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NFL writer ranks Steelers T.J. Watt contract among league’s worst
When the Pittsburgh Steelers signed star edge rusher T. J. Watt to a three-year, $123 million extension last summer, the move was viewed as a commitment to one of the franchise’s greatest defensive players. Less than a year later, however, not everyone is convinced the deal will age well. Bleacher Report’s Brad Gagnon ranked Watt’s […]
Saturday Night Open Thread: Wild Ride
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). Summer is rollin’ now. There’s already some highs (in the 90s here) and lows (Thunderstorms and some down trees. Keep your hands and feet inside the car and hold on tight, you never […]
NFL insider links Steelers to Brandon Aiyuk as fans roll their eyes
Well, here we go again. After two years of offseason speculation connecting the Steelers to San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, the rumor mill is once again churning. Longtime NFL reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala joined CBS’ sports radio, 93.7 The Fan this past week and was asked about the possibility of Pittsburgh pursuing Aiyuk should […]
10 long term goals for the 2026 Steelers
While the Steelers have their eyes set on a Super Bowl, or at least, a playoff win, entering 2026, this offseason has still had more of a long term planning feel to it. Pittsburgh made 10 draft picks, none of whom are guaranteed to start right away, and has started work on extending its young […]
Jaquan Brisker sees Steelers as a top 3 defense
Despite having the NFL’s most expensive defensive unit last season, the Pittsburgh Steelers ranked 26th in total defense. Like any team, Pittsburgh dealt with injuries to key players like T.J. Watt and Derrick Harmon, but it was still a disappointing season overall for what many expected to be a top-tier defense. With an entirely new […]
Mike McCarthy’s attention to detail is exactly what the Steelers need
The Pittsburgh Steelers have wrapped OTAs, meaning the next time they take the field will be in Latrobe for training camp on July 29. It will be the first camp for new head coach Mike McCarthy, as we get closer to seeing what this new era of Steelers football looks like on the field. One […]
Steelers asking price for Alex Highsmith trade revealed
The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to be centered around trade rumors and discussions. After signing rising star edge rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million contract extension, many have wondered if Pittsburgh will trade one of T.J. Watt or Alex Highsmith to give Herbig a larger role. Considering Watt’s dead Capp hit for 2026 would […]
Friday Night Happy Hour: Movin’ Right Along Edition
Welcome back to BTSC’s Friday night open thread:
Steelers host former Raiders defensive end to workout
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed former first-round linebacker Jamin Davis to a one-year deal last week. The former Commanders draft pick out of Kentucky spent 2025 with the Las Vegas Raiders, appearing in two games under then-defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, who now holds the same position in Pittsburgh. The Steelers aren’t done looking at former Raiders, […]
Steelers wide receiver surprisingly absent at OTAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers continued their final round of OTAs on Thursday, and there was a notable name not present. Per Chris Halicke of DK Pittsburgh Sports, wide receiver Roman Wilson was not present for Thursday’s practice. “Roman Wilson was missing among the wide receivers during the window open to the media,” Halicke writes. “He was not […]
Steelers Read & React: Unsung heroes entering 2026
It’s the NFL offseason, which means teams tend to get discussed in the most macro terms possible: the quarterbacks, the star players, game-by-game predictions, and so on. But sometimes, the greatest stories from training camp, minicamp, and OTAs are about the lesser-known players: the names fighting for a roster spot, filling in roles in a […]
Steelers sign former Broncos wide receiver
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed wide receiver Joaquin Davis to a one-year deal, the team announced. Additionally, the Steelers signed defensive back Daryl Porter and released long snapper Cal Adomitis and offensive lineman Aiden Williams. Davis went undrafted out of North Carolina Central, catching 92 passes and 12 touchdowns in his collegiate career. He spent […]
Former Steelers WR signs with AFC team
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Brandon Johnson is signing with the Las Vegas Raiders, per Aaron Wilson. The Steelers released Johnson on Tuesday to make room for punter Aidan Laros, whom they claimed off waivers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Johnson may have a better chance of earning a roster spot with the Raiders, whose […]
Nick Herbig predicts breakout season for another young Steelers’ defender
Nick Herbig is fresh off of signing a monster 4 year extension worth up to 100 million dollars with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Herbig’s role in the Steelers defense has grown in each of his three years with the team, and that trend is likely to continue in 2026. However, the newly-extended defender is confident in […]
Cam Heyward says Steelers are ‘embracing change’ away from Mike Tomlin
When the Pittsburgh Steelers take the field for the first time this preseason to unofficially begin their 2026 campaign, it will mark the first time since 2006 that someone other than Mike Tomlin is on the sideline as the team’s head coach. Tomlin resigned as Steelers head coach in January following a 30-6 loss to […]
Wednesday links: Can the Steelers be a top 10 defense?
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: Despite all their spending, the Steelers still have one more big deal to go — Joey Porter Jr. (From the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac): The team and Porter’s […]
Steelers release veteran wide receiver
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released veteran wide receiver Brandon Johnson, the team announced Tuesday. In correspondence with that move, Pittsburgh claimed punter Aidan Laros off waivers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Johnson originally signed with the Steelers in August, 2024 after being released by the Denver Broncos. He appeared in three games in the 2024 […]
Mike McCarthy very impressed with Darnell Washington
After setting career high in receptions and yards in 2025, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington earned a big time payday last week, signing a four year extension worth up to 42 million dollars. The deal ties Washington to the franchise through 2030 and gives him an opportunity to continue to become more involved in […]
Will Howard, Drew Allar get rare opportunity at Steelers OTAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers are back on the practice field in what will be their final round of OTAs. With mandatory minicamp having already taken place, there were some notable Steelers who didn’t appear to be present on Tuesday’s practice, including two quarterbacks. Both Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph weren’t on the field, leaving Will Howard […]
Caleb Williams gives massive compliment to Aaron Rodgers
With EA Sports revealing that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams as the cover athlete for Madden NFL 27, the rising star appeared at the EA Sports Opening Drive event. During the event, Williams was asked to share who he believes the greatest quarterback of all time is. “[Tom] Brady,” Williams said via Heavy “When you go seven […]
Let’s talk Steelers: How would you grade the Darnell Washington extension?
Steelers general manager Omar Khan has been focusing on extending his successful 2023 draft class recently, giving us plenty of new contracts to grade. Recently, we talked about the risk and reward of outside linebacker Nick Herbig’s recent four-year, $100 million contract. Now, let’s do the same for Darnell Washington’s four-year, $42 million deal. How […]
Steelers’ Alex Highsmith returns to practice
Crisis averted, even if there probably wasn’t one in the first place. Steelers edge rusher Alex Highsmith missed the team’s practice on Wednesday, the second day of the team’s mandatory minicamp. The timing was suspicious, with Highsmith’s fellow outside linebacker Nick Herbig signing a four-year, $100 million extension the day before — a deal that […]
Trust the Board — Episode 14: Steelers extensions and the begining of our NFL division review series
Trust the Board is back with episode 14. We’re kicking off our summer series reviewing each NFL division. Don’t worry, though, we also make time for “Steelers Corner.” We appreciate if you listen/watch to the whole thing, but if you’re looking for Steelers-specific talk, we have some at the beginning and more in-depth at the […]
3 NFC heavy-hitters named teams to watch for Alex Highsmith trade
The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to constantly be at the center of trade discussions. And to be fair, the team has made several exchanges over the last two years. Since March, 2024, Pittsburgh has acquired or sent away each of these players: And now, many expect Pittsburgh to move at least one more notable name before […]
Recently retired Steelers WR praises Aaron Rodgers
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen at the tail end of the 2025 NFL season amidst struggles at the position. Thielen had returned to the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, the team that drafted him for which he carved out a very respectable career before signing with the Carolina Panthers in 2023. Thielen […]
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