Steelers Futures Odds After Trading Kenny Pickett to Eagles

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a significant move in their quarterback room, trading Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for draft picks. This development marks the end of Pickett’s brief and tumultuous era with the Steelers.

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In the deal, Pittsburgh will receive a third-round pick in the upcoming NFL draft and two seventh-round choices in the 2025 draft. Additionally, the Steelers will part ways with their fourth-round pick in this year’s draft as part of the exchange.

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The decision to trade Pickett comes swiftly on the heels of the Steelers signing veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal. Wilson’s arrival added a layer of competition for the starting quarterback position, with initial indications suggesting he held an edge over Pickett as the team prepared for training camp in July.

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While Wilson refrained from explicitly stating his expected role as the starter during his introductory press conference, he emphasized his commitment to improving the team alongside Pickett. However, the dynamic shifted unexpectedly when the Steelers released Mitch Trubisky and saw third-stringer Mason Rudolph depart for the Tennessee Titans, leaving Wilson as the sole quarterback on the roster.

Pickett, drafted in the first round from the University of Pittsburgh in 2022, faced challenges during his tenure with the Steelers. Despite a 14-10 record as a starter, he struggled with injuries and failed to significantly impact an offense that ranked among the league’s bottom performers.

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This trade reshapes the quarterback landscape for both the Steelers and the Eagles. As Pittsburgh retools its roster under the leadership of Wilson, sports bettors will closely monitor the team’s performance and its potential impact on future matchups and betting lines. 

Steelers 2024 Futures	Odds at FanDuel
Super Bowl Winner	+7500 (12th shortest)
AFC Winner	+3600 (5th longest)
AFC North Winner	+1100 (longest)

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The trade of Kenny Pickett underscores the fluidity of NFL rosters and the strategic considerations involved in team-building. With seasoned veterans like Wilson and emerging talents like Pickett in the mix, the landscape of NFL betting promises to be dynamic and unpredictable, offering ample opportunities for informed wagers and strategic betting approaches.

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