2025 NFL free agency is here! And before the action has even officially begun, the Pittsburgh Steelers have made a blockbuster trade, acquiring star wide receiver D.K. Metcalf after an approximate 18-month pursuit of depth at the position and several superstars missed out on, including 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk. The work isn’t done, though, with quarterback still the biggest need of all.

But before we get into the nitty-gritty of the latest Pittsburgh Steelers’ free agency news and rumors, here’s a few key reminders:

When does the legal tampering period begin? The NFL’s legal tampering period begins Monday, March 10 at noon ET.

When does 2025 NFL free agency officially start? NFL free agency begins with the official start of the 2025 new league year, set to open up on Wednesday, March 12 at 4 p.m. ET.

How much salary cap space the Pittsburgh Steelers have in 2025? Prior to the trade to acquire WR D.K. Metcalf, Over The Cap projected the Steelers with $61,076,769 in effective available cap space — the fifth-most cap space in the league. The NFL announced a record-high $279.2 million salary cap for the 2025 season in late February.

Last updated: Sunday, March 9 at 11 p.m. ET.

Pittsburgh Steelers trades

Pittsburgh Steelers acquired WR D.K. Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick and a swap of sixth and seventh-round picks.

Pittsburgh Steelers free agent signings

Pittsburgh Steelers free agent rumors

A hold-up regarding the potential re-signing of QB Justin Fields could stem from the need to “get past any sting/distrust” with Steelers HC Mike Tomlin following his return to the bench last season after a 4-2 start, Aditi Kinkhabwala of CBS Sports reports.
Alan Saunders of Steelers Now reports that Justin Fields and the Steelers are “not close” on a contract and that the 26-year-old quarterback is expected to test free agency.
Gerry Dulac reports that the Steelers have not dismissed pursuing outside options for the quarterback position.
The Steelers are expected to make an offer for quarterback Sam Darnold, Diana Russini of The Athletic reports.

Pittsburgh Steelers contract news

The Steelers and ILB Cole Holcomb agreed to a revised contract to save Pittsburgh nearly $5 million in cap space in the 2025 season, Gerry Dulac reported.
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed newly-acquired WR D.K. Metcalf to a five-year, $150 million contract extension, Adam Schefter reported.

Pittsburgh Steelers pending free agents

*Players listed in italics indicate starters

Quarterback: Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Kyle Allen

Running back: Najee Harris, Jaylen Warren (RFA)

Wide receiver: Van Jefferson, Mike Williams, Scotty Miller, Ben Skowronek

Tight end: MyCole Pruitt

Offensive tackle: Dan Moore Jr., Calvin Anderson

Center: Ryan McCollum (ERFA)

Guard: James Daniels, Nate Herbig, Max Scharping

Defensive line: Isaiahh Loudermilk

EDGE: Jeremiah Moon (ERFA)

Inside linebacker: Elandon Roberts, Tyler Matakevich

Safety: Damontae Kazee

Cornerback: Donte Jackson, Cameron Sutton, C.J. Henderson, James Pierre

Follow along with us as we update this tracker through the first week of NFL free agency!