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Steelers horrific streak extends with Broderick Jones news
TL;DR
The Pittsburgh Steelers have declined to pick up Broderick Jones' fifth-year option, extending their streak to five consecutive first-round picks without an option being exercised. Jones is also dealing with a neck injury that may affect his training camp readiness.
Key points
- Steelers decline Broderick Jones' fifth-year option
- Cost of option is over $19 million in 2027
- Jones is dealing with a neck injury
- Streak of five seasons without exercising options continues
- Last first-round pick with option picked up was T.J. Watt
Pittsburgh Steelers
Q&A
Why did the Pittsburgh Steelers decline Broderick Jones' fifth-year option?
The Steelers declined Broderick Jones' fifth-year option primarily due to the cost of over $19 million in 2027 and his ongoing neck injury.
How long is the Steelers' streak of not picking up fifth-year options on first-round picks?
The Steelers' current streak of not picking up fifth-year options on first-round picks has now reached five seasons.
Who was the last Steelers first-round pick to have their fifth-year option picked up?
The last Steelers first-round pick to have their fifth-year option picked up was T.J. Watt.
