Behind the Steel Curtain on Ladd McConkey
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McConkey would be a long-term investment at WR2, but the Chargers' asking price, if they have one, would be steep, and the Steelers would probably be looking to move on from Michael Pittman Jr. sooner than later if they made the trade.
STACKED’s take
McConkey's steep asking price and long-term cost make him less appealing than Downs despite proven production.
The source expresses skepticism about McConkey as a trade target despite Jason La Canfora's suggestion he might appeal to Aaron Rodgers. McConkey has 2027 remaining on his rookie contract and has proven himself as a good player with 1,000 receiving yards as a rookie and 789 yards in 2025, though production has dipped this season due to injuries and the Chargers' 0-6 start. He is an extremely twitchy separator with more downfield ability than Josh Downs (13.3 yards per reception career versus Downs' 10.9). However, the source argues McConkey would be a long-term investment at WR2 with a steep asking price, and acquiring him would likely force the Steelers to move on from Michael Pittman Jr. sooner than planned.
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