The Steelers head to France for a Week 7 showdown with the New Orleans Saints, and the blog outlines five key pregame considerations. First, the team faces a grueling red‑eye flight that turns the luxe destination into a "business trip" with little downtime. The piece then examines travel fatigue, the impact of the overseas venue on game planning, potential roster adjustments, and the Saints' offensive threats, all framed by the unique challenges of playing abroad on Oct. 24.
Pittsburgh is switching up its usual road look for Sunday's matchup against the Saints in France. Here's how the new combination compares with the Steelers' other uniform looks.
Browns Browns C Luke Wypler was fined $6,611 for unnecessary roughness. Ravens The Ravens acquired C Cam Jurgens from the Eagles on October 7, but he still hasn’t debuted with the team after being in the league’s concussion protocol when he was traded. Jurgens is excited to play in Week 7 and be a part […]
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Despite the civil unrest in France, the NFL is currently set for an International Series matchup in Paris this week. […]
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin reveals the singular habit that fuels T.J. Watt’s unprecedented pass‑rushing dominance. Tomlin says Watt’s relentless study of quarterbacks’ eyes and timing lets him leap for impossible interceptions and repeatedly collapse pockets, making him the most feared defender in Steelers history. The article details specific moments—like a 10‑yard‑away mid‑air grab—and explains how this mental edge translates into his sack‑record run.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have won two straight games and look like a team that’s finally getting the hang of things in the 2026 season. That said, a Fox Sports writer thinks their squad might be comfortable enough to consider trading an expensive defensive starter before the NFL’s Nov. 10 deadline. The starter in question is […]
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Former NFL wide receiver Roddy White lauds 42‑year‑old quarterback Aaron Rodgers, calling him “the real deal” after the Steelers pulled off a comeback win. White praised Rodgers’ arm talent, leadership and the 11‑catch performance of D.K. Metcalf, insisting age doesn’t diminish his elite passing ability. The endorsement adds to a chorus of positive assessments as Pittsburgh eyes consistency and a deeper playoff push.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are chasing a playoff run with Aaron Rodgers potentially playing his final NFL season; however, a new trade rumor has raised an uncomfortable question about their plans. With the November 10 trade deadline approaching, Patrick Queen has emerged as a name to watch, even as the Steelers attempt to keep their momentum […]
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The Saints head into Week 7 with a 2-4 record and a trip to Paris for an international showdown against the Steelers. Key absences include RB Travis Etienne Jr. (IR, hamstring), rookie WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring strain), OT Kelvin Banks Jr. (high‑ankle sprain, surgery) and DT Bryan Bresee (season‑ending ACL tear). This week, guard Cesar Ruiz is questionable with a knee issue, while Alvin Kamara, limited by a back injury, remains listed as active. The report outlines the short‑ and long‑term impacts on both offense and defense ahead of the game.
Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, now an NBC analyst, openly acknowledges his 19‑year loyalty to Pittsburgh despite criticism that his commentary may favor the team. On the Oct. 14 New Heights podcast with Travis and Jason Kelce, Tomright admitted he doesn’t care if viewers perceive bias, arguing his long‑standing relationships make rooting for the Steelers natural. Tomlin, who led Pittsburgh to Super Bowl XLIII and stepped down in Jan. 2026, says he will balance honesty with his new broadcasting duties, sparking a broader debate about former coaches‑turned‑analysts and perceived bias.
Teammate Zach Frazier praises Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor for his rapid learning and on‑field adjustments ahead of his fifth start. Frazier notes that, despite early growing pains, Iheanachor’s progress has been evident as he prepares to face the New Orleans Saints in Paris on Sunday, October 24. The endorsement highlights the young player’s improving football IQ and the positive trajectory of Pittsburgh’s first‑round pick.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will debut a fresh uniform combo in the NFL’s inaugural Paris game, facing the New Orleans Saints at Stade de France on Sunday morning, Oct. 24, 2026. While keeping the traditional white away jersey, they will pair it with black pants featuring a gold side stripe—a look usually reserved for their color‑rush kits, marking a rare departure from their classic gold‑pants style. Edge rusher Nick Herbig praised the chance to showcase the sport on a global stage and wear the new kit. The matchup, the league’s first in Paris, has fans and players buzzing about both the historic venue and the Steelers’ new look.
D.K. Metcalf entered the 2026 NFL season with massive expectations after the Pittsburgh Steelers committed $132M to keep him in town. However, early struggles and costly drops raised questions about whether the star wide receiver could live up to his hefty price tag. His recent performances have offered some relief, though, as the Steelers continue […]
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Aaron Rodgers continues to give NFL fans reasons to believe he still has plenty left in the tank. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback has shown that age alone cannot define his ability to deliver under pressure, and after his latest comeback victory, another former NFL star has stepped forward to make his feelings about Rodgers crystal […]
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Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen receives a $17,911 fine for an unnecessary roughness hit on a defenseless Tampa Bay Buccaneers player during the Steelers' Week 6 victory. The unpenalized tackle occurs with 7:15 left in the fourth quarter on a pass to WR Emeka [...], prompting NFL discipline.
Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson, currently on IR with a finger injury, missed the team's Paris trip ahead of the Week 7 game and instead visited his alma mater, Michigan. While there, he appeared on FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff before Michigan’s matchup with Indiana, where he reiterated Aaron Rodgers’ tough‑love coaching style, saying, “That’s how I want it.” The piece highlights Wilson’s recovery status, his media spot, and the influence of Rodgers on his mindset.
Aaron Rodgers is preparing for the first NFL regular-season game held in France, and the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback arrives in Paris with momentum. He led a 26-19 overtime comeback at Tampa Bay on October 18. Now, a candid remark from Rodgers on Friday has added a new storyline to the buildup for Sunday’s matchup with […]
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Joe Haden revisits the Steelers' heartbreaking 31-28 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 24, 2016, branding the missed pass‑interference call a “botched” decision that cost Pittsburgh the AFC North lead and playoff chances. Haden details how JuJu Smith‑Schuster’s fumble on the final drive capped a chaotic fourth quarter riddled with turnovers and a failed fake punt, underscoring the impact of that controversial call on the game’s outcome.
The Browns edge the Steelers 27-24 in Week 4 after a last‑second field goal, but the game’s outcome may have hinged on a missed call. Officials led by Clete Blakeman failed to penalize a hip‑drop tackle with 9:28 left in the third quarter, a non‑call that could have turned the tide for Pittsburgh. The article breaks down the play, the potential penalty, and how the oversight influenced the final score.
The Steelers may keep their recent quarterback‑drafting streak alive in 2027, aiming for a third consecutive QB pick after selecting Will Howard (6th round, 2025) and Drew Allar (3rd round, 2026). Beat writer Mike DeFabo of The Athletic flags Ole Miss’s Trinidad Chambliss as a potential target, suggesting the Steelers could "circle" the promising prospect in next year’s draft.
The Steelers will miss inside linebacker Elandon Roberts for Week 7 against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. Roberts, who re‑joined the team from the practice squad last Monday, was not elevated before the deadline, making him ineligible to play. Meanwhile, the club promoted wide receivers Brandon Johnson and Brandon Smith for the second straight week as injuries sideline Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek. Coach Mike McCarthy praised Roberts' veteran work ethic, but the linebacker corps remains healthy with starters Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson all active.
Ahead of the NFL’s first regular‑season game in Paris, protests forced the league, Steelers and Saints to cancel official fan events, but hundreds of New Orleans fans still threw a party at Harry’s New York Bar and the Saints Cafe in the Latin Quarter. Mayor Helena Moreno appeared, and a pop‑up shop sold out 300 custom t‑shirts in three hours. NFL spokesperson Brian McCarthy joked he thought the footage was from New Orleans, not Paris. Despite the turmoil, the Steelers‑Saints matchup at Stade de France on Oct 25 proceeds with heightened security and fan excitement.
The Steelers will wait another week before activating veteran wideout Marquez Valdes‑Scantling, who remains on the practice squad for the Week 7 matchup in Paris. After being released by the Chargers on Oct. 21, Valdes‑Scantling rejoined Pittsburgh but was not elevated, leaving the team reliant on practice‑squad players Brandon Johnson and Brandon Smith amid injuries to Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek and Michael Pittman Jr. The 31‑year‑old, a former Green Bay teammate of Aaron Rodgers, logged 10 catches for 80 yards and one TD in five games last season, and hopes to return once Rodgers confirms his future.
The Steelers are eyeing trades beyond the usual wide‑receiver market as injuries to Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson create depth concerns. The article outlines three non‑WR positions—likely on the offensive line, defensive front, or secondary—where Pittsburgh could make moves before the trade deadline, detailing potential targets, salary‑cap implications, and how each addition could shore up the roster for the stretch run.
The Steelers promote practice‑squad wideout Brandon Smith to the active roster for a third straight week, giving Aaron Rodgers another trusted target. Smith, who logged 57 offensive snaps this season—including 41 in the 24‑17 win over Tampa Bay—has a history with Rodgers from their Jets days. After signing a reserve/future deal last year and stints with the Jets, Patriots, Cowboys and Cardinals, Smith impressed Rodgers with his work ethic, speed and football IQ, earning the quarterback’s confidence to step in whenever needed.