In the Depot After Dark segment for Nov. 4, the Steelers reflect on their dominant Week 8 win over the Browns, a 31‑10 victory that avenged their earlier loss. Players share upbeat reactions, recounting key plays and celebrating the triumph with teammates. The team also highlights a community initiative, offering free lunches to fans at the stadium. The brief roundup packs the post‑game buzz, player quotes, and the charitable giveaway, giving readers a quick glimpse of Pittsburgh’s celebratory mood.
Breaking down the latest NFL trade rumors, including a two-horse race for Colts WR Josh Downs, the Bears' next move after Jeffery Simmons and a potential Derrick Henry trade.
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Former NFL star Richard Sherman backs T.J. Watt as his early favorite for the 2026 Defensive Player of the Year award, despite a disappointing 2025 season marred by a rare dry‑needling injury that slowed his production after a huge contract extension. Sherman highlights Watt’s still‑elite pass‑rush skills and expects a bounce‑back year with the Steelers, noting his potential to dominate the league again. The article examines Watt’s 2025 stats, the injury’s impact, and why Sherman believes his resurgence is imminent.
As the NFL trade deadline approaches, the Steelers are rumored to target a wide receiver, but former lineman Max Starks urges a different move: acquiring Chargers All‑Pro safety Derwin James. Starks argues Pittsburgh needs a secondary upgrade and suggests sending a piece to Los Angeles, sparking debate over the team’s draft‑day strategy.
Former Steelers slot cornerback Arthur Maulet announces his retirement at age 33, ending a nine‑year NFL career that began as an undrafted free agent out of Memphis in 2017. Maulet logged his most appearances with Pittsburgh, playing 33 games and starting eight across the 2021‑22 seasons, accumulating 106 tackles, two sacks, seven TFLs, four pass deflections and an interception. He also spent time with the Jets, Ravens, Lions and two other teams, appearing in 94 regular‑season games and five playoff contests. The news was reported by NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe on November 5, 2026.
Former Steelers slot cornerback Arthur Maulet announces his retirement at 33, ending a nine‑year NFL career. Undrafted out of Memphis in 2017, Maulet played for six teams, logging 94 regular‑season games and five playoff appearances. His most productive stint came with Pittsburgh, where he recorded 106 tackles, two sacks, seven TFLs, four pass breakups and one interception across the 2021‑22 seasons, appearing in 33 games and starting eight. He also spent two seasons with the Ravens and a year with the Lions before hanging up his cleats.
On ESPN’s First Take, Jordan Rodgers surprisingly backs his brother Aaron Rodgers as the AFC quarterback he trusts most in the playoffs. Despite a strong field—including Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and Trevor Lawrence—Jordan cites Aaron’s four MVPs, veteran poise and the Steelers’ elite defense, which eases the passing load. He notes the Steelers (6-2) rely on a solid run game and playmakers like Jaylen Warren and DK Metcalf. Aaron currently boasts 1,871 yards, 13 TDs, six INTs on a 60.8% completion rate, keeping Pittsburgh atop the AFC North.
Former Steelers cornerback Arthur Maulet announces his retirement, reported by Cameron Wolfe on Twitter. Maulet spent the 2021‑2022 seasons in Pittsburgh, appearing in 33 games with eight starts, primarily as a slot defender. He recorded one interception, four pass breakups and two forced fumbles during his tenure. The brief notice marks the end of his two‑year stint with the Steel Curtain.
The Steelers’ four-game winning streak is being fueled by Jaylen Warren’s standout runs, prompting analyst Kay Adams to label him “the second‑best running back in football.” Adams praises Warren’s dominance in each victory, highlighting his explosive cuts, vision and consistency that now place him among the NFL’s elite backs. The article breaks down Warren’s recent stats, his impact on Pittsburgh’s offense, and why he’s becoming a marquee name this season.
Mike Florio explains that the Steelers' pursuit of a wide receiver hinges on competition from other teams, especially the Kansas City Chiefs. While Josh Downs remains a backup option for Pittsburgh, the Chiefs appear focused on acquiring Thomas, with Downs as a fallback. This rivalry could determine which receiver, if any, the Steelers secure before the trade deadline.
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor backs DE Shemar Stewart, saying depth on the defensive line will let him make plays amid mounting injuries. Browns coach Todd Monken notes DE Jared Verse still hasn’t recorded a sack since the trade, but credits his work ethic and expects improvement as he adjusts to a new defensive scheme. Meanwhile, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers calls the team “right where it needs to be” after a win over Cleveland, despite missing offensive points, and highlights a 6‑2 record heading into the bye week, leading the AFC North.
Former Steelers star Ben Roethlisberger argues on his Footbahlin podcast that running back Jaylen Warren belongs in the NFL MVP conversation. Warren has logged four 100‑yard games, five 125‑plus yard scrimmage performances, and a league‑leading 6.9 yards per touch through Week 8 – the highest rate for a back in the past decade. He helped Pittsburgh rush for 200 yards in a win over the Cleveland Browns and continues to post rare negative‑yard losses. While MVP odds are slim for a running back (the last was Adrian Peterson in 2012), Warren’s elite production also puts him in line for first‑team All‑Pro.
Trevor Rogers, the 29‑year‑old left‑hander who posted a 1.81 ERA in 2025 and logged 169 innings with a 4.01 ERA in 2026, is eyeing a multi‑year deal worth $60‑70 million. MLB Trade Rumors narrows his potential destinations to four clubs: the Chicago White Sox, who need to upgrade a rotation that fell short of a deep postseason run; the San Diego Padres, busy replenishing a rotation losing several starters; the Pittsburgh Pirates, who could afford a $65 M contract to add a solid lefty alongside Paul Skenes and others; and the Baltimore Orioles, who may try to retain him after extending a $23.1 M qualifying offer, though Rogers is likely to test free agency. The piece breaks down each team’s pitching needs and financial fit.
The Las Vegas Raiders released veteran wide receiver Cody White on Wednesday, three days after their win over the New York Jets. White, who joined the Raiders from the Seahawks and Steelers, finished the season with eight catches for 112 yards and three touchdowns, including two scores in a 26-14 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sept. 20. He has not scored in the past five weeks and never recorded more than two receptions in a game this year. A former Michigan State standout and 2025 Super Bowl champion with Seattle, White re‑enters free agency as the Raiders, now 4‑4, prepare for a showdown with the San Francisco 49ers.
Former Browns safety T.J. Ward brands Steelers left guard Mason McCormick a ‘dirty’ player after McCormick’s personal‑foul penalty on Browns edge rusher Jared Verse during an extra‑point attempt in the Steelers’ Week 4 loss on Nov. 1, 2026. Verse blasted the hit, saying it was “uncalled for,” while McCormick claimed he didn’t recognize his opponent. The incident follows a prior clash in the same game when Verse swung at McCormick after a missed field goal. Both players and analysts, including Alan Saunders, weigh in on the controversial play that sparked heated debate on the Steelers‑Browns rivalry.
The Steelers Afternoon Drive podcast launches as a daily show covering Pittsburgh Steelers news. Hosts Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith recap their preseason predictions, analyzing what they got right or wrong and reassessing the second half of the schedule. They spotlight standout performances by Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson, discuss Donte Kent’s situation, and revisit the earlier Brandon Aiyuk trade talk. Listeners can tune in via YouTube, Megaphone or their favorite podcast platform and join the conversation on Twitter.
The Boston Bruins stay atop the Atlantic Division after a shootout win over the Las Vegas Golden Knights, and hosts Ty Anderson and Conor Ryan dissect the victory on the latest Poke the Bear episode. They preview the team's new Hometown Remix sweaters, preview the upcoming clash with Sidney Crosby’s Pittsburgh Penguins, and dive deep into a hot trade rumor: whether the Bruins should chase Tampa Bay’s Nikita Kucherov, who has reportedly requested a trade. The duo weigh the fit, cost, timing and impact on Boston’s young core.
The Steelers sit atop the AFC North at 6-2 but face a glaring weakness at wide receiver that must be fixed before their Week 10 showdown with the Bengals. D.K. Metcalf, expected to be Rodgers' go‑to target, has managed just 33 catches for 378 yards and one TD, a steep drop from his career averages. While tight ends Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth have provided reliable options and RB Jaylen Warren adds value as a second‑team receiver, the lack of a true WR threat could stall Pittsburgh’s playoff push. GM Omar Khan may need to act before the Nov. 10 trade deadline, eyeing options like Colts' Josh Downs or Vikings' Jauan Jennings to boost the corps.
The Steelers are eyeing a cornerback trade before the deadline to boost a secondary thinned by Joey Porter Jr.'s exit. With Aaron Rodgers in his final NFL window, Pittsburgh could add experienced help such as Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders) or Nahshon Wright (Jets). Current starters Jamel Dean, Asante Samuel Jr. and Daylen Everette may suffice, but a reliable defender would tighten coverage and ease pressure on the corners and safeties, giving the team a better shot at a playoff push.
The Steelers are actively exploring trade options to boost their wide‑receiver corps, eyeing Indianapolis rookie Josh Downs and Jacksonville's Brian Thomas Jr. as potential upgrades for the 6‑2, 8‑5 Pittsburgh squad. Recent moves by the Las Vegas Raiders suggest a familiar receiver could become available, adding another intriguing angle to Pittsburgh’s hunt.
The Ravens are trading for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Cardinals, a move Dan Orlovsky says gives Baltimore a chance to stay competitive after Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley went down in the Week 8 loss to Buffalo. Brissett could start as soon as Week 10, but Orlovsky cautions the addition won’t magically turn the Ravens into a contender, especially in a division with Cincinnati, Pittsburgh and Cleveland. In 2026, Brissett posted 1,719 yards, 10 TDs, seven picks and a 63.3% completion rate.
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