The Pittsburgh Steelers ended the 2025 regular season on a high note, defeating the rival Baltimore Ravens to secure the AFC North crown. The Ravens had Super Bowl aspirations but failed even to make the playoffs in a disappointing 2025 campaign. Now, like the Steelers, they have a new head coach. Ben Roethlisberger recently stated […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the NFL’s most storied franchises, and the groundwork was set in the 1970s. The Steelers suffered through plenty of losing before that era. However, things changed quickly when Chuck Noll became the team’s head coach. He helped the Steelers build a dynasty, wining four Super Bowls in the 70s. […]
With how quickly time flies, it’s hard to believe that Pat Freiermuth is already becoming one of the veterans for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A former second-round pick in 2021, Freiermuth is heading into his sixth NFL season. But all this time later, former Steelers GM Kevin Colbert still remembers what made Freiermuth worth taking off […]
There was a lot of excitement when the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Joey Porter Jr. at the top of the second round in 2023. The son of Steelers legend Joey Porter Sr., the younger Porter made some big strides last year. He started to iron out the wrinkles in his game, looking like a true No. […]
During his eight-year career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Charlie Batch held down the backup quarterback role behind Ben Roethlisberger, giving his hometown Black and Gold some peace of mind at the most important position in sports. But Batch’s most important role arguably came as a player representative for the NFL Players Association and later the […]
There won’t be an answer this year as to whether or not the Pittsburgh Steelers will draft QB Brendan Sorsby. The NFL has denied Sorsby’s bid applying for this year’s Supplemental Draft and the event won’t be held this season. Though it was assumed Sorsby would be accepted, the NFL must formally grant any player […]
Throughout a busy offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers placed a significant emphasis on upgrading the offensive side of the football, adding a number of new players to help fit new head coach Mike McCarthy’s vision. Veterans like wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr., Rico Dowdle, and Brock Hoffman were acquired to shore up areas of need, along […]
Nearly half of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ projected offensive starters in 2026 are either completely new to the roster or playing a different position than they were last year. Combine that with a new head coach, play caller, and offensive system, and there is little doubt that things will look vastly different. The expectation is for […]
There is perhaps no bigger leap in a young player’s development than from Year 1 to Year 2. The distractions and uncertainty of the pre-draft process are gone, replaced by a full offseason dedicated to actual football. With an NFL season already behind them, second-year players know what to expect and how to prepare for […]
The Steelers have left virtually no position on the roster untouched this offseason, and their defensive end group is no exception. Having experienced yet another one-and-done postseason exit, they are trying just about anything to achieve more favorable results. With bold swings via trade, shrewd free-agent signings, and a clear draft priority, the 2026 Steelers are […]
While we have been promised change in how the Steelers use T.J. Watt annually, Mike DeFabo believes this year it actually happens. It helps to have an almost entirely new coaching staff, from the head coach on down. While Pittsburgh will carry several principles over, many things are changing under DC Patrick Graham. And that’s […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 offseason practices concluded in the middle of June, and next up is the team’s annual training camp, which will get underway in the latter part of July at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Ahead of that, we will preview the team’s offseason roster three players at a time as part of […]
Player: S DeShon Elliott Stock Value: Up Reasoning: Although he did not work at full capacity during minicamp, DeShon Elliott confirmed he is now fully healthy. After suffering a season-ending injury midway through 2025, he is ready to resume a full-time role. And with a versatile safety like Jaquan Brisker next to him, it may […]
A new Pittsburgh Steelers series to pass the time this offseason. We’re ranking the top ten “freak” athletes in history. Choosing just ten is never easy for a franchise full of so much history and success. This list isn’t just about the fastest players, either. We’ve ranked those guys before. This focuses on strength, quickness, […]
The Steelers have until mid-July to decide whether to bid on Brendan Sorsby, which shouldn’t take Drew Allar into consideration. Many opposing the idea of Pittsburgh drafting Sorsby point to the team’s recent investments at quarterback. When you’re looking for a franchise quarterback, however, the sunk cost fallacy is your biggest enemy. By no means […]
The Browns certainly didn’t improve their roster by trading Myles Garrett, but another Cleveland great agreed with the decision. Like Garrett, Joe Thomas understands what it’s like to play without the expectation of winning. He played his entire career with the Browns, never experiencing meaningful success. While he understands how much Myles Garrett meant to […]
Is Will Howard in the driver’s seat for the backup quarterback role this year? The Steelers will enter training camp with three quarterbacks behind Aaron Rodgers, Will Howard and Mason Rudolph the returning options. Drew Allar, a third-round rookie, seems set for a redshirt year. While Rudolph has been a backup for most of his […]
A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for June 22. TERRY BRADSHAW MEMOIR Terry Bradshaw is one of the most important players in Steelers’ history. He was instrumental […]
Kevin Colbert worked closely with Mike Tomlin for more than 15 years, and the former GM doesn’t think we have seen the last of Tomlin on an NFL sideline. Colbert’s own experience, however, is the ultimate qualifier. He felt the same way while working as the Steelers’ director of football operations when Bill Cowher resigned […]
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Terrible Take. Think of it as a super-mini version of The Terrible Podcast. A short, 1-3 minute episode seven days a week at 5:30 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander, and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. You can […]
Continuing our Depot Debate series, which Pittsburgh tight end will catch more touchdowns in 2026: Darnell Washington or Pat Freiermuth? Pat Freiermuth is statistically the more productive tight end, with 22 career touchdowns. Darnell Washington has only caught two in his three-year career. Could that change under new head coach Mike McCarthy? Jake Brockhoff and […]
There are a plethora of incredible defenders in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ history. But perhaps none made as many unbelievable plays as Troy Polamalu. He accomplished plenty over his 12-year career, including earning the 2010 Defensive Player of the Year award. Polamalu’s unique ability to appear in the right place at the right time earned him […]
Head coach changes can be hard, especially when Mike Tomlin was the only NFL head coach many in Pittsburgh’s locker room ever knew. But any concerns about a rocky transition appear unfounded. Players quickly embraced Mike McCarthy’s culture throughout voluntary spring practices, and optimism is high ahead of training camp next month. J.J. Watt shared […]
Many Pittsburgh Steelers fans were underwhelmed when the team hired Mike McCarthy to be its new head coach this offseason. They wanted the team to go in a younger direction. However, McCarthy quickly won some of his doubters over with his passion for the job. Still, there are questions about McCarthy, especially when it comes […]
It’s hard to find a division across the NFL that saw as much change this offseason as the AFC North. With the Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns all making head coaching changes, the future of the AFC North will look very different. Last year, the Steelers won the division with a 10-7 record. […]