Former NFL wide receiver Andrew Hawkins reveals that many players—he estimates at least seven per game—choose to urinate on themselves rather than leave the field for a bathroom break. Speaking on The Dan Le Batard Show, Hawkins explains the practice stems from a fear of missing snaps, recounting his own near‑miss during a game against the Baltimore Ravens and even a high‑school running back who defecated on the field while rushing for 175 yards. He suggests placing portable toilets in sideline medical tents as a practical solution. The interview offers a rare glimpse into the gritty realities of NFL play beyond the usual stats and highlights Hawkins’ 74‑game career with the Bengals and Browns.
The AFC roundup covers three key updates: Bengals head coach Zac Taylor reveals the aborted Arnold Ebiketie trade, noting cost concerns after a push from front‑office exec Duke Tobin. Browns coach Todd Monken confirms Deshaun Watson will remain the starter despite weekly scrutiny. Meanwhile, the Ravens see K Jake Moody leave for the Falcons after a brief practice‑squad stint, and coach Jesse Minter touts C Cam Jurgens as the offensive line’s future while adding depth with a trade for Falcons center Ryan Neuzil.
The Bengals enter Week 10’s Sunday Night Football clash with the Steelers largely healthy, but safety Kyle Dugger is listed as a DNP and two other players are limited. The injury report, released on November 11, 2026, notes that while most of Cincinnati’s roster is fit, the absence of Dugger could impact the secondary as the teams meet at Paycor Stadium.
The Steelers get a boost ahead of Sunday’s primetime showdown with the Bengals as cornerbacks Doneiko Slaughter and Brandin Echols return to full practice after hamstring setbacks. Both players, injured in Weeks 6 and 7, are expected to help contain Joe Burrow’s league‑leading 298.3 passing yards per game and the threats of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Inside linebacker Patrick Queen warns that Burrow exploits any misstep, emphasizing the need for disciplined, synchronized coverage.
The Steelers gear up for a pivotal Week 10 showdown against division rival Cincinnati Bengals, with AFC North supremacy at stake. Wide receiver Ben Skowronek returns to full practice after a three‑game calf injury, while Derrick Harmon is back on the field but stays on IR due to a foot issue from Week 4. Cornerbacks Doneiko Slaugher and Brandin Echols practice fully despite hamstring woes, and safety DeShon Elliott participates limitedly with an ankle injury. Veterans Darnell Washington, T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward receive a day off, and no other players are listed on the injury report.
The Steelers list strong safety DeShon Elliott as a limited participant on Wednesday’s injury report due to an ankle issue, adding another setback before the upcoming Bengals game. Elliott previously fought through a hamstring/knee problem, returned in Week 7 versus New Orleans, and saw increased snaps in the Week 8 win over Cleveland, where he logged 24 defensive snaps. Rookie Robert Spears-Jennings has been stepping in, replacing former starter Rayshawn Jenkins, and Elliott praises his work ethic and adaptability.
The Steelers issue their first Week 10 injury report, showing a healthier roster after the bye. Only three players missed practice—TE Darnell Washington, EDGE T.J. Watt, and DL Cam Heyward—each listed as resting. SS DeShon Elliott (ankle) and DL Derrick Harmon are limited, while the rest of the squad is cleared for the upcoming clash with the Cincinnati Bengals.
The Steelers and Bengals, both 6-2, clash Sunday night in Week 10 to decide the AFC North leader. Pittsburgh relies on 42‑year‑old Aaron Rodgers, who has thrown for 1,871 yards, 13 TDs and a 60.8% completion rate this season. Cincinnati rides a hot streak, with Joe Burrow posting a league‑leading 74% completion rate, 2,386 yards, 23 TDs and a trio of weapons—Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase and tight end Mike Gesicki. The Steelers counter with T.J. Watt’s pass‑rush (7.5 sacks) and a modest receiving corps led by DK Metcalf. The game also serves as a de‑facto playoff for division supremacy, with both teams seeking to out‑perform the NFC North’s best squads.
After a 30-27 win in Week 7, the Steelers head to Cincinnati for a second showdown with the Bengals on Sunday Night Football. Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham says the bye week gave him time to "revisit" game film and adjust his scheme against a hot Joe Burrow – the quarterback who’s now the fifth player ever with four straight games of 4+ TDs and sits at 23 TDs, 70%+ completions, and a 6-2 record. Graham also notes Cincinnati’s reduced use of tight end Mike Gesicki and fewer true‑12 formations. His proven knack for tweaking defenses in rematches, honed with the Raiders, could be pivotal for Pittsburgh’s division push.
Mike Tomlin, former Steelers head coach and now NBC Sports studio analyst, again dodges questions about returning to coaching. During NBC’s Week 10 pre‑game call for the Steelers‑Bengals Sunday Night Football matchup, Tomlin says he’s “having a lot of fun” and hasn’t given any thought to a coaching comeback, noting his excitement for his new broadcasting role. He enjoys the freedom of TV work—late‑night college games, family time, even Minecraft—while remaining a popular voice on Football Night in America. Despite his diplomatic stance, Tomlin remains a coveted candidate for NFL teams, and NBC hopes he stays to anchor its revamped studio format.
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor publicly apologized for the botched trade with the Philadelphia Eagles that would have sent edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to Cincinnati for a 2027 sixth‑round pick. The deal collapsed after the league flagged that acquiring Ebiketie—a compensatory free agent—would also cost Cincinnati a projected third‑round compensatory pick tied to Trey Hendrickson’s departure. Taylor said GM Duke Tobin wanted the organization to own the mistake and emphasized that Philadelphia remained a good trade partner. With rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell on injured reserve, the Bengals head into their Sunday night game against the Steelers at 6‑2 without the addition.
The Steelers' receiving corps thins further after the trade deadline left them without a new acquisition, and injuries to Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson deepen the woes. Steelers writer Jeff Whaley argues the team should elevate veteran Marquez Valdes‑Scantling into a larger role alongside DK Metcalf and Garret Bernard to give Pittsburgh a viable threat against the Bengals on Sunday, November 11, 2026.
Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon is set to return to practice on Wednesday as head coach Mike McCarthy opens his 21‑day activation window. Harmon's foot injury in the Week 4 loss to the Browns placed him on IR, and the team must decide by the window’s end whether to activate him for the season. Since his absence, Pittsburgh boasts the NFL’s top defensive rush success rate and ranks fourth in total EPA. His comeback arrives before a tough stretch featuring a Week 10 matchup with the Bengals, followed by games against the Eagles, Broncos and Texans.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have opened the 21‑day practice window for defensive lineman Derrick Harmon, allowing him to begin rehab activities and potentially suit up for the upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed the move on Wednesday, noting Harmon will participate in practice later that afternoon as he works toward activation from injured reserve.
Mike Tomlin says he hasn’t seriously considered returning to coaching, focusing instead on his new role as an NBC analyst for Football Night in America. While Steelers All‑Pro Cam Heyward confidently predicts Tomlin will stay in the broadcast booth, Tomlin enjoys the broader perspective and the challenge of delivering insightful commentary. He will soon observe his former team live during the Steelers‑Bengals Sunday Night Football matchup in Week 10, the first AFC North primetime clash with both clubs above a .750 win rate since 1975. Tomlin highlights the duel between Joe Burrow’s Bengals passing attack and T.J. Watt’s Steelers rush, urging fans to “bring your popcorn.”
Former NFL star Richard Sherman predicts the Steelers, who sit 6-2, will lose to the Bengals by a touchdown in their upcoming showdown. Both teams are tied for first in the AFC North, and the Steelers already have a win over Cincinnati this season. Sherman's bold forecast adds extra intrigue to a high‑stakes divisional clash set for this week.
The Steelers chased wide receiver Calvin Ridley ahead of the Nov. 12 trade deadline, even targeting Brian Thomas Jr. and Josh Downs, but the Titans chose to keep Ridley to protect rookie QB Cam Ward. Reports say Pittsburgh offered a late‑round pick, yet Ridley's recent airport incident added doubt. With limited draft capital and long‑term QB uncertainty, Pittsburgh left the market empty, banking on the return of Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek. The Steelers head into Week 10 at 6‑2, eyeing a Sunday Night Football clash with the Bengals.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor addressed the situation around the aborted Arnold Ebiketie trade with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Mike Tomna, who stepped down as Steelers head coach in January and now works as an NBC analyst, tells an NBC Sports conference call that he hasn’t given "one iota of thought" to coaching again, though he admits the decision will surface later this season. The comment comes ahead of the Steelers’ Week 10 matchup against the Bengals, where Pittsburgh enters as underdogs. Despite Tomna’s denial, teammate Cam Heyward says Tomna has been advising him via text and his podcast. The article notes the team’s recent trade chatter—three wide‑receiver targets, a missed deadline move, and a WR trade that landed with the Chiefs—highlighting the uncertain future of both the coach and the roster.
Former NFL executive Matt Duffy says the Steelers' defense has a clear weakness: their pass rush pressure on the edge. With the Steelers heading to Cincinnati for a Week 11 clash against the 30-27 Week 3 victors, both teams sit 6‑2 in the AFC North. Duffy points to a lack of consistent sack production and a vulnerable secondary when the front line stalls, suggesting the Bengals could exploit this flaw to seize the division lead.
Hall‑of‑Fame quarterback Drew Brees reveals on Front Office Sports Today that he’s eyeing the Monday Night Football analyst slot expected to open when Troy Aikman departs. After a rocky start at NBC—including a criticized 2022 Raiders‑Bengals playoff call—Brees rebounded with ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown, a Netflix special, and now a full season as Fox’s No. 3 analyst alongside Adam Amin. While he’s praised for his football pedigree, critics still find his on‑air style bland compared with peers like Greg Olsen and Tony Romo. Brees says he wants to be "the best" and would love the MNF gig if it becomes available.
For Week 10 fantasy managers, the article highlights three under‑the‑radar kickers to start and three risky veterans to bench. Start Chris Boswell (Pittsburgh at Cincinnati) – a double‑digit scorer in six of eight games and a potential K1 waiver find. Also start Ryan Fitzgerald (Carolina at New Orleans), a 13‑for‑14 field‑goal shooter in a high‑pace matchup against a defense that yields many kicker points. Lastly, stream Dominic Zvada (New York at Washington) who benefits from a divisional game and a defense that forces many field‑goal attempts. Sit Harrison Butker (Kansas City), Will Reichard (Minnesota) and Cameron Dicker (Los Angeles) due to low floor or unfavorable game scripts.
The Steelers sit 6-2 atop the AFC North, but no trade‑deadline moves were made, largely because veteran QB Aaron Rodgers—who announced his retirement after the 2026 season—remains on the roster. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor notes Pittsburgh is reluctant to part with draft capital without a clear QB succession plan, even though the team briefly linked with Jaguars' former first‑rounder Brian Thomas Jr. With a pivotal Week 10 clash against the Bengals looming, the Steelers are betting their current roster can sustain a deep playoff run while they plot a future quarterback solution.
Week 10 of the 2026 NFL season features a global kickoff as the Detroit Lions face the New England Patriots in Munich, with Joe Davis and Greg Olsen on Fox at 9:30 a.m. ET. Kirk Cousins returns to Minnesota for a NFC North showdown against Green Bay, called by Adam Amin and Drew Brees. The Las Vegas Raiders debut rookie QB Fernando Mendoza versus Seattle, with Ian Eagle and Ross Tucker on CBS. Sunday night’s AFC North clash pits Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers against Joe Burrow’s Bengals, featuring Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth on NBC. The full schedule lists all matchups, networks, and broadcast teams through Monday night.
NFLSU’s Week 9 report card shows a mixed bag for alumni. The Bengals’ 34‑17 win over the Falcons earns an A+ thanks to Joe Burrow’s 271‑yard, 3‑TD performance and Ja’Marr Chase’s 155 yards. The Rams beat the Commanders 20‑13 for an A‑, while the Texans’ 44‑22 victory over the Chargers secures a B. Most other games get low marks, with the Jaguars, Cowboys, Lions and 49ers earning Fs or worse, and several outings featuring no former Tigers at all. Overall, NFLSU posts a solid B‑ for the week.