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James Harrison Pans Dylan Cook’s Performance In Preseason Opener: ‘I Want To See Iheanachor’
James Harrison knows a few things about offensive tackles having shaky performances. After all, he spent his career terrorizing them and their quarterbacks. Right tackle Dylan Cook’s performance in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ preseason opener didn’t inspire confidence as he battles rookie first-round pick Max Iheanachor to start. Harrison didn’t hold back when sharing his opinion. […]
Rookie Report Card: Steelers Vs. Packers (Preseason)
The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the preseason with 10 rookie draft picks for the first time since 2010, and nine of them made their debuts Thursday night. Their first impression was about as good as it gets. Drew Allar stole the spotlight, but Germie Bernard, Kaden Wetjen, Gabriel Rubio, and several others made strong cases that […]
‘He’s Standing On Business’: Joe Haden ‘A Big Believer’ In Asante Samuel Jr.
Asante Samuel Jr. has been one of the biggest winners in Pittsburgh Steelers training camp. Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. going on the PUP list has opened up opportunities for players lower on the depth chart like Samuel. He’s taken advantage of those extra reps, too, and he carried that over into Pittsburgh’s first […]
Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,990)
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. […]
‘Been Talking The Whole Offseason’: Elandon Roberts Thrilled To Reunite With Patrick Queen
Linebacker Elandon Roberts has returned to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He initially joined them in 2023, but they let him walk in free agency after the 2024 season. Roberts spent last year with the Las Vegas Raiders, but now he’s back in Pittsburgh. He’s thrilled to be reuniting with fellow Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen. “It was […]
Keeanu Benton Reacts To New Contract – And Shares How He Found Out
Keeanu Benton is the latest member of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2023 draft class to receive a big payday. Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington were the first two, receiving four-year extensions of $100 million and $42 million, respectively. Now it’s Benton, agreeing to a four-year, $72 million extension on Friday night. “First of all, I just […]
‘Frees Up The Linebackers’: Elandon Roberts Shares Favorite Aspect Of Patrick Graham’s Defense
Inside linebacker was arguably the Pittsburgh Steelers’ weakest position going into training camp. It got a little stronger this week when the Steelers added an old friend in Elandon Roberts. Joining the team on a one-year deal, Roberts brings physicality and quality run defense to Pittsburgh. He also brings an expertise in Patrick Graham’s defense […]
Missed Tackles Report: Steelers Vs. Packers
Leading up to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers Thursday night, there was a lot of concern about Pittsburgh’s ability to tackle cleanly. After all, the Steelers chose not to do live tackling in Mike McCarthy’s first training camp. That led to plenty of conversations about why the Steelers weren’t tackling […]
‘We Expect Him To Score’: McCarthy Challenges Kaden Wetjen To Finish Big Plays
Kaden Wetjen will have a large role as the starting kick and punt returner for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. Whether he factors into the offense remains to be seen, but he made a strong first impression in his first preseason action on Thursday with a 74-yard catch-and-run that set up the offense at the […]
‘That’s Really My Brother:’ Nick Herbig Thrilled To See Close Friend Keeanu Benton Sign Steelers Extension
It’s hard to have a better summer than the one Nick Herbig has enjoyed. Not only did he receive a $100 million extension, but his close friend and teammate Keeanu Benton just inked a long-term deal of his own. Speaking to reporters after Saturday’s practice, Herbig could barely describe – and hardly contain – his […]
PFF Grades And Snap Counts: Steelers Vs. Packers
Football is back! The new-look Pittsburgh Steelers thankfully did well in their first game action of 2026, beating the Green Bay Packers, 28-9, Thursday night. In this article I will provide data from Pro Football Focus (PFF) and takeaways. Offense: Excellent (90-Plus Grades): TE Robert Tonyan graded out the highest offensively (93.5, 19 snaps). He […]
‘Don’t See It Changing’: McCarthy Likely Won’t Designate Staffer For Challenges
Earlier this week, the NFL announced a rule change allowing a team’s head coach to designate an assistant to throw a challenge flag. Previously, only head coaches could throw the red challenge flag, but now a coach can designate someone else to do so. But don’t expect Mike McCarthy to delegate that responsibility. Speaking to […]
‘Great To Have Him’: McCarthy Talks ‘Credibility’ Elandon Roberts Brings To Steelers’ Defense
The Pittsburgh Steelers upgraded several parts of their defense this offseason, but the inside linebacker position still worried fans. Now, it’s one the Steelers have added to, signing Elandon Roberts to a one-year deal. Roberts has been around the block, especially with the Steelers. He spent the 2023 and 2024 seasons in Pittsburgh before playing […]
The Terrible Podcast – 2026 Steelers Training Camp – Twelfth Public Practice 8/15 – Special-Edition Episode
Welcome back. This is the ninth special edition of The Terrible Podcast, which we will post nightly after the Pittsburgh Steelers wrap up each 2026 training camp practice. It’s Saturday night, and Alex Kozora joins me to discuss what he observed at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe during the team’s twelfth training camp practice. As […]
‘We’re Gonna Have One Of The Best Defenses In The NFL’: Eli Heidenreich Impressed With Steelers Unit
There was a lot to be frustrated about with the Pittsburgh Steelers last year. That includes their talented defense underperforming. While they’ve invested heavily in that unit, it finished 2025 ranked 26th in the league. However, there’s hope that will change with a new coaching staff in place. Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has received […]
Steelers 2026 Training Camp Diary: Day 12
After a couple days off and a few rained-out practices, the Pittsburgh Steelers returned to an open and outdoor session Saturday. While the weather held up, the team went through a light, padless, and very short practice. It was shortest of the year in the Steelers’ first day back following Thursday’s preseason opener. It makes […]
Steelers’ Receiver Room Runs Thin As Kaden Wetjen Sits Out Saturday Practice
One of the stars of Thursday’s preseason opener, WR/RET Kaden Wetjen, suffered an apparent ankle/foot injury during Saturday’s practice, according to Steelers Depot’s Alex Kozora. With several other receivers sitting out with minor injuries, the room is running thin. “Rookie Kaden Wetjen has spent the last several minutes alongside trainers. Getting his left ankle/foot taped. […]
McCorkle: Why Witherspoon’s Record Deal Is Good News For Steelers In Porter Talks
Devon Witherspoon reset the cornerback market just weeks after Denzel Ward did the same in Cleveland. Is it time to panic as the Pittsburgh Steelers wait for a possible deal with Joey Porter Jr.? Not yet. In fact, Witherspoon’s contract news is arguably good news for Pittsburgh. $101 million in guarantees is hefty, and $33 […]
Metcalf, Pittman Will Be ‘Hard-Pressed’ To Return This Week, McCarthy Says
The Pittsburgh Steelers had a lot of strong showings in their first preseason game of the year. However, they also had plenty of notable players sit out, including their top two wide receivers, Michael Pittman Jr. and DK Metcalf. Both have been dealing with injuries, which has also kept them out of practice. Unfortunately, that […]
Steelers Incur $668,513 Salary Cap Charge For Offseason Workout Bonuses
The Pittsburgh Steelers officially lost a little more of their available 2026 salary cap space on Friday because the team’s offseason workout bonus amount was finalized. The total of that cap debit was $668,513, according to the NFLPA public salary cap report. The offseason workout bonus charge is related to players who attended sessions throughout […]
‘Different Playing For The Steelers’: Elandon Roberts Shares Why He Wanted To Return To Pittsburgh
The move was a bit of a surprise this late in training camp, but the Pittsburgh Steelers signing veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts makes all the sense in the world. The Steelers signed Roberts to a one-year deal Thursday, bringing him back to where he played in 2023 and 2024. The physical, old-school linebacker should provide […]
‘Definitely More There’: Mike McCarthy Reacts To Keeanu Benton Extension
Mike McCarthy praised the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive line as the deepest he’s ever worked with in nearly two decades as a head coach in the NFL. Now that depth is secured long-term with DT Keeanu Benton’s four-year extension Friday evening. McCarthy reacted to the deal during his Saturday morning media session after practice. “He’s a […]
Seahawks Star CB Devon Witherspoon Inks Record-Setting Deal As Joey Porter Jr. Awaits Contract Of His Own
The Seattle Seahawks and CB Devon Witherspoon have agreed to a record-setting contract extension, resetting the market, as talks between the Pittsburgh Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. could be heating up. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Witherspoon is signing a four-year, $132 million extension with $101 million guaranteed. It will make him the NFL’s highest-paid […]
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 Training Camp Injury Report – August 15
The Pittsburgh Steelers returned to Saint Vincent College today for one of their final public practices before the team breaks camp on Tuesday. CBs Joey Porter Jr. and Donte Kent, along with DB Jalen Ramsey, did not practice today, as has been the case throughout camp, and remain on the PUP list. DL Logan Lee […]
Jersey Number Revealed For Steelers LB Elandon Roberts
Just a few days after reuniting with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal, veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts is back in a familiar look. Roberts, who signed a one-year deal Thursday to return to the Steel City after one season away, is practicing Saturday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe in jersey No. 50, the […]
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