T.J. Watt recently set off a firestorm of speculation and trade buzz after his cryptic social media post of him seemingly throwing up a 'peace out' to the Steel City of Pittsburgh. If the contract negotiations are truly as bad as they seem, trading Watt—who is set to turn 31 years old in 2025—seems like a no-brainer. Here are five potential landing spots that not only net the Pittsburgh Steelers the most possible draft capital but also keep Watt out of the AFC.
Green Bay Packers
The Packers are in desperate need of a proven edge presence in 2025—and Watt, a Wisconsin native, makes too much sense here.
Washington Commanders
The Commanders' offense improved by leaps and bounds this offseason, but the team has a glaring weakness—edge rusher. Watt deserves a chance to compete for a Super Bowl on a competitive roster, and Washington offers just that.
Atlanta Falcons
Despite the addition of Leonard Floyd this offseason, the Falcons are still in desperate need of an elite edge rusher. While Watt's best years may be behind him—as evident from his poor production in 2024—Atlanta is likely desperate enough to unload the biggest trade package to acquire the former DPOY from the Steelers.
Carolina Panthers
Carolina hasn't fully figured out how to fill the void left by trading away star edge rusher Brian Burns—but Watt would definitely suffice. While Watt would likely prefer a ...
