When Adam Schefter speaks, the NFL world listens. But this time, the ESPN insider left fans buzzing with confusion after dropping a mysterious comment that seemed directed straight at the Pittsburgh Steelers. On The Pat McAfee Show, Schefter brought up wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ new deal with the San Francisco 49ers — and then wondered aloud if the Steelers’ front office was “paying attention.” The remark wasn’t explained further, but it sent shockwaves through Steelers Nation, raising questions about whether Schefter was hinting at a potential move, a missed opportunity, or even a warning for Pittsburgh’s future.
Over the past two seasons, one name tied to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the rumor mill is wide receiver Jauan Jennings. The 28-year-old San Francisco 49ers pass-catcher is a sought-after player in the NFL due to his combination of pass-catching abilities and blocking skills. Entering the final year of his current deal, he recently agreed to a restructuring with the organization that adds a potential $3 million in incentives.
One NFL insider recently mentioned the Steelers in the context of the 49ers’ deal with Jennings, but it’s unclear what he intended. Adam Schefter appeared on The Pat McAfee Show and discussed the incentive-laden restructuring. One of his comments on the deal was whether or not the Steelers paid attention.
“If he balls out this year, he’s gonig to crush it on the free agent market and have a chance to really get paid,” he said. “But I bring up this deal because I wonder, I wonder, if the people in Pittsburgh are paying attention.”
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Warning from Schefter?
The other, pessimistic interpretation of his words is that this may have been a warning for the Steelers. Schefter didn’t get the chance to elaborate on why he specifically mentioned the executive team in PIttsburgh, but it’s possible that he was warning them about what might happen if they don’t resolve these issues soon.
