REPORT: Jets & Cardinals Out, 3 New Teams Emerge In Antonio Brown Sweepstakes

It appears as though the Antonio Brown sweepstakes is nearing its end, and three new teams have joined the mix while two have reportedly bowed out.

According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, it may not be long before the Pittsburgh Steelers move their pro bowl wide receiver to the highest bidder. In fact, ESPN’s Adam Schefter has provided a more specific timeline, stating that the deal is expected to be in place by Friday.

Rapoport also stated that the Steelers have asked teams to submit their highest bids ASAP, and while the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals are believed to have backed out, three unknown teams are said to have emerged in the battle for Brown’s services.

The Antonio Brown sweepstakes are heating up: Sources say the #Steelers have begun telling teams that this is moving quickly and to give their best offers ASAP. This could wrap up soon. 3 new teams have jumped in the last 48 hours. Meanwhile, #Jets, #AZCardinals are out.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 6, 2019

Teams that have spoken to the Steelers about a potential Antonio Brown trade have been told that a deal is expected to be in place by Friday, per league sources.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 6, 2019

Sounds like this entire saga is nearing its end. Stay tuned.