The Pittsburgh Steelers made waves Thursday night, during their preseason game vs. the Philadelphia Eagles, when it was rumored the team was in the process of trading for inside linebacker Joe Schobert. The Jaguars traded Schobert to Pittsburgh for a 6th round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, all while picking up some of his 2021 salary.
A great deal for the Steelers, who needed depth at the position, but there is so much more to this situation than just a player being traded to a new team. The process can be difficult, and can also impact the player’s performance on the field.