PITTSBURGH — The Steelers are trading away wide receiver Diontae Johnson, according to multiple reports.
In a post on X, formerly Twitter, ESPN reporter Adam Schefter said the Steelers are trading Johnson to the Panthers.
Trade: the Steelers are sending WR Diontae Johnson to the Carolina Panthers, per sources. A new weapon for Bryce Young.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2024
Johnson has a $3 million roster bonus due Friday that the Panthers now will pay. pic.twitter.com/dt2nF83mIL
NFL Insider Tom Pelissero says it’s a full trade. He reports the Steelers get cornerback Donte Jackson and pick 178, while the Panthers get Diontae Johnson and pick 240.
Full trade:
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 12, 2024
The #Panthers get Diontae Johnson and pick No. 240
The #Steelers get Donte Jackson and pick 178 https://t.co/2vbKLl0MMv
Johnson was entering the final season of his contract with the Steelers.
Our partners at Sports Now Group Pittsburgh report the Steelers showed interest in top receivers in the NFL Combine, which led to speculation about Johnson’s future. Last week, the outlet reported the Steelers were listening to offers on a potential Johnson trade.
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