagles would need to consider whether the return justifies losing their starting quarterback.
Rodgers numbers this season so far show that he can still produce, but Pittsburgh has yet to find the consistency it needs on offense. Rodgers has also shown frustration with the team’s offensive struggles.
Hurts has faced similar problems in Philadelphia. The Eagles have struggled to recapture the form that helped them win Super Bowl LIX in February 2025.
Philadelphia recently traded Pro Bowl offensive lineman Cam Jurgens, adding another layer of uncertainty around the team’s direction. However, that move alone does not suggest the Eagles plan to rebuild or trade their quarterback.
Hurts, who is 28, could offer Pittsburgh a long-term option at the position. He has already shown he can lead a team all the way to a Super Bowl, which is something you just can’t guarantee with a rookie. The Steelers would also need to consider the financial commitment of acquiring him, as his current contract runs through the 2027 season.
The biggest obstacle remains Philadelphia’s willingness to make a deal. Hurts has way too much talent and winning experience, so the Eagles would want a massive haul to even talk about trading him.
If Philadelphia’s season takes a sharp turn, its plans could change. Right now, this whole idea is just fun trade talk rather than anything real. But it definitely gives Pittsburgh a fascinating option to think about as they prepare for life without Rodgers.
