AFC North weighs trades pressure and picks | JQJO

From trade deadline calls to midseason pressure, AFC North beat writers dissected where their teams stand. The Steelers added safety Kyle Dugger but passed on a receiver, a polarizing choice given their veteran-heavy roster. Baltimore’s trio of moves drew approval, though concerns linger about thin lines. Cincinnati kept Trey Hendrickson despite a collapsing defense, clinging to elite offensive metrics. Cleveland stayed mostly quiet as Kevin Stefanski ceded play-calling to Tommy Rees. Coaches under scrutiny include Teryl Austin, Zach Orr and Al Golden, with most panelists picking Browns and Steelers to win.