Cardinals trade proposal adds Steelers projected $94 million star playmaker for Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals could still be in the market for a wide receiver. Outside of Marvin Harrison Jr, the Cardinals lack exciting talent in the position group, and the team should look to find quarterback Kyler Murray another reliable playmaker.

There aren't many options remaining on the free agency market, so Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox believes Arizona should target Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens in a blockbuster trade.

"If the Steelers don't find a quarterback before the season or are struggling at the trade deadline, Pickens will be a reasonable target for receiver-needy teams. The Arizona Cardinals could also have interest as they look to put a quality receiver opposite Marvin Harrison Jr," Knox wrote.

Pickens has an immense amount of talent, but the Georgia product has had a ton of behavioral issues and is entering the final year of his deal, meaning Pittsburgh may be willing to move on from him. Additionally, The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported that the Steelers did receive calls on Pickens ahead of the draft.

If the Steelers decide to deal the young receiver, the Cardinals would be a logical landing spot. Pairing Harrison with Pickens would give Arizona an exciting receiver duo for the future and could take Murray's game to another level.

There are some risks involved with trading for Pickens, as he's on an expiring contract and has been inconsistent throughout his career thus far. However, the Cardinals should be willing to gamble on a player who could elevate them into a playoff contender in the NFC.

Pickens landing in Arizona would be electric, but we still believe that the Steelers will hold on to him for the 2025 season, though his future in Pittsburgh after this year is incredibly uncertain.

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