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‘Been Pretty Seamless’: Troy Fautanu Details Transition To Left Tackle
Taking over for Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers first-year head coach Mike McCarthy wanted to put his stamp on the team, especially on the offensive side of the football. He did that quickly in the offseason, making a major move in the trenches, shifting Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick from the right side of the offensive […]
Steelers Release Updated Depth Chart Ahead Of 2026 Preseason Opener
Ahead of the 2026 preseason opener Thursday night at Acrisure Stadium against the Green Bay Packers, the Pittsburgh Steelers have released an updated depth chart under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy. The Steelers released the initial preseason depth chart last week, which had some surprises, like second-year defensive lineman Yahya Black listed as the starting […]
The Most Forgotten Element Of Pittsburgh’s No-Tackling Camp
Much has been made of Mike McCarthy’s most controversial change to training camp — no tackling. Fans and media members, us included, have given it plenty of airtime. It’s a big departure from previous camps during Mike Tomlin’s era. Will the defense look rusty come the season opener? Or is preserving health going to pay […]
The Terrible Podcast – Packers Preseason Game Preview, McCarthy’s Comments, Big Ben 2027 HOF Chances & More
Season 17, Episode 7 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I start by talking about the health of the Pittsburgh Steelers as they get ready to play their first preseason game of 2026 on Thursday night. Alex and I go over the chances of […]
New Defensive Lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day Details What Makes Patrick Graham A Great Coach
The Pittsburgh Steelers had grown stale under former head coach Mike Tomlin, particularly on the defensive side of the football with Teryl Austin. Players were frustrated with the defensive coordinator’s scheme and the play calling in big spots, and generally tired of feeling like they were playing with one arm tied behind their backs in […]
‘The Run Game’s Gonna Take Off’: Heyward Sees ‘Really Good One-Two Punch’ At Running Back
A defense’s best friend is a productive run game. Chewing up clock and controlling possession gives the defense more time to rest, allowing it to be at full strength when it returns to the field. The Steelers haven’t always gotten that luxury in recent years, but Cam Heyward believes that could change in 2026. “I […]
Labriola Sounds Alarm That Steelers Could Lose Offensive Lineman To Waiver Claim
Offensive line should be a strength for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season. After all, three of their last four first-round selections have been offensive tackles. That investment is beginning to show up in the form legitimate depth. Depth is key for any successful offensive line, and the Steelers may have a good problem on their […]
Carney: Five Roster Bubble Players To Watch In Steelers’ Preseason Opener Against Packers
In the blink of an eye, we’ve gone from the start of a much-anticipated training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers to the preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers. Thursday night on the North Shore, the season officially gets under way for the Black and Gold as they host the Packers. The Mike McCarthy era […]
‘He’s Been More Than Solid’: DeFabo Says ‘Decent Possibility’ Gabriel Rubio Makes Steelers’ Roster
We here at Steelers Depot pumped out nearly 350 pre-draft scouting reports this year, yet when the Pittsburgh Steelers selected DT Gabriel Rubio in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the reaction in our group chat was unanimous: “Who?” As it turns out, we weren’t alone. Even Dane Brugler’s The Beast, which covered […]
‘Plays Really Hard And Physical:’ Reporter Names Most ‘Intriguing’ Steelers Running Back
When it comes to Pittsburgh Steelers running backs this season, it’s Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren, then everyone else. That doesn’t mean there aren’t intriguing players behind those two. RB Kaleb Johnson is entering his second year in the league after the Steelers drafted him in the third round in 2025. Plus, everyone wants to […]
‘Up And Down’ Training Camp Leaves Kaleb Johnson’s Roster Spot A ‘Question Mark,’ Beat Writer Says
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t going to give up on a former third-round draft pick after just one season, right? Second-year running back Kaleb Johnson certainly hopes to stick around after a rough rookie season. That rookie campaign saw Johnson touch the football just 29 times for 78 total yards, including a disastrous moment early in […]
‘Always Gonna Be There’: Steelers LB Patrick Queen Still Fueled By Ravens Letting Him Walk
Patrick Queen’s had an interesting career. Queen has accomplished the rare feat of playing for both the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers, the teams with ones of the NFL’s most heated rivalries. However, it didn’t necessarily happen by choice. After playing out his rookie contract in Baltimore, Queen wasn’t offered a deal to come […]
Rookie Preview: Players To Watch In Steelers’ Preseason Opener
Omar Khan’s history suggests the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t like parting with rookie draft picks. In fact, they’ve never done it. But if there was ever a year to put that track record to the test, it’s now. Pittsburgh has 10 competing for spots on a roster where the majority of the 53-man picture is already […]
Insider Is ‘Confident’ Steelers Won’t Abandon 2025 Identity For A Typical Mike McCarthy Offense
Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are reunited with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but a lot has changed since they were last together. The most notable difference is that Rodgers is now 42 years old and entering the final season of his illustrious NFL career. The expectation is that the Steelers’ offense will improve this season under […]
‘It’s Every Day:’ Beat Writer Jokes Steelers O-Line Would ‘Be Running Marathons’ For Pre-Snap Mistakes
There is no better way for an NFL offense to shoot itself in the foot than to have pre-snap penalties. It’s completely self-inflicted. That’s why coaching staffs drill it into their players’ heads to pay attention and focus on the snap count. The Pittsburgh Steelers are no different. Unfortunately, that’s not happening right now. Head […]
Gerry Dulac Reveals The 2026 Steelers Draft Pick Kevin Colbert Believes ‘Might Turn Out To Be The Best’
When we look back at the Steelers’ 2026 NFL Draft class in five years, will Daylen Everette be the one we remember best? Given that they drafted a quarterback, that’s certainly not the hope. But at least for former Steelers GM Kevin Colbert, it wouldn’t be a surprise. Everette flew under the radar when the […]
Nick Herbig Reveals First Thing He Purchased After $100 Million Extension
If you signed a $100 million contract with a nearly $20 million signing bonus, what is the first thing you would buy? Pittsburgh Steelers OLB Nick Herbig got to answer that question last month, and Tuesday he revealed where he spent his first big chunk of change. “First thing I bought, besides paying off my […]
Eli Heidenreich Has Heard All About The Christian McCaffrey Comparisons
Despite being one of the final picks of the 2026 NFL Draft, Eli Heidenreich garnered a big-time pro comparison. Since being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers, national analysts and local pundits have made parallels between three-time All-Pro Christian McCaffrey and Heidenreich. Even for someone who likely spends little time scrolling his name on social media, […]
Steelers Annual Franchise Valuation Revealed
The Washington Commanders sold for $6.05 billion in 2023, and just three years later, the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks raised the bar to $9.612 billion. That increase of nearly 60 percent shows just how quickly the value of franchises has grown in recent years around the league, and perhaps the boost of winning a […]
Patrick Queen Outlines His Biggest Personal 2026 Goal
Patrick Queen was the Pittsburgh Steelers’ big free agent signing in 2024. He was coming off a great season with the Baltimore Ravens, earning Second-team All-Pro honors. However, he hasn’t performed at that level in Pittsburgh. While he made a Pro Bowl in 2024, he hasn’t been as impactful as the Steelers hoped. He’s focused […]
Asante Samuel Jr. Open To Working In The Slot: ‘If The Head Man Says It, That’s What Goes’
If the Steelers want to explore ways to get Asante Samuel Jr. on the field, he is all about trying to help the team win. The sixth-year veteran cornerback is looking to get his career back on track after a severe neck injury derailed it. Moving into his first full season in Pittsburgh, he has […]
‘Next Great Steelers Edge Rusher’: Analyst Tabs Nick Herbig As Breakout Star
He’s the new $100 million man after signing a big extension this offseason, and he figures to have a sizable role for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026 and beyond. And now, outside linebacker Nick Herbig has another billing to live up to, thanks to ESPN’s Bill Barnwell. The next breakout star in the NFL. On […]
Study: What Are Mike McCarthy’s Personnel Tendencies?
New HC Mike McCarthy’s offense is expected to have noticeably different personnel tendencies than last year’s. Today, I will examine data from Sports Info Solutions (SIS) on this and provide some takeaways. Included in this study will be 11-, 12-, 21-, and 13-personnel (the four most common groupings for most NFL teams). The first digit […]
Cam Heyward Praises Two Training Camp Standouts
In the blink of an eye, the Pittsburgh Steelers are almost done with their 2026 training camp. With just three public practices left before the Steelers break camp, Cam Heyward has had his eyes on a few players who have stood out over the last few weeks in Latrobe. On his Not Just Football podcast, […]
Steelers Believe Roman Wilson Gives Them ‘Slightly Different Gear’ Over Germie Bernard, Analyst Says
When the Pittsburgh Steelers traded up in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft to land Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard, the belief was the franchise was landing an ideal piece in new head coach Mike McCarthy’s West Coast scheme. Bernard is a great route runner, has good hands and plays a physical brand […]
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