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Will Howard took pay cut to go from Ohio State to Steelers
Will Howard got to live the dream of every college prospect last April when he heard his name called by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2025 NFL Draft. What likely wasn’t in his dream, though, was making less money than he did in college. In a recent piece for The Athletic, Howard told David Ubben […]
AFC North adds another star as Bengals trade for Dexter Lawrence
The AFC North just added another elite defender, with the Bengals trading for New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Saturday. The trade reportedly includes the Bengals sending their first-round pick — No. 10 overall — in the 2026 draft to New York. Now, Cincinnati’s first pick is scheduled to be […]
Saturday Night Open Thread: Draft Punks
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). The NFL draft starts on Thursday 4/23, where all 32 teams will try to get harder, better, faster, stronger. This is the point in the offseason where everyone believes their team can change […]
Steelers could look to trade QB Mason Rudolph
The Pittsburgh Steelers could be facing an unexpected shakeup at quarterback — and it may involve a familiar name once again on the move. If the Steelers were forced to release an official depth chart today, Mason Rudolph would likely sit atop it. With Aaron Rodgers still undecided about his future, Rudolph remains the most […]
Steelers DC Patrick Graham reveals linebacker prototype Pittsburgh wants
The Pittsburgh Steelers have 12 picks in next week’s NFL Draft. With the sheer volume of picks they are currently slated to make, Pittsburgh could look to bolster several rooms that need added depth. The linebacker room certainly fits that mold. During his media availability on Friday, new Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham talked about […]
Friday Night Happy Hour: Last Weekend Before the Draft Edition
Welcome to BTSC’s Friday night open thread:
Art Rooney confirms Steelers not drafting quarterback in first round
The Pittsburgh Steelers currently have two quarterbacks on their roster just one week ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. And while they have continued to be patient as they await a decision from Aaron Rodgers, time is running out on the expected decision ahead of the draft. Even if Rodgers does return to the Steelers, […]
Steelers special teams coordinator hints Pittsburgh will draft a new return man
The Steelers had sort of a revolving door of return men during the 2025 season. They relied heavily on their running backs to return kickoffs, which is simply not very practical given the injury risk that kickoffs have. The punt returning was largely handled by Calvin Austin when he was healthy, however, Austin signed with […]
Steelers WR Michael Pittman not worried about Aaron Rodgers uncertainty
One of the newest additions to the Pittsburgh Steelers has weighed in on the ongoing uncertainty surrounding veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Appearing on Good Morning Football, wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. addressed the situation candidly, acknowledging that even those inside the locker room remain in the dark about Rodgers’ future. “You know, I have no idea,” […]
Steelers OC Brian Angelichio raves about Will Howard
The Pittsburgh Steelers will undergo their third offensive change since the start of the 2023 season. After Arthur Smith replaced Matt Canada, new head coach Mike McCarthy hired Minnesota Vikings tight ends coach and pass game coordinator Brian Angelichio to help run his offense. Speaking to the media for the first time on Friday, Angelichio […]
Steelers DC Patrick Graham noncommittal about Jalen Ramsey
The Pittsburgh Steelers will look much different on the sideline than fans have grown custom to. Along with Mike McCarthy taking over for Mike Tomlin, new coordinators are in place, as well. New defensive coordinator Patrick Graham joined the Steelers’ staff after holding the same role with the Las Vegas Raiders. Graham spoke with the […]
Top WR prospect tells Steelers exactly why they should draft him
The Pittsburgh Steelers will be on the clock one week from tonight, and they could go in a flurry of directions with the No. 21 pick. With needs at receiver and interior offensive line, the Steelers will have a large talent pool to choose from. Ahead of the draft, one of those potential selections sent […]
NFL draft profile 2026: Germie Bernard (Wide receiver, Alabama)
The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh! This draft season, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital, and their fit with the Steelers. One of the top Day 2 receivers in the […]
Former Steelers GM Kevin Colbert reveals new role with Ohio State
Former Pittsburgh Steelers general manager revealed that he is serving in an advisory role for Ohio State’s football team. “I do some work with Ohio State evaluating their draft-eligible players and giving them an opinion as to whether they should enter the draft or stay for more development and so on and so forth,” Colbert […]
Steelers hit home run in Mel Kiper’s final mock draft
The NFL Draft is just one week away, and there are several names to watch in terms of who the Pittsburgh Steelers could select. Will they take a wide receiver? Perhaps take a big swing at a quarterback? Or will they go elsewhere? In Mel Kiper’s final mock draft, he has the Steelers strengthening their […]
Parish’s 2026 NFL Draft Gems: Cornerbacks
Each year since joining BTSC in 2024, Ryan Parish has put together a draft gems list. This series is not meant to predict who the Steelers will pick, but rather highlight players Ryan thinks will be viable NFL players, and should be available in Rounds 2-7. Looking for more? Check out Ryan’s picks this year at: The Steelers often […]
2026 NFL Draft guide: Pittsburgh cuisine, activities, and experiences for visitors
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off in just one week, and excitement is building in the host city of Pittsburgh. It has been nearly a century since the Steel City last hosted the NFL Draft. Known for its die-hard sports fans, black and gold is bled across vast distances. From the beautiful landscape in Butler […]
NFL draft profile 2026: Keylan Rutledge (Offensive guard, Georgia Tech)
The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh! This draft season, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital, and their fit with the Steelers. One of the 2026 NFL Draft cycle’s most consistent […]
Former Steelers OT Alejandro Villanueva recounts viral National Anthem moment
Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva has one of the best stories in NFL history. From doing multiple tours of Afghanistan to becoming a Pro Bowl offensive tackle, the former army ranger quickly became a fan-favorite in Pittsburgh due to his great play and for his service of his country. Not only was Villanueva […]
Steelers host rising DB for final top-30 visit
The Steelers have now used all of their 30 pre-draft visit slots, with Steelers Now’s Alan Saunders reporting Wednesday that the team hosted Arizona cornerback/safety Treydan Stukes for a visit. Stukes visited alongside Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, who was previously reported. Now that the list is finalized, you can view BTSC’s pre-draft visit tracker […]
Steelers legend Hines Ward will be in Pittsburgh for NFL Draft
The NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is just over a week away, and one of the great Steelers of all time is coming back to the city for the occasion. Hines Ward will be in attendance for the NFL Draft. The Super Bowl XL MVP is currently the wide receivers coach at Arizona State, and he […]
Steelers Read & React: Spring Mailbag 2026 Pt. 1
We’re in the twilight period of the NFL season. Free agency’s main wave has come and gone, and anticipation for the NFL Draft has reached a boiling point. The writers of BTSC are still churning out draft profiles and other related content, but the bulk of our research and preparation for the draft is done. […]
Steelers host Penn State QB Drew Allar to pre-draft visit
The Pittsburgh Steelers are down to their final handful of pre-draft visits, and they are bringing in one of the more polarizing names at quarterback to the South Side. The Steelers are hosting Penn State quarterback Drew Allar to a visit, per Tom Pelissero. Allar was at one time projected to be a first-round pick […]
NFL analyst reveals QB prospect Steelers have their eyes on
Roger Goodell is only nine days away from officially opening the 2026 NFL Draft on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. The Steel City will be the center of the sports world for three days as the seven-round draft commences outside of Acrisure Stadium. The Steelers own the 21st pick and remain without a franchise quarterback or an […]
Wednesday links: What’s your favorite unexpected Steelers playoff run?
It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a weekly Steelers links roundup at BTSC. But first, let’s take a look around the AFC North: Now, onto some Steelers news and discussion: Will the Steelers break a 20-year trend by capitalizing on this golden age of receivers in the NFL Draft? (From the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Christopher Carter): The hit rate […]
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