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Let’s talk Steelers: Grade the Chris Boswell contract extension
After several years of contending for the title of best NFL kicker, the Steelers’ Chris Boswell is back on the top of the market. On Monday, Pittsburgh and Boswell agreed to a four-year, $28 million extension, tying the Cowboys’ Brandon Aubrey for the highest yearly kicker salary in the league. How would you grade the […]
Aaron Rodgers did not meet with Steelers over weekend, reports indicate
The Steelers-Aaron Rodgers saga continues. And from the outside, there’s no clear end in sight. Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday, ESPN insider Adam Schefter said the veteran quarterback did not visit the Steelers facility over the weekend of rookie minicamp despite an earlier report from Pittsburgh radio station 93.7 The Fan that […]
Steelers select dynamic QB in early 2027 NFL mock draft
The 2027 NFL Draft is still roughly a year away, but it has become one of the most anticipated classes in recent memory. The class features top-end talent at quarterback and receiver, headlined by Texas quarterback Arch Manning and Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith. Smith, in particular, is already a player whose name is in […]
Steelers sign experienced offensive lineman after rookie minicamp tryout
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made no shortage of changes to their offensive line this offseason. After last week’s rookie minicamp tryout, the Steelers have signed former Michigan Wolverines center Greg Crippen. Crippen started all 13 games for the Wolverines last season, and appeared in 41 games during his collegiate career. The six foot four offensive […]
NFL defensive coordinator lays out blueprint to slow down Pittsburgh Steelers
It’s expected that eventually, Aaron Rodgers will agree to terms with the Pittsburgh Steelers to come back for his second season with the franchise. And no matter which way you lean on the subject, there is both good and bad that comes with the 42-year-old being under center for a 22nd NFL season, as one […]
Steelers make Chris Boswell highest paid kicker in NFL history
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Chris Boswell have agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. The deal is for $28 million, and the $7 million per year average ties him with Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey for the highest-paid kicker in NFL history. His new deal locks him in with […]
Steelers WR Germie Bernard, QB Drew Allar already building strong chemistry
The Pittsburgh Steelers held their rookie minicamp on Friday and Saturday, which marked the first time their draft class donned Steelers colors. It also laid the foundation for a budding relationship between quarterback Drew Allar and wide receiver Germie Bernard. Allar was the only quarterback at rookie minicamp, something head coach Mike McCarthy said was […]
Saturday Night Open Thread: Memories Of Mushy Stuff
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). Every human that ever has been has something in common: a mother. Someone who gave us life, enduring 9ish months of severe bodily changes just to bring us to be. My mother is […]
Former Steelers WR signs with Chicago Bears
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Scotty Miller is signing with the Chicago Bears, per Adam Schefter. Miller joined the Steelers in 2024, joining then-offensive coordinator Arthur Smith after the duo’s one-year stint together with the Atlanta Falcons. Prior to that, he spent four years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, helping them win the Super Bowl […]
Steelers QB Drew Allar earns praise from Mike McCarthy after rookie minicamp
The Pittsburgh Steelers got their first extended look at rookie quarterback Drew Allar this weekend during rookie minicamp, and first-year Steelers’ head coach Mike McCarthy offered an interesting early assessment of the former Penn State standout. Speaking after practice on Saturday, McCarthy praised Allar’s physical tools while also tempering expectations as the young quarterback begins […]
Steelers announce signings of three more draft picks
The Pittsburgh Steelers continued checking boxes on their rookie to-do list Saturday, officially announcing the signings of three members of their 2026 draft class. Guard Gennings Dunker, fullback Riley Nowakowski, and cornerback Daylen Everette have all agreed to four-year rookie contracts, according to the team’s official website. Dunker arrives in Pittsburgh as one of the […]
Troy Fautanu position change is coming for Steelers
There were many questions raised when the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Max Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The largest being where would he play on the offensive line? Head coach Mike McCarthy said in the press conference after selecting the Arizona State product that he is for sure staying at tackle. […]
Steelers add LB to rookie minicamp roster
The Steelers added yet another linebacker to their rookie minicamp roster Saturday, with linebacker Jacoby Windmon joining as a tryout per Penn Live’s Nick Farabaugh. Windmon, a hard-hitting defender, joined the Steelers originally as an undrafted free agent out of Michigan State in 2024. He was signed to the team’s practice squad following the preseason […]
NFL avoids replacement refs for 2026 season
Less than a month before its current CBA was set to expire, the NFL and the NFL Referees Association ratified a new seven-year agreement Friday, ESPN’s Kevin Seifert and Kalyn Kahler reported. Notably, the agreement means the league will not be using replacement referees in the upcoming 2026 season. The ESPN article notes that the […]
Steelers rookie minicamp roster includes 3 tryout punters
Steelers rookie minicamp is here, running May 8-10 as Pittsburgh gets a first look at its 2026 draft class in the black and gold. As always, the minicamp roster is filled out with a mix of non-rookie Steelers as well some veteran and rookie tryouts. The weekend camp is a good way for unsigned and […]
Steelers WR teases new uniform number
Getting your first NFL jersey number has to be a special experience. It’s officially official — you’ve made it to the pros. But getting assigned No. 42 as a wide receiver? Maybe not quite as cool. That’s what happened to Steelers rookie return specialist and receiver Kaden Wetjen as Pittsburgh unveiled the uniform numbers of […]
Friday Night Happy Hour: Rookie minicamp edition
Welcome back to BTSC’s Friday night open thread: Song rec: Had this stuck in my head all week:
Steelers announce signings of six UDFAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers officially announced the organization signed six undrafted free agents – three defensive players, two on offense, and one special teamer. The Steelers signed defensive lineman Kevin Jobity Jr. (Syracuse), linebacker Dylan Carnell (Missouri), defensive back Devan Boykin (Indiana), plus tight ends Lake McRee (USC) and Charon Metayer (Arizona State). The team also […]
Steelers sign trio of draft picks
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced that they have signed a trio of Day Three draft picks to four-year contracts. Wide receiver/kick returner Kaden Wetjen, safety Robert Spears-Jennings, and defensive lineman Gabriel Rubio have all signed their rookie deals. The complete financials of the deals were not disclosed. Wetjen was taken in the fourth round out of […]
Steelers GM Omar Khan gives less than ideal update on Aaron Rodgers
While it is heavily expected that the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers will be in negotiations on a new deal this weekend, general manager Omar Khan is adamant that he does not currently know where the four-time MVP is. Joining Chris Mack on Westwood One Radio, Khan says he does not know specifically where Rodgers […]
Steelers schedule release date revealed
The NFL schedule release date is now officially set for Thursday, May 14. As there is every year, several stand-alone games will be announced before hand, meaning we will likely know at least one week and opponent for Pittsburgh ahead of the full schedule release. The Steelers full list of 2026 opponents are as follows: […]
Steelers reveal jersey numbers for 2026 rookies
The Pittsburgh Steelers have revealed the jersey numbers for their 2026 draft class, which are as follows: With Ben Skowronek in possession of No. 15, Allar takes 16, making him the first quarterback since Charlier Batch to wear the number for the Steelers. Bernard will give fans Eli Rodgers vibes in the slot with the […]
Darius Slay unloads on Steelers, Mike Tomlin defensive scheme
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran cornerback Darius Slay last offseason, continuing a long trend of signing veteran cornerbacks in the CB2 role. Steven Nelson, Ahkello Witherspoon, Patrick Peterson, Donte Jackson, and Slay all had varying degrees of success in Pittsburgh, but the latter didn’t even make it through a full season. Slay was released on […]
Aaron Rodgers expected to re-sign with Steelers this weekend
Part II of the Pittsburgh Steelers-Aaron Rodgers saga may finally be coming to an end. According to Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson of 93.7 The Fan, Rodgers will be in Pittsburgh and is expected to re-sign with the team as soon as this weekend. While many would be quick to write this off as just […]
‘A guy who’s gonna give it his all’ — An interview with Max Iheanachor’s college coach
While most had Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor in the first-round conversation entering the 2026 NFL Draft, not many thought that the Pittsburgh Steelers would be the team to take him off the board — not even Iheanachor’s college coach. This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Saga Tuitele, Arizona State’s offensive […]
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