Mike McCarthy Takes Steelers Starting Decision Down to the Wire
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy revealed in his Monday press conference that Dylan Cook has been taking […]
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Mike McCarthy Takes Steelers Starting Decision Down to the Wire
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy revealed in his Monday press conference that Dylan Cook has been taking […]
Mike McCarthy ‘Not Yet’ Declaring Steelers’ Week 1 Starting Right Tackle
One of the only starting positions on the Pittsburgh Steelers up for grabs entering training camp was at right tackle, and it remains that way just days before the start of the regular season. Mike McCarthy was non-committal when asked if Max Iheanachor or Dylan Cook will receive the Week 1 start on Sunday. “Not […]
Ray Fittipaldo Raises Major Concern About Steelers’ Running Game Before Week 1
The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty of questions heading into Mike McCarthy’s first season; however, Ray Fittipaldo believes one of them could become a real problem fast. The Steelers spent the preseason sorting through their quarterback situation, and that came with a cost. According to Fittipaldo, the Steelers never really got a true look at their […] The post Ray Fittipaldo Raises Major Concern About Steelers’ Running Game Before Week 1 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Steelers A Healthy Group Ahead Of Season Opener, McCarthy Says
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a healthy 53-man roster ahead of Sunday’s season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Speaking to reporters during his Monday press conference, head coach Mike McCarthy didn’t note any injury concerns. “We’re healthy. I don’t really expect anyone having a hard time getting ready,” McCarthy said via the team’s YouTube channel. The […]
“I’m Not Where I Want to Be”: Michael Penix Jr. Sends Blunt Message to Kevin Stefanski After Losing QB Battle
Michael Penix Jr. has already endured setbacks with two separate torn ACLs in College and a torn ACL in his left knee during the 2025 season, which brought his season to a halt. Now, his return has hit another roadblock. Kevin Stefanski named Tua Tagovailoa the starter for Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, leaving […] The post “I’m Not Where I Want to Be”: Michael Penix Jr. Sends Blunt Message to Kevin Stefanski After Losing QB Battle appeared first on EssentiallySports .
‘Got Me Shook:’ James Harrison Shares Big Worry About Steelers’ Offense
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a lot of moving parts along their offensive line throughout the offseason under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy. That led to some serious struggles throughout training camp and the preseason for the Black and Gold. Those struggles have former outside linebacker and Hall of Honor member James Harrison very concerned entering the season opener Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. “…Our offensive line? Bro, they have not showed any consistency. I’m not even ask...
Cam Newton drops absolute knowledge on Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.’s injury recovery
On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons raised eyebrows when it was announced that Tua Tagovailoa would be their starting quarterback for Week 1 on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The move comes despite Michael Penix Jr. being medically cleared for the new season, and with Tagovailoa having suffered through a largely brutal preseason performance with […] The post Cam Newton drops absolute knowledge on Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.’s injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints .
‘Got Me Shook:’ James Harrison Shares Big Worry About Steelers’ Offense
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a lot of moving parts along their offensive line throughout the offseason under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy. That led to some serious struggles throughout training camp and the preseason for the Black and Gold. Those struggles have former outside linebacker and Hall of Honor member James Harrison very concerned […]
‘Phone Hasn’t Been Ringing:’ Sources Tell Mike Florio No Team Has Tried To Trade For CB Joey Porter Jr.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. remain at an impasse. While Porter is practicing, he still doesn’t have a contract extension. There’s still a chance that he could skip regular season games, and there’s been some speculation that the situation could force the Steelers to trade Porter. However, Mike Florio has heard that teams […]
Steelers Have History on Their Side vs. Falcons
Pretty much everything is in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ favor heading into their Week 1 game against the Atlanta Falcons. Pittsburgh […]
Joe Haden: ‘Hell To Pay’ If Steelers Fall To Tua Tagovailoa-Led Falcons In Week 1
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ first regular-season game of the year is almost here. They’re playing the Atlanta Falcons, who don’t look like the toughest opponent on paper. They’ve got some solid players, including superstar running back Bijan Robinson. However, they’ve got a lot of issues under center. The Falcons announced this morning that Tua Tagovailoa will […]
Tua Tagovailoa must earn it ‘one week at a time’ as Falcons starter | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC
Mike Florio reacts to the Falcons naming Tua Tagovailoa their Week 1 starter against the Steelers. and why he must earn his keep “week to week” once Michael Penix Jr. is at full health. #NBCSports #NFL #ProFootballTalk » Watch Pro Football Talk live on Peacock weekdays 7a-9a: https://peacocktv.smart.link/v82e9dl56 » Subscribe to NFL on NBC: https://www.youtube.com/NFLonNBC?sub_confirmation=1 » Get the latest from Pro Football Talk: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ NBC Sports Group serves...
Falcons Name Tua Tagovailoa Their Week 1 QB Starter, Michael Penix Jr. Inactive
Tua Tagovailoa has been named the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced Monday. The decision comes after Tagovailoa’s months-long competition with Michael Penix Jr., who started nine games for the Falcons in 2025 before suffering a season-ending torn ACL in November. Prior to the injury, Penix had a 60.1% completion percentage and 1,982 passing yards, with nine TDs against three interceptions in his second season as a pro. Coach Ke...
Michael Penix Jr. injury update: Falcons QB is ‘very close,’ but not 100%
Whether you like it or not — and I know a great many of you do NOT like it — Tua Tagovailoa is the Falcons’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Steelers. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s Tua’s job to lose. Michael Penix Jr. is expected to take over the starting job at […]
‘Developmental Season’: Pair Of Analysts ‘Can See’ Steelers Going 6-11
The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the 2026 season a new version of themselves. Gone are Mike Tomlin and nearly all of last year’s coaching staff, and in is Mike McCarthy as he takes over his hometown team. The Steelers are running things back with Aaron Rodgers, but many aspects of this roster look different. To some, the Steelers could be anywhere from serious playoff contenders to playoff afterthoughts. Analyst Dan Hanzus sees latter playing out in Rodgers’ final NFL season. “I am not rooting fo...
Steelers Sights & Sounds: Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. Prepare for Falcons
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers cornerbacks Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. both were on the practice field on Monday ahead […]
Steelers vs Falcons: How to watch/listen to the game
Presented by Steelers vs Falcons: How to watch/listen to the game Sep 07, 2026 at 01:00 PM Copied! Don’t miss a minute of the action… below are all of the ways that you can watch, listen and follow along as the Steelers take on the Falcons from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. WATCH/STREAM The game broadcast is carried on FOX (WPGH Fox 53 locally in Pittsburgh). Game coverage begins Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET In addition to the FOX broadcast, NFL+ Premium gives you the option to watch...
Falcons make telling Michael Penix Jr. roster decision ahead of Pittsburgh Steelers opener
Kevin Stefanski named Tua Tagovailoa the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback for Sunday’s opener in Pittsburgh, closing out a competition the first-year head coach had declined to settle publicly at any point during training camp or the preseason. Cooper Rush will serve as the backup. Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive against the Steelers, which means […] The post Falcons make telling Michael Penix Jr. roster decision ahead of Pittsburgh Steelers opener appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Tua Tagovailoa must earn it one week at a time as Falcons’ starting QB
September 7, 2026 12:14 PM Mike Florio reacts to the Falcons naming Tua Tagovailoa their Week 1 starter against the Steelers. and why he must earn his keep “week to week” once Michael Penix Jr. is at full health.
Former Steelers Wide Receiver Lands with NFC Team
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Van Jefferson is signing back with the Washington Commanders via the practice squad, according to […]
‘This Isn’t Tua Tagovailoa Beating Him Out’ – NFL Insider Clears Air On Michael Penix Jr. Being Snubbed As Falcons QB1
The Atlanta Falcons confirmed Monday morning that veteran quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be the team’s Week 1 starting quarterback, while Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive. The Falcons are set to play their season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that veteran Cooper Rush will serve as the […] The post ‘This Isn’t Tua Tagovailoa Beating Him Out’ – NFL Insider Clears Air On Michael Penix Jr. Being Snubbed As Falcons QB1 appeared f...
‘Developmental Season’: Pair Of Analysts ‘Can See’ Steelers Going 6-11
The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the 2026 season a new version of themselves. Gone are Mike Tomlin and nearly all of last year’s coaching staff, and in is Mike McCarthy as he takes over his hometown team. The Steelers are running things back with Aaron Rodgers, but many aspects of this roster look different. To some, […]
Beat Writer Believes Aaron Rodgers Will ‘Lean On’ Veteran Tight Ends Over Young Wide Receivers
The Pittsburgh Steelers sought to upgrade their wide receiver talent this offseason. They traded for Michael Pittman Jr. and then drafted Germie Bernard. But could the tight end group be the more influential offensive weapon group this season? That’s what beat writer Ray Fittipaldo thinks, based on hearing QB Aaron Rodgers talk. “I got the sense… he feels a lot more comfortable with his three tight ends than he does with his receivers at this point,” Fittipaldo said Monday on the North Shore D...
Penguins Projected Lineup for Opening Night Against Flyers
On this episode of Tip of the Ice-Burgh, Nick Belsky predicts the Pittsburgh Penguins opening night roster for the 2026-27 season. He also discusses a pair of dark horses that enter camp with an opportunity to make a surprising run towards the opening night roster — tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ————————————————————————————- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcas...
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