The Pittsburgh Steelers have been building a strong foundation over the past few seasons, but with the right addition, they could be poised for a deep playoff run next year. While fans have their eyes on big-name free agents or splashy trades, the player the Steelers need to sign to truly contend for a Super Bowl might surprise you.
That player is not a quarterback or a star wide receiver—it’s a key veteran defensive player: Javon Hargrave, defensive tackle, Philadelphia Eagles.
Why Hargrave? While the Steelers have a solid defense, their interior defensive line has been a bit of a weak spot. Hargrave would provide immediate help in both the run game and the pass rush, offering a level of consistency and versatility the Steelers desperately need. His ability to collapse the pocket and disrupt opposing quarterbacks would free up Pittsburgh’s edge rushers and improve the overall defensive line play.
Hargrave has proven to be a dominant force in the NFL, and though he’s coming off a Super Bowl appearance with the Eagles, he’s also a former Steeler, which makes his return even more enticing. Re-signing Hargrave could provide leadership and an emotional spark for a defense that thrives on hard-nosed, blue-collar play.
On top of that, with the growing potential of T.J. Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick, adding a player like Hargrave could make this defense borderline elite, and with Kenny Pickett continuing to develop at quarterback, the Steelers might just have the right formula to challenge the AFC’s top contenders.
The Steelers have the cap space and the need. Signing Hargrave could be the missing piece for Pittsburgh to finally make their Super Bowl aspirations a reality.
