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Top free agent offensive lineman still available for Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent much of this offseason reshaping their roster, but one area still quietly in need of reinforcement is the interior offensive line. After losing Isaac Seumalo to the Arizona Cardinals, they appear to have a hole at left guard. If they’re serious about stabilizing the offense and protecting their long-term quarterback […]

Former Steelers scout reveals details of Mike Tomlin’s departure

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to process the sudden retirement of longtime head coach Mike Tomlin, and as more details emerge, a clearer picture is forming of how the organization said goodbye behind the scenes. According to former Steelers scout Mark Gorscak, a final sendoff for Tomlin was organized by former general manager Kevin Colbert — […]

Aaron Rodgers, Will Howard appear at charity flag football event

Aaron Rodgers has yet to make his decision on whether or not he will be the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback this season. However, he and fellow quarterback Will Howard recently made an appearance together at a charity event. The two quarterbacks played in the RX3 Foundation flag football tournament, which brings together NFL players, celebrities, and […]

NFL draft profile 2026: Cole Payton (Quarterback, North Dakota State)

The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh! This draft season, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital, and their fit with the Steelers. The Cole Payton hype train has taken off in […]

NFL draft profile 2026: D’Angelo Ponds (Cornerback, Indiana)

The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh! This draft season, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital, and their fit with the Steelers. The nickel cornerback position is essentially a starter in […]

Saturday Night Open Thread: School of Hard Equinox

Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). Yesterday was the vernal equinox, meaning those of us in the Northern Hemisphere will be enjoying more sunlight than darkness with each passing day. Things are looking bright for our Steelers (but not […]

Parish’s 2026 NFL Draft Gems: Running backs

Every year since joining BTSC in 2024, Ryan Parish puts together a draft gems list. This series is not meant to predict who the Steelers will pick, but rather highlight players Ryan thinks will be viable NFL players, and should be available in Rounds 2-7. Looking for more? Check out Ryan’s picks this year at: Running back is not […]

Pittsburgh Steelers sign former Cowboys offensive lineman

The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Brock Hoffman, For real this time. Mark Kaboly of The Pat McAfee Show reports that the Steelers have agreed to terms with the veteran. “The Steelers have signed C/G Brock Hoffman (6-4, 302) to a 1-year deal to strengthen their depth in the interior of […]

Steelers bring back veteran center

The Steelers have re-signed center Ryan McCollum to a one-year deal, the team announced Friday. McCollum has been with the Steelers since 2022. He was on and off the team’s practice squad at first but over the last two seasons has found a role as a special teams lineman and starting center Zach Frazier’s backup. […]

Former Steelers WR teases NFL return

The Pittsburgh Steelers made one of the biggest moves of the offseason, trading for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. at the start of the new league year. With the addition of Pittman, the Steelers have two legitimate receivers at the top of the depth chart, which is something they haven’t had in a number of […]

Steelers host fast-rising LB prospect to pre-draft visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue their pre-draft visits on Friday with four prospects visiting the facility. One of which is North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton, who noted that he would be visiting the Steelers after he wrapped up his Pro Day. Additionally, the Steelers are hosting Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez. Rodriguez led the Big […]

Pittsburgh schools to close during week of NFL Draft

With the 2026 NFL Draft taking place in Pittsburgh next month, public schools in the area are going to extreme measures to accommodate students and staff. Pittsburgh public schools will be closed from April 22-24 due to road closures, parking restrictions, and heavy traffic expected. Students will partake in remote learning during the three-day stretch. […]

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NFL draft profile 2026: Carnell Tate (Wide receiver, Ohio State)

The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh! This draft season, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital, and their fit with the Steelers. Wide receiver remains a popular first-round option for the […]

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Steelers hosting sleeper QB for pre-draft visit

North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton is headed to Pittsburgh for a pre-draft workout, the passer said at his pro day Thursday per KVRR’s Ryan Bowlin. Payton will be the second quarterback the Steelers have a reported pre-draft visit with, along with Miami’s Carson Beck. On Thursday, the Steelers hosted Pitt linebacker Kyle Louis and […]

Steelers host Pitt linebacker to pre-draft visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting two players to pre-draft visits on Thursday, one of which is a local star. Pitt linebacker Kyle Louis is visiting the team today, per Nick Farabaugh of PennLive. Louis has been a name on the rise during the draft process after having a terrific week at the Senior Bowl and […]

Steelers hosting top WR for pre-draft visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to evaluate options at wide receiver ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, signaling that their offseason overhaul at the position is far from complete. Despite already acquiring and signing Michael Pittman Jr. in a high-profile move earlier this offseason, Pittsburgh remains active in scouting additional talent. Per Mike DeFabo of The […]

Steelers Hall of Famer is tired of Aaron Rodgers

Despite a tremendous offseason thus far, the Pittsburgh Steelers still continue to wait on a decision from quarterback Aaron Rodgers on whether or not he will return for his second season with the Steelers, and his 22nd in the NFL. General manager Omar Khan has been adamant that this year won’t be like 2025 where […]

Steelers Read & React: 2026 Free agency roundup

After an eventful opening week of the NFL’s free agency period, the action is starting to settle down around the league. All the marquee players on the market have signed new deals, and the remaining veterans will slowly be added to teams between now and August. We’ve also seen a handful of trades go down […]

Wednesday links: Should the Steelers extend K Chris Boswell?

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a weekly Steelers links roundup at BTSC. But first, let’s take a look around the AFC North: Now, onto some Steelers news and discussion: Steelers legend, Hall of Famer Rod Woodson ‘tired’ of Aaron Rodgers waiting game: ‘They need to move forward’ (From NFL.com’s Grant Gordon): “Is he gonna play? Listen, I […]

Two Steelers among NFL leaders in performance-based payouts

Linebacker Payton Wilson and offensive guard Mason McCormick received some good news on Monday, with each player earning over $1 million in performance-based payouts based on their playing time in 2025. Wilson and McCormick, both still on their rookie contracts with the Steelers, benefited from the NFL program that gives pay bumps to players that […]

Steelers hosting speedy defensive back for top-30 visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting San Diego State defensive back Chris Johnson for a top-30 visit on Tuesday, per Nick Farabaugh of PennLive. Johnson ran a 4.43 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, and currently projects as an early- to mid-second round pick in April’s draft. He could very well be the first player from […]