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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros, June 3, 2026, 8:10 p.m. ET Location: Daikin Park, Houston, TX Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet Pitching Matchup: Paul Skenes (6-5, 2.89 ERA) vs. Spencer Arrighetti (7-1, 1.34 ERA) The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the road today against the Houston Astros looking to grab a win. Please remember our Game Day […]
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson has announced his retirement from the NFL. In a post on his social media accounts, Wilson writes, “Thank you, Football. Love, #3.” Wilson recently accepted a job with CBS as their newest NFL analyst where he will replace Matt Ryan on The NFL Today. Wilson played one season for […]
Quarterback Russell Wilson, a Super Bowl champion, Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner and 10-time Pro Bowler who played 14 NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants, has announced his retirement from the league.
No team scored less often in 2025 than the Pirates. Of course, that wasn’t anything new. Since Pittsburgh’s playoff drought began in 2016, only one team, the Marlins, has scored fewer runs. The 2016 season was the last time the Bucs ranked among the top half of NL teams in scoring, while 2018 was the […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a completely different offense than they were a year ago. Calling it a night and day difference doesn’t do it justice. A year after falling in the bottom five of most offensive categories, the Pirates are a top-five offense in baseball. The team is second best in baseball in on-base percentage […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers inked edge rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million contract extension on Tuesday, and they have wasted no time working toward another deal done with another former Wisconsin Badger. Per Alan Saunders of Steelers Now, Pittsburgh and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton are beginning to work out a new deal. “The Steelers […]
The 2026 season could be a year to remember for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Not only are they entering a new era with Mike McCarthy at head coach, but it is also Aaron Rodgers’ last season in the NFL. That should give Pittsburgh plenty of motivation to put together a special season for their 42-year-old quarterback. […] The post 2 hidden gems on 2026 Steelers roster you need to know appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The last two seasons have been down years for Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt. After leading the NFL in sacks with 19 in 2023, becoming the only player to lead the league in sacks three times, Watt has totaled just 18.5 over the last two seasons combined, including just seven sacks a year ago. […]
When the Calder Cup Playoffs get tough, how will a young team handle what confronts them?
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a busy offseason, hiring Mike McCarthy to be their new head coach, re-signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers, and recently, extending young star linebacker Nick Herbig on a new $100 million contract. The latest move gives the Steelers a key piece to build around on their defense for years to come. Now, […] The post Steelers fans will love Nick Herbig’s admission after his $100 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints .
When the Los Angeles Rams traded for Myles Garrett, there were many winners on both sides, but perhaps none bigger than the Rams and Garrett. L.A. added a superstar pass rusher and finally Garrett is on a team that will contend for the Super Bowl. Who were some of the winners that haven’t received as […]
Cooper beat out Pittsburgh’s Dan Muse and Buffalo’s Lindy Ruff to win the award.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Ray Fittipaldo reported Alex Highsmith was not at the team's mandatory minicamp practice Wednesday after Nick Herbig's contract extension. The post Steelers Edge Rusher Absent at Minicamp After Nick Herbig Extension: Report appeared first on HEAVY .
The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for one final ride with QB Aaron Rodgers. Pittsburgh kicked off mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, one of the last steps before training camp later this summer. Steelers fans should not panic about one player’s absence from practice on Wednesday. Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith is absent from mandatory minicamp practice […] The post Alex Highsmith’s absence from mandatory Steelers practice apparently nothing to worry about appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Pittsburgh Steelers locked up one of their top rising stars to a long-term deal, signing edge rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million deal with $42 million in guaranteed money. It would have been a shock if Pittsburgh didn’t lock Herbig up, but doing it at this price is a steal when compared […]
The games don’t count, but by the time August rolls around, the NFL preseason is a welcome sign that football season is almost here. The 2026 NFL preseason schedule details were announced Wednesday, with NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reporting the game times and which matchups will be nationally televised. The Steelers won’t have a national […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have confirmed the reason behind Alex Highsmith's absence from mandatory minicamp.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for 2026 to be the final season with legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers. In his age-43 season, Rodgers is looking to make one final statement in his storied career. If he can, it doesn’t seem like it would shock anyone associated with the NFL, especially Rodgers’ old 2005 NFL Draft mate, Alex […] The post Alex Smith Shares Thoughts on Legacy of Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers appeared first on HEAVY .
The Pittsburgh Steelers had plenty to celebrate this week after locking up one of their defensive cornerstones for the foreseeable future. But just one day after announcing a lucrative extension for outside linebacker Nick Herbig, another key pass rusher was notably absent from mandatory minicamp. According to Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Steelers edge […]
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The Pittsburgh Steelers gave a massive vote of confidence to 4th year linebacker Nick Herbig after rewarding him with a 4-year $100 million contract. While the team can celebrate by locking up one of its young stars long term, another one of its young players, Joey Porter Jr., is angling for a lucrative extension of […] The post Steelers Star Believes He’s “Owed” New Contract After Nick Herbig’s $100M Extension appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Cleveland Browns did not consider a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles before sending star defender Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams, Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot reported Wednesday.
It seems likely that the Pittsburgh Penguins approach to the unrestricted free agent market is going to be very similar to what it was in the summer of 2025, especially given the lack of truly high-end players that will be available in that market. That is also a very, very good thing if it plays […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers should trade veteran quarterback Mason Rudolph this offseason, an NFL analyst suggests. The post Steelers Urged to Make Final Decision on Mason Rudolph’s Future appeared first on HEAVY .
Former Buffalo Bills safety Darnell Savage signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, boosting their secondary with a veteran presence. The post Ex-Bills Safety Lands With Conference Rival in Offseason Move appeared first on HEAVY .