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Kozora: Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 53-Man Roster Prediction (Final Edition)

My final Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 53-man roster prediction. My best guess of what the roster will look like, and this is crucial, at Sunday’s cutdowns by 6 PM/EST. The roster can, and likely will, still change from there but this prediction is for the initial group. As always, let us know your thoughts in the […]

Preseason Week 3 PFF Grades: Offensive Rookies Shine In Finale

The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up the preseason with a 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Thursday, but they plenty of positives to take away from the game. Multiple rookies, including WR Germie Bernard and OL Gennings Dunker, received high grades from Pro Football Focus, and the defense received fairly high marks […]

‘That Report Was Fictitious’: Kaboly Refutes Claim Joey Porter Jr. Wants To Be Highest-Paid CB

Shortly after Mike McCarthy declared negotiations with Joey Porter Jr. at an “impasse,” Ian Rapoport offered an explanation why. Rapoport reported that Porter’s next contract will make him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL. According to local insider Mark Kaboly, however, that was never part of the conversation. “I am aware that he did not […]

Four Steelers Who Could Be The 2026 Roster ‘Yo-Yo’

Which Pittsburgh Steeler could be pulled by the string? NFL teams must set an initial 53-man roster no later than Sunday at 6 PM/EST. Teams have greater flexibility now than ever before to make that group feel pliable. That’s where roster “yo-yos” come into play. Players who may bounce on and off the roster for […]

Troy Fautanu Explains ‘Biggest Transition’ In Move To LT

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line has some weaknesses, which was obvious throughout the preseason. Specifically, right tackle looks like it could be a problem for them. They’ve got three options to start there, but none of them have impressed. However, that position is up in the air because the Steelers moved Troy Fautanu to left […]

Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – WR Kaden Wetjen

Player: WR Kaden Wetjen Stock Value: Up Reasoning: After a shaky second game, Kaden Wetjen ended his preseason with a punt return touchdown that solidified his roster spot. At least, it seems likely he will make the team. While he by no means looked great on returns overall, he showed the potential that they drafted him […]

The Future Is Now: Max Iheanachor Should Start Week 1 For Steelers

Even with the time lost, Max Iheanachor is the Steelers’ least-worst option at right tackle. After returning from injury, he has shown enough. Partly because those he is competing against did not, but in the case of Iheanachor, we knew from that start that the only question was when. The answer should be now. The […]

5 takeaways from the Steelers’ 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills

The Steelers ended their preseason with a one-point loss to the Buffalo Bills. The final score doesn’t matter, but the play of those involved certainly impacted the rapidly-approaching NFL cutdown deadline. As always, there are plenty of takeaways to be had. 1. Rookie playmakers make plays While it’s only the preseason, I’ve been impressed with […]

Packers Sign Former Pro Bowl Tight End

The Green Bay Packers added tight end depth, signing veteran Jonnu Smith to a one-year contract. Smith spent last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, appearing in all 17 games but catching just 38 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns.  His best season came a year earlier with the Miami Dolphins, when he set career highs with 88 catches for 884 yards and eight touchdowns, earning his lone Pro Bowl selection. Green Bay Needed The Help The Packers have been thin at tight end all offs...

Is Keeping Four Quarterbacks The Right Move For Steelers?

Is keeping four quarterbacks the right move for the Steelers? After last night’s preseason finale, Steelers HC Mike McCarthy strongly implied he will keep four quarterbacks, if not outright saying it. Asked if they have four quarterbacks who “have earned” roster spots, he called it a “very accurate evaluation”. But especially when you’re dealing with […]