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“I’d Go to Jail”: Mike McCarthy Reveals Reason Behind Major Change at Steelers Minicamp

“We see the benefits (of intense tackling). We’ll continue to do what we do,” former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was in favor of live tackling during training camp when he said this back in 2017. Fast forward to now, and things have shifted in the Steel City. For starters, Mike McCarthy has replaced […] The post “I’d Go to Jail”: Mike McCarthy Reveals Reason Behind Major Change at Steelers Minicamp appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Amid Crowded OLB Room, Alex Highsmith Confirms He Wants ‘To Be A Steeler For Life’

The Pittsburgh Steelers came into this season with a tough decision to make at outside linebacker. They extended Nick Herbig on a $100 million contract, giving them some more tough choices to make down the line. Decisions which may eventually include Alex Highsmith. With Herbig’s extension, some immediately threw both Highsmith and his teammate, T.J. […]

‘We Need Them To Come Together’: Art Rooney II Wants Results From Heavily-Invested Offensive Line

Omar Khan and Andy Weidl have poured significant resources into rebuilding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line, spending three first-round picks at offensive tackle and four additional draft selections on the unit over the last four years. Now, team president Art Rooney II is looking for that investment to finally translate into results. Asked which position […]

T.J. Watt Once Again Makes NFL Top 100 List

For the eighth consecutive year, Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt has made the NFL Top 100 list. The […] This article originally appeared on Steelers Now : T.J. Watt Once Again Makes NFL Top 100 List

Art Rooney II Outlines Two Areas Where Steelers Must Improve In 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers won the AFC North and hosted a playoff game last season, a feat they hadn’t accomplished since 2020. But the 2025 season wasn’t without its ups and downs, and the Steelers’ shortcomings were exposed in their Wild Card loss to Houston. Heading into 2026, Steelers owner Art Rooney II feels the team […]

Full Steelers Madden Ratings Revealed

After rookies and top defensive players were rolled out earlier this week, EA Sports has released the Madden ratings for every player. Yesterday, it was revealed that Cam Heyward was the highest-rated Steelers player at 95 overall, followed by T.J. Watt and Jalen Ramsey. EDGE Alex Highsmith is behind that trio at an 87 overall, […]

Former NFL GM Worried About Steelers Defense: ‘Where Does The Young Playmaking Come From?’

Ahead of the 2026 season, most of the questions surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers center on the new-look offense under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy and 42-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Pundits have questioned the Steelers’ decision to hire McCarthy at 62 years old, and run it back for a second season with Rodgers, especially after the […]

Pirates Esmerlyn Valdez enters ROTY race

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Konnor Griffin to a franchise record contract at the beginning of this season, but it could be another Buccos rookie that ends up stealing the limelight. Pirates’ rookie Esmerlyn Valdez has emerged as one of the most exciting rookies in baseball, and has been a big contributor for Pittsburgh since his […]

T.J. Watt Makes NFL Top 100 List For Eighth Straight Year

For the eighth year, Pittsburgh Steelers EDGE rusher T.J. Watt has made the NFL’s annual Top 100 list. For 2026’s edition, Watt ranked 41st overall. It’s his lowest ranking since 2019 and down from his 11th-place slot a year ago. An expected outcome after Watt finished last season with just seven sacks across 14 games […]

Brewers, Pirates Among Teams Interested In Luke Weaver

The Brewers and Pirates are among the many clubs who’ve shown interest in Mets right-hander Luke Weaver, per Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Strong interest in Weaver should come as no surprise with the Mets entering the deadline as sellers and the veteran righty enjoying a dominant season. ESPN’s Jeff Passan suggested […]

Penguins extend Tommy Novak for three years

The Penguins announced a signing on Friday, tightening up Tommy Novak for three more years. Novak was set to be a free agent in 2027, his new deal will have him under contract through 2029-30. From the team: The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension, it was announced today […]