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The Pittsburgh Steelers have a three-headed monster at outside linebacker, a group that should get after opposing quarterbacks all season long under first-year defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. T.J. Watt is poised for a bounce-back season after putting up just 7.0 sacks last year and missing time with a collapsed lung that required a surgical procedure. […]
He didn’t play in the preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills, but Pittsburgh Steelers’ second-year defensive lineman Derrick Harmon had a chance to provide some leadership on the sidelines for other young defensive linemen Thursday night at Highmark Stadium. The former first-round pick had a chance to be a leader and implement some of the […]
Going into his 22nd NFL season, all eyes continue to be on Aaron Rodgers simply due to what he can still produce on the field. Last season was his first with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he was able to help them win the AFC North title. However, after an early exit in the wildcard round, […] The post “Anywhere Close to Being Benched”: Geoff Schwartz Makes Bold Aaron Rodgers Claim Ahead of Steelers’ Opener appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The 2026 preseason is in the books. The Pittsburgh Steelers led most of the game Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills but lost the finale, 28-27. In this article, I provide data from Pro Football Focus (PFF) and takeaways. Offense: Excellent (90-Plus Grades): The best grade on offense was G Doug Nester […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. haven't been able to reach an agreement. The Pittsburgh Steelers are approaching a critical point in their ongoing contract situation with Joey Porter Jr., and NFL insider Ian Rapoport believes a trade could become a realistic option if the two sides cannot reach an agreement. Porter is entering the final year of his rookie contract, while Pittsburgh has yet to give him the massive extension that could make him the highest-paid cornerback in t...
It’s been a long time since the Pittsburgh Steelers were even close to reaching the Super Bowl. For a franchise with six trophies in the cabinet, that standard hasn’t been met in a while. But for one of the team’s newest members, Jamel Dean, there are signs the 2026 Steelers can change that narrative. “This […]
Drew Allar got ample playing time during the preseason. The Pittsburgh Steelers gave him nearly the entire second half against Green Bay, then the entire second half against New York and Buffalo. While some argue preseason football isn’t real football, it was the best chance the Steelers will have to evaluate him. The returns were […]
DALLAS — CBS Sports listed the Dallas Cowboys among five potential trade destinations for New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez in a story published Friday by Carter Bahns and Zachary Pereles. The Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, New York Giants, and Pittsburgh Steelers filled out the list. Gonzalez grew up in Carrollton and played at The […]
Even if Dylan Cook starts the season opener, he may not hold it long with Max Iheanachor looming over his shoulder. But he is likely to begin the season in that role, Mark Kaboly predicts, with not much of an endorsement. Appearing on 93.7 The Fan yesterday, he shared his thoughts on the Steelers’ right […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers rested a lot of their top players during Thursday’s preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. But one name caught a lot of people’s attention. Steelers WR Roman Wilson did not dress for the game. Head coach Mike McCarthy addressed the decision, citing the quality of practices leading up to the game. But […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone all in on the 2026 season, the first under new head coach Mike McCarthy. They’ve spent a lot of money on the current roster and added some key veterans to help compete at a high level as McCarthy lays his foundation. Yet, when it comes to the Steelers’ outlook this […]
Player: RB Lew Nichols Stock Value: Up Reasoning: Unlikely to make the 53-man roster, RB Lew Nichols capped off another fine preseason that should ensure the practice squad. In the Steelers’ preseason finale, he averaged over five yards per rush and totaled over 50 yards from scrimmage. With the need to accommodate multiple deep positions, though, […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled to be much of an offensive force for years now. Dating back to the 2024 season, the last of which George Pickens spent in Pittsburgh. The young receiver had an exciting start to his career and put up three statistically productive seasons in Pittsburgh. But due to some character questions […]
With the Steelers’ preseason slate now over, the only business left is settling on a 53-man roster in the next couple of days. It seems many are making the same assumptions, and perhaps they’ll end up correct. But it’s worth reminding we are working from a new coaching staff, so those assumptions may need adjusting. […]
With cutdowns just around the corner, I’m offering a couple of last-second trade ideas the Pittsburgh Steelers could consider. Hypothetical exercises of what makes sense based on the team’s roster construction and needs. Let me know your thoughts on these deals and suggest any of your own below. Trading Players Scenario One Cowboys Get: Kaleb […]
Have the Steelers found their four-quarterbacks loophole with a Will Howard injury? Will Howard did not exit Thursday’s game with an injury, but he ended the night being evaluated for an apparent head injury. According to reporters after the game, Howard reported an injury to the team during the second half, and he remained in […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers still haven’t offered Joey Porter Jr. a contract extension. He wants a $33 million-per-year deal as he heads into the final year of his current contract. In July 2023, the Steelers signed Porter to a four-year $9.6 million deal as a rookie. On Friday, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler explained the predicament as a […] The post Joey Porter Jr. contract situation labled a ‘classic stalemate’ by Insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Just days into owning the Seattle Seahawks, Vinod Khosla handed fans a reason to be uneasy. Not only did he reveal he’s rooted for the Pittsburgh Steelers since 1976, but he doubled down, admitting he still watches every game. Since then, Khosla has faced backlash questioning his loyalty, and rather than walking it back, he’s […] The post New Seahawks Owner Vinod Khosla Fires Back at Critics Over Publicly Admitting His Steelers Fandom appeared first on EssentiallySports .
When Vinod Khosla admitted in his first press conference as the new owner of the Seattle Seahawks that he has been — and continues to be — a Pittsburgh Steelers fan, it was the quote that launched a thousand reactions. Media outlets and social media accounts had a field day with the comments made Wednesday,…
Behind Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren, the Steelers’ third running back spot is very much up in the air. After a small workload that produced average results, Kaleb Johnson is facing a real threat to miss the cut for the 53-man roster. That’s opened the door for a couple of players. Former Steelers quarterback Ben […]
With the Detroit Lions still unsettled at quarterback, they could find some help in the AFC North with one of the Pittsburgh Steelers' guys.
In Aaron Rodgers, the Pittsburgh Steelers have their starting quarterback settled. Behind him, things are a little more up in the air. But there’s a growing sense that Pittsburgh will keep all four quarterbacks. Mike McCarthy wouldn’t confirm as much after Thursday’s game, but it did sound like he thought all four of them deserved […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released tight end Jaheim Bell, the team announced on Friday. Bell is among the first wave […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have finished their preseason slate. Normally at this time of the year, they would turn their attention to roster cutdowns. Make no mistake, the Steelers are working on that. But most people are focused on a player who is a stone-cold lock for the roster: CB Joey Porter Jr. However, Porter is […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released wide receiver Isaiah Winstead, the team announced on Friday. Winstead, 26, is a 6-foot-3, 216 […]