There are 42 days between now and the start of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, which means the dog days of summer are here in Western Pennsylvania. Things are grinding to a halt when it comes to the Black and Gold, unless GM Omar Khan has some magic up his […]
With the change in Pittsburgh Steelers leadership from Mike Tomlin to Mike McCarthy this offseason, one position is getting a bit of a revival in the Steel City. That would be fullback, a spot that wasn’t utilized much under Tomlin and his offensive approach spanning the likes of Todd Haley, Randy Fitchner, Matt Canada and […]
Season 16, Episode 151 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get into the Steelers’ latest roster moves, including a reported reunion with Jacoby Windmon for the third time. We also discuss the flurry of roster moves since the start of OTAs, and what […]
Manti Te’o doesn’t just think T.J. Watt can bounce back from a quiet seven-sack 2025 season. He thinks he can end 2026 holding an NFL record. Wednesday, Te’o made his case. “History will tell you that when Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy get together, they score a lot of points on offense. History also tells […]
The Steelers have left virtually no position on the roster untouched this offseason, and the wide receiver 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 […]
The NFL supplemental draft rarely produces this much buzz, but Brendan Sorsby isn’t a typical prospect. With some scouts assigning him a first-round grade based solely on talent, he has piqued the interest of several teams around the league — including the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to The Athletic’s Mike DeFabo. “It sounds like right now […]
Darnell Washington’s weight has been on a wild ride over the last three years. First weighing in at 264 pounds at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, he revealed that his playing weight was 311 pounds last season. The new Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff expects that to trend lighter. “Definitely with the new staff and these […]
If the Steelers put any money where their mouth is with Brendan Sorsby, don’t expect it to be much, Ray Fittipaldo says. The talented but tumultuous Cincinnati quarterback, Sorsby is set to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. Talent-wise, he would be in the first-round conversation. Judgement-wise, he is closer to Diego Pavia The Steelers have […]
Darnell Washington has turned into the NFL’s best blocking tight end bar none, but the 6-7, 311-pounder has the size to kick one slot further inside to become a full-time tackle. And Washington addressed the possibility on Cam Heyward’s Not Just Football podcast. “I for sure gave it some thought,” Washington said. “How I imagine […]
Very few football players make it to the NFL, and even fewer are fortunate enough to make it to their first big contract extension. Darnell Washington’s life changed forever on June 4 when the Pittsburgh Steelers gave him a four-year extension worth $42 million. “It was cool. Obviously friends, family reach out, all that good […]
T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, and Nick Herbig. They’re the “Big Three” of Pittsburgh Steelers EDGE rushers dominating the conversation after Herbig’s $100 million extension earlier this month. Is there an odd man out? How will all three get on the field? What does the future hold? With three highly-paid players, that’s where the attention should […]
Between Drew Allar and Will Howard, the Steelers want to develop two young quarterbacks as their potential future. But does one have the lead? Howard is a second-year player, drafted in the sixth round a year ago. The Steelers used a 2026 third-round pick on Allar, a higher-ceiling prospect with a lower floor. Neither should […]
It turns out this offseason’s quarterback carousel still has one more seat to fill. A week after getting his eligibility back at the NCAA level, Brendan Sorsby has reportedly decided to enter the supplemental draft instead. As one of the more talented quarterbacks at the collegiate level, some feel a team may spend as high […]
Player: TE Darnell Washington Stock Value: Up Reasoning: After signing a sizable contract extension, Darnell Washington will clearly be a big piece of the Steelers’ offense going forward. Not just for the 2026 season but in general. Based on the contract alone, it’s evident that Mike McCarthy sees the potential in using his talents. And […]
While Roman Wilson reportedly had a solid spring, he can’t take his foot off the pedal, according to Trai Essex. The former Steelers lineman, now a media analyst on his Snap Count podcast with Charlie Batch, weighed in on the third-year wide receiver. The pressure is on with the additions of Michael Pittman Jr. and […]
George Pickens will not see a contract extension after earning his first Pro Bowl with the Cowboys—but he will not hold out. Having signed his franchise tag, he has reported to minicamp, as required. While he is not participating in team drills—serving as “Coach Pickens”—he made clear his intentions for this season. “What’s important to […]
What are the biggest takeaways from Steelers OTAs and minicamp? The Steelers are now off for nearly six weeks before training camp opens, so what have we learned thus far? Seemingly, the biggest discussion centers on differences in Mike McCarthy’s approach compared to Mike Tomlin in running things. As an offensive coach, he has shown […]
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 16. KILLEBREW FOLLOWED DANNY SMITH Safety Miles Killebrew was with the Steelers from 2021 to 2025 as a core […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers deserve credit for completing most of their contract extensions during mandatory minicamp, but the biggest agenda item remains outstanding. Joey Porter Jr. is due for a payday, and waiting too long could put the team in an uncomfortable situation. “JPJ needs to get paid,” Trai Essex said on The Snap Count podcast. […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing to head into training camp with 10 rookie draft picks on the roster, more than they’ve had in a while. But despite being taken in the fourth round, return man Kaden Wetjen might be among the safest in terms of securing a roster spot. To former Steeler Trai Essex, he […]
T.J. Watt is one of the best defenders in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ history. That’s a substantial claim, considering how much talent they’ve had on that side of the ball. But Watt is the team’s all-time sack leader, and he even shared the NFL’s single-season sack record for a few seasons. Unfortunately, Watt hasn’t been as […]
Episode 601 — June 16, 2026 Were you too busy to keep up with the last couple of days of Pittsburgh Steelers news, and don’t know where to start? I’ll catch you up on “The Depot 180.” From player news to the transaction wire, I will get you up to speed in a quick three-minute […]
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, Jake Brockhoff, and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the NFL’s most accomplished franchises. They’re well-represented in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, too. However, there are still some Steelers who have been waiting too long to get inducted into the Hall of Fame. The most glaring omission is defensive lineman L.C. Greenwood. He was a key part […]
Losing team MVP and dual-threat running back Kenneth Gainwell early in free agency to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was a big blow to the Pittsburgh Steelers. But GM Omar Khan and first-year head coach Mike McCarthy quickly pivoted and might have landed a major upgrade in veteran free agent signee Rico Dowdle. Dowdle has experience […]