PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired a top wide receiver in each of the past two offseasons. This year, it was a trade with the Indianapolis Colts that landed them Michael Pittman Jr.

Last season, the Steelers swung big by acquiring DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks. It cost them a second-round draft pick and a massive new contract, but they landed a home run hitter on the outside by bringing Metcalf in.

But according to Ralph Vacchiano of FOX Sports, the Steelers might be considering a move for the big receiver. In a recent article, he outlined why the Washington Commanders are the ideal trade partner.

“Metcalf was a bit of a disappointment last season with just 59 catches for 850 yards and six touchdowns as Rodgers struggled to find him downfield,” he wrote. “He’d have better luck with the younger, stronger Jayden Daniels throwing him the ball. And the Commanders are desperate for a WR opposite Terry McLaurin. Metcalf cost the Steelers a second-round pick. But after a down year, and with three years and more than $100 million left on his contract, something less would do.”

Would Steelers Move Metcalf?

Vacchiano has a fundamental misunderstanding of the Steelers’ plans for 2026, and that’s what fuels this analysis. In his article, he writes about the Steelers deciding between going all-in once again with Aaron Rodgers and rebuilding.

The only problem, the Steelers have already made that decision. They are attempting to win this year, with no plans to rebuild whatsoever.

If that is the main reason the Steelers would consider moving on, consider that case closed. The Steelers aren’t trading him.

Another reason to consider is that the Steelers have maintained their commitment to Metcalf, even when they’ve had easy avenues to opt out. Following the interaction with the Detroit Lions fan that drew a ton of buzz, the Steelers could have used it to activate clauses in his deal that would negate nearly half of the money he was owed.

Instead, the Steelers kept that guaranteed money in his deal. Not only was it a showing of good faith from the organization, but it was also a commitment to the player over the life of the contract.

What Would A Metcalf Trade Look Like?

Vacchiano projected a deal would net less than what the Steelers paid for Metcalf’s services. While the Steelers sent Seattle a second-round pick, Vacchiano believes that the Commanders could acquire Metcalf for a third-round pick in the upcoming draft and a fifth-round pick in the following draft.

The Steelers already have an incomplete wide receiver room with Metcalf as the number one option. Even with him and Pittman Jr. on the roster, the need for another playmaker is glaring.

There’s simply no way the Steelers move on from Metcalf unless the veteran pass-catcher specifically wants out of Pittsburgh. Until that happens, any trade speculation is just gossip.

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NEW HAVEN — A 16-year-old from the city accidentally shot himself in the arm while handling a gun on Friday, according to police. 

Police said detectives determined some time after that the teen was the one the shoot himself. 

The teen was charged with first-degree reckless endangerment and unlawful discharge of a firearm, police said. 

Police said anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call NHPD detectives at 203-946-6304 or through the department’s anonymous tip line at 866-888-TIPS (8477).

By Senator Scott Cyrway

For decades, I have walked the beat, patrolled our roads, and worked within our halls of justice to keep Maine families safe. From my early days as a deputy sheriff in Kennebec County to my time in the State Senate, my guiding star has always been the rule of law.

But today, I look at our state and see a growing shadow. Maine is in real trouble, and if we do not act decisively, the safety and security we once took for granted will become a relic of the past.

We are currently facing a convergence of crises: an unchecked drug epidemic, a rise in organized crime, and a legal system that too often prioritizes the comfort of the offender over the protection of the victim. Our law enforcement officers are being asked to do more with less, facing recruitment shortages and a political climate that often feels more hostile than supportive. Maine doesn’t just need a manager in the governor’s office; we need a proven crime fighter. That is why I am proudly endorsing Bobby Charles for governor.

A Career Built on Justice

My endorsement isn’t based on political convenience; it’s based on a shared lifetime of service. My own career has been defined by the front lines—serving as one of Kennebec County’s most decorated deputies, receiving the Valor and Life Saving awards, and spending years as a D.A.R.E. coordinator to keep our kids off drugs. I know what professional, effective law enforcement looks like.

Bobby Charles doesn’t just talk about “law and order”—he has lived it at the highest levels. Bobby served as the Assistant Secretary of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. He led the fight against global drug cartels and worked as chief counsel in the U.S. House of Representatives, overseeing national security and criminal justice. He understands the mechanics of crime from the street level to the federal level.

The Stakes for Maine

The statistics are sobering. While Maine remains a beautiful place to live, our small towns are being hollowed out by fentanyl, and we are now being targeted by sophisticated international crime syndicates. We are seeing hundreds of illegal, Chinese-owned marijuana houses popping up in our quiet neighborhoods, bringing with them a wave of foreign money laundering and a direct slap in the face to our sovereignty.

Bobby Charles has made a clear, no-nonsense promise: he will increase the law enforcement presence across all 16 counties and ensure that federal and state authorities are working together, not at cross-purposes, to shut these cartels down. He is the only candidate with the background to dismantle the trafficking networks that treat our state like an open market.

As I’ve often said, “Maine is at a crossroads where the safety of our citizens must come before the politics of the day.” We cannot afford to experiment with leadership. We need a governor who has stared down criminals and understands the weight of a badge.

Bobby Charles is a man of integrity, experience, and action. He is the crime fighter Maine needs to restore the peace and ensure that our state remains the safest place in the nation to raise a family. Join me in supporting a leader who will always have the backs of those who wear the uniform.

Scott Cyrway is a Republican State Senator from Albion and a former Kennebec County Deputy Sheriff.