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Steelers Back Off Ridley Trade After Airport Incident
11 Nov
Summary
- Steelers showed interest in acquiring receiver Calvin Ridley.
- An airport incident involving Ridley soured Pittsburgh's interest.
- Details of the airport incident remain undisclosed by the Titans.
As the NFL trade deadline passed on Tuesday at 4 p.m. EST, the Pittsburgh Steelers, holding a 6-2 record, reportedly expressed interest in acquiring Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley. Team insider Mark Kaboly indicated that Pittsburgh "were interested" in the receiver.
However, this potential trade pursuit was reportedly stifled by an off-the-field event. A recent "legal incident" at the Nashville airport involving Ridley has "soured" the Steelers on the prospects of acquiring him, according to Kaboly.
The Tennessee Titans have confirmed they are aware of an "incident" involving Ridley at Nashville International Airport. The team stated they will have no further comment, and the precise details of what transpired have not been officially revealed.
Ridley has had limited production for the Titans this season, recording six catches for 91 yards across seven games. The Steelers are focused on maintaining their lead in the AFC North as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals.
