The Pittsburgh Steelers brought in DeShon Elliott, an under the radar safety, ahead of the 2024 season. He signed a two-year, $6 million contract and instantly became a hit in Pittsburgh. Elliott came in with expectations and quickly shattered them. His physical play and relentless energy made an immediate impact, and fans quickly embraced both his performance and his personality.
Off the field, Elliott's social media presence stirred just as much attention. He got into hot water with Steelers Owner Art Rooney II and General Manager Omar Khan after posting a meme about Mike Tomlin that they asked him to delete. Elliott also made waves by saying Aaron Rodgers needed to take his blank to the retirement home. That situation cooled off after the two ran into each other and surprisingly squashed their beef in person.
"He so a*s lol," Elliott wrote on social media in reply to the Steelers being in the market for Lazard.
The news that the Steelers were trading Pickens reignited all the noise about Pittsburgh being back in the market for a wide receiver. The situation was confusing for fans, especially since the team had already made a major move earlier by trading for star wideout DK Metcalf. Steelers fans were fired up about the idea of a Metcalf-Pickens duo dominating defenses for at least the 2025 season. But that excitement was short-lived, as the Steelers surprisingly shipped Pickens away.
Some rumors began circulating that the Steelers moved on from Pickens in an effort to make Rodgers feel more comfortable about potentially signing in Pittsburgh. Rodgers has been at the center of an offseason saga, with the New York Jets reportedly moving on from him. Now, he's left deciding whether he wants to continue playing football or finally call it a career.
If Rodgers does decide to keep playing, Pittsburgh appears to be the most likely landing spot. One of his most trusted targets from Green Bay, Lazard, followed him to New York, and now is being linked to the Steelers. If Pittsburgh brings him in, it could be the final move that convinces Rodgers to commit to joining the Steelers for the 2025 season.
Steelers' DeShon Elliott Continues To Wreak Hilarious Havoc On Social Media
Elliott’s comment about Lazard added even more fuel to an already chaotic offseason in Pittsburgh. His reaction was blunt and unfiltered, showing that he’s not afraid to call things how he sees them, even if it stirs controversy. The fact that he later deleted the comment only made it more intriguing, sparking conversation among fans and media about whether there’s real tension behind the scenes or if Elliott was just having some fun at the expense of the rumor mill.
If the Steelers decide to bring in Lazard, it could create an interesting dynamic in the locker room. Elliott is clearly a strong personality and someone who cares about the direction of the team. Adding Lazard, especially if it's part of a larger push to attract Rodgers, would turn up the spotlight on Pittsburgh even more.
Between Elliott’s vocal presence, the wide receiver search, and the Rodgers speculation, the Steelers are shaping up to be one of the most talked-about teams heading into the 2025 season. Steelers fans are torn between embracing a full rebuild and making one more push to contend with their veteran-led defense.
