Trading Down In 2025 Draft Could Be A Challenge – An NFL GM Just Explained Why

Steelers front office compensatory 2025 nfl draft quarterback tradeThe idea of trading back in the first round of the NFL draft always seems to enter the conversation this time of year. It can be a viable strategy to extract extra value out of the draft, especially if positions of need are running thin by the time a team makes its selection. For the Pittsburgh Steelers, it makes all the sense in the world because of their lack of a second-round pick from the trade to acquire DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks. But trading down is much easier said than done.

This year has been labeled a “starter’s draft” with very few blue-chip prospects and a wealth of day-two players that will span well…