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Steelers beat Lions at their own game, improve to 9-6

Well, after 60 minutes, 90 seconds of deliberation on the final play, one slap to a fan from DK Metcalf, and one Yahya Black middle finger, the Pittsburgh Steelers came out the victors in Detroit by the score of 29-24 to improve to 9-6 on the season, and get one step closer to locking up […]

2 Steelers injured in win over Lions

Two Steelers were injured in Pittsburgh’s dramatic, down-to-the-wire 29-24 win in Detroit on Sunday. Speaking to the media in his postgame press conference, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said cornerback Brandin Echols suffered a groin injury and wide receiver Calvin Austin III suffered a hamstring injury. Neither were able to return to the game after […]

Patriots at Ravens: Week 16 SNF open thread

We’re rooting for WHO this week? The Pittsburgh Steelers won on Sunday, so the AFC playoff picture is more in focus. The 11-3 New England Patriots have a chance to drop the 7-7 Baltimore Ravens below .500 in Week 16’s Sunday Night Football. Let us know what you’ll be watching for and how you’re faring […]

DK Metcalf slaps Lions fan

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions have yet to reach the end zone at the time of writing, as the Week 16 tilt between the two teams is tied 3-3. However, it is what took place on the sideline that got the attention of both the broadcast and social media. Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf […]

Steelers at Lions: Week 16 game discussion

The 8-6 Steelers travel to take on the also 8-6 Lions in Detroit in a game that could matter a lot for both teams’ playoff chances. It’s the rare late afternoon window game for Pittsburgh: Kickoff is at 4:25 p.m. EST on CBS. You can read BTSC’s preview of the game here. Join the discussion by signing […]

Steelers-Lions inactives: RB Kaleb Johnson is a healthy scratch

Steelers third-round running back Kaleb Johnson is a healthy scratch ahead of the team’s Week 16 matchup against the Detroit Lions, the team announced ahead of kickoff. After not elevating any running backs ahead of the game, Pittsburgh will have just two at the position for Sunday’s game. Joining Johnson on Pittsburgh’s inactive list is […]

Steelers vs. Lions: Week 16 staff picks

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions both enter Week 16 with 8-6 records, yet in very different positions. With a loss, the Steelers remain in control of their destiny as long as they defeat the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18. Detroit, on the other hand, is currently outside of the postseason picture in the NFC […]

Schefter: Returning to field not T.J. Watt’s main focus after surgery

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without T.J. Watt for the second consecutive game after he had to get surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung. The injury occurred at the team facility, and Watt was sent to a local Pittsburgh hospital after feeling discomfort. And with such a rare and frankly scary injury, Adam Schefter […]

Saturday Night Open Thread & NFL games: Tell your friend Veronica

Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). A two-game win streak after Monday night’s fish fry is just what we needed. It was one of the most relaxing games in my recent memory. This week we take on Detroit, and despite having […]

Steelers elevate CB, OT for Lions game

The Steelers elevated cornerback Daryl Porter Jr. and offensive tackle Jack Driscoll from the practice squad to the main roster ahead of Week 16, the team announced Saturday. Both players will revert to the practice squad following the game. The Steelers will play the Lions in Detroit on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. EST. Porter signed […]

Nick Herbig ruled OUT vs. Lions

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without Nick Herbig on Sunday for a pivotal game against the Detroit Lions. Herbig suffered a hamstring injury on Monday night against the Miami Dolphins. This now makes multiple star edge defenders the Steelers will be down on Sunday, as T.J. Watt is still recovering from surgery after suffering a […]

Steelers mailbag: Will Pittsburgh upset the Lions?

The last weekend before Christmas – a very bittersweet time of year. Yes, Christmas is the absolute best day of the year, but it also marks the end of the most wonderful time of the year, which is always a bit sad. The Christmas season isn’t the only thing nearing its end, as the NFL […]

Saturday football open thread: CFP first round, NFL games, oh my!

It’s a busy Saturday of football with three College Football Playoff first-round games and a doubleheader of NFL Saturday specials. You can view kickoff times below — enjoy the games here at BTSC, and as always, let us know what you’re watching for, who you’re rooting for, and what you’ll be snacking on over the […]

Steelers vs. Lions: 5 questions with the enemy ahead of Week 16

It’s a big late-season matchup on Sunday as the 8-6 Pittsburgh Steelers take on the 8-6 Detroit Lions. Earlier this week, I spoke with Ryan Mathews, the senior editor of SB Nation’s Lions website Pride of Detroit, to learn what to expect from the Steelers’ Week 16 opponent. You can read my questions and his answers below: […]

Steelers’ Kenneth Gainwell credits Aaron Rodgers for breakout season

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell is in the midst of a breakout campaign, emerging as one of the most reliable and versatile weapons in Pittsburgh’s offense. Through the late stages of the season, Gainwell has posted 451 rushing yards, 332 receiving yards, and six total touchdowns — all career highs and a reflection of […]

T.J. Watt OUT vs. Lions

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without edge rusher T.J. Watt on Sunday when they take on the Detroit Lions. Watt is still recovering from a surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung. He missed Week 15 against the Miami Dolphins, as well. Pittsburgh will also be without guard Isaac Seumalo and cornerback James Pierre. Long […]

Steelers weekly mailbag: Week 16 callout

If you’re like me, you just got home from your final round of Christmas shopping – shoutout to the South Hills Village Mall. Best mall in Pittsburgh, for my money. The Pittsburgh Steelers will play their final game before Christmas on Sunday against the Detroit Lions. The Steelers haven’t lost to the Lions in Detroit […]

Steelers sign former Pitt LS

The Steelers shuffled their practice squad Friday morning, signing long snapper Cal Adomitis to the practice squad and releasing linebacker Kana’i Mauga in a corresponding move, the team announced. The timing is interesting as starting Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz was listed on the team’s Thursday injury report as limited with a knee injury. Pittsburgh […]

Steelers Read & React Week 16 preview — What to expect against the Lions

Not many expected the Steelers and Lions to have identical records entering their Week 16 matchup in Detroit. Still, Sunday’s upcoming battle between 8-6 teams has the Lions as a consensus seven-point favorite, despite sitting one spot shy of the playoffs in a competitive NFC.  In this week’s preview, Read & React will be taking […]

Rams at Seahawks: Week 16 TNF open thread

Week 16 of the NFL season kicks off with what should be a good one as the Rams travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. Kickoff is at 8:15 p.m. EST on Prime Video and Twitch. The game will feature two 11-3 teams, an NFC West rivalry, and a guaranteed […]

Steelers release DT to make room for new pass rusher

The Steelers made the signing of outside linebacker Jeremiah Moon official on Thursday, releasing defensive tackle Brodric Martin-Rhodes in a corresponding roster move. Pittsburgh signed Martin-Rhodes off of the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice squad on Nov. 5. He appeared in one game for the Steelers, playing 10 defensive snaps against the Buffalo Bills in Week […]