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Former Steelers WR signs with NFC East team
Last week, Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. and former Steelers team MVP Juju Smith-Schuster exchanged comments on Instagram that sparked rumors of a potential reunion between Smith-Schuster and Pittsburgh. Pittman even asked when the wide receiver was “coming home.” All talks of a potenital reunion can now be put to rest, as Smith-Schuster signed with […]
Myles Garrett traded out of AFC North
First Maxx Crosby, now Myles Garrett. Two elite edge rushers that the Steelers were scheduled to play in the AFC North are now off Pittsburgh’s schedule, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a deal to send Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. However, Cleveland’s edge room won’t be depleted, […]
Myles Garrett leaving the AFC North
First Maxx Crosby, now Myles Garrett. Two elite edge rushers that the Steelers were scheduled to play in the AFC North are now off Pittsburgh’s schedule, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a deal to send Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. However, Cleveland’s edge room won’t be depleted, […]
Former Steelers QB signs with CBS as new NFL analyst
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is signing a deal with CBS to become the network’s newest NFL analyst, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. While the role is yet to be defined, it had been rumored that Wilson could replace Matt Ryan on The NFL Today after the former NFL MVP was named the President […]
Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson is playing for his job
Every rep this spring is crucial for Pittsburgh Steelers second-year running back Kaleb Johnson. The Iowa product is coming off a disappointing rookie campaign after being selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Many thought that with the departure of Najee Harris, Johnson would be the No. 2 back behind Jaylen Warren. […]
Former Steelers OC Todd Haley fires back at Mike Tomlin comments
2026 will mark the first year that the Pittsburgh Steelers have had a new head coach since 2007 when Mike Tomlin took over for Bill Cowher. Tomlin stepped down as head coach after 19 seasons at the helm following a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans in the wild card round. In recent weeks, there […]
Steelers rookie labeled player who must produce right away
The Pittsburgh Steelers made a significant investment in their passing game this offseason, acquiring Michael Pittman Jr. to pair alongside DK Metcalf and provide veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers with additional weapons. Despite those additions, one NFL analyst believes rookie wide receiver Germie Bernard could play a critical role in the offense from day one. Genaro […]
Steelers insider believes Mason Rudolph will be QB2 in 2026
While much of the national attention surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers has focused on veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, an intriguing battle is unfolding behind him on the depth chart. Veteran Mason Rudolph and second-year quarterback Will Howard are seemingly in a battle for the backup quarterback job. And while many have penciled in Howard to win […]
Saturday Night Open Thread
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). Schools are winding down, and summer is here (or close to here) for many kids. It’s been a few decades since I enjoyed a summer-off. The Steelers are doing OTAs followed by mandatory […]
Eric Ebron reveals reason why Steelers offense fell apart in 2020 season
The Pittsburgh Steelers looked like legitimate Super Bowl contenders through the first half of the 2020 season, racing out to an 11-0 start and appearing destined for a deep playoff run. Instead, the season unraveled down the stretch, culminating in a stunning 48-37 Wild Card loss to the Cleveland Browns. According to former Steelers tight […]
Drew Allar makes big strides at Steelers OTAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up their second week of OTAs on Friday, and their rookie class continues to impress. Wide receiver Germie Bernard has been a hot topic of conversation with how strong he’s looked over the first two weeks of team activities, and now it’s quarterback Drew Allar’s turn. The third-round pick out of […]
Another former Steelers WR attempting NFL comeback
This has seemingly been the spring of former Steelers looking to get back on respective NFL rosters. Chase Claypool was present at Green Bay Packers rookie minicamp at the beginning of May, which did not lead to a contract for the former second-round pick. Now, yet another former Steelers wideout is seemingly attempting to make […]
Friday Night Happy Hour
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Steelers fire senior special teams coach in shock move
The Steelers have parted ways with senior special teams coach Derius Swinton II “due to a violation of club policy,” ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Friday morning. The exact details of the policy Swinton reportedly violated are unclear. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor reported Friday that Swinton “was dismissed due to workplace misconduct.” Part of the Steelers’ new […]
Micah Parsons recruiting Mike Tomlin to Packers
Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was seen at Game 6 of the NBA Western Conference Finals in San Antonio between the Spurs and Thunder, amongst several other athletes and respective celebrities. Of those athletes that attended San Antonio’s 118-91 win was Green Bay Packers All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons, who was seen dapping […]
Steelers rookie CB Daylen Everette is turning heads at OTAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers made 10 selections during the 2026 NFL Draft, with many of them drawing strong reactions from the fanbase. Whether that was due to the intrigue surrounding the pick (offensive tackle Max Iheanachor), the position they played (quarterback Drew Allar), their unique personality (guard Gennings Dunker), or because of their hometown ties (offensive […]
Steelers RB Rico Dowdle excited for ‘thunder and lightning’ duo with Jaylen Warren
The Pittsburgh Steelers are the only team in the NFL with two running backs who topped 1,000 scrimmage yards in 2025. Jaylen Warren finished last season with 1,291 yards from scrimmage and eight touchdowns. After letting 2025 team MVP Kenneth Gainwell walk in free agency and seeing him land with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Pittsburgh […]
Steelers LB Patrick Queen responds to trade rumors, contract talk
In 2024, the Pittsburgh Steelers gave linebacker Patrick Queen the richest external deal in team history, signing the former Baltimore Ravens first-round pick to a three-year, $41 million deal. Queen was a Pro Bowl selection in his first season with Pittsburgh, registering 129 total tackles and forcing two fumbles. He followed that up with a […]
Ben Roethlisberger has serious doubts about Drew Allar
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback situation has been one of the top stories in the NFL for a third consecutive offseason. There was more than enough attention on Aaron Rodgers returning for his second season with the team, but the Steelers added even more discussion around the position when they drafted Drew Allar out of Penn […]
Steelers rookie FB Riley Nowakowski still a factor at TE
The Steelers’ fifth-round pick in 2026, Riley Nowakowski was a National Championship tight end/H-back for the Indiana Hoosiers. Now on Pittsburgh’s roster, he’s the lone player with “FB” next to his name. However, the Steelers seem to be playing him at more than just fullback to open the offseason. Speaking to the media at OTAs […]
Steelers DL coach hints at changes for Keeanu Benton, Yahya Black
With an almost entirely new coaching staff in 2026, the Steelers defense should look different this season. At the team’s OTA on Wednesday, several assistant coaches spoke to the media, including new defensive line coach Domata Peko, who hinted at some position changes for Pittsburgh’s Keeanu Benton and Yahya Black. Under the team’s former defensive […]
Steelers QB coach raves about Will Howard’s performance in OTAs
Will Howard is receiving every opportunity so far to earn the Steelers backup quarterback job. Throughout the first four practices at OTAs, the Steelers have given the Ohio State product second-team reps, battling veteran Mason Rudolph for the role – and potentially a roster spot. Omar Khan and Mike McCarthy have frequently gone above and […]
Steelers have big plans for Jalen Ramsey
The Pittsburgh Steelers got a long of bang for their buck with Jalen Ramsey in 2025. The Super Bowl champion defensive back wore a lot of hats for the Steelers’ defense, lining up on the boundary at nickel, and safety on his way to an eighth Pro Bowl appearance. With a new defensive staff comes […]
Steelers Read & React: Drafting the Steelers’ schedule
The schedule has been mostly set for the 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers. While the team is currently holding OTAs, there isn’t much actual football yet to discuss at this point in the calendar. That won’t begin until the team heads up to Latrobe this summer for training camp, and we won’t have any meaningful football until […]
Former Steelers WR reveals why he left Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Steelers brought in veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling in the middle of the 2025 NFL season, bringing in Aaron Rodgers’ long-time friend and former teammate with the Green Bay Packers to aid the receiving corps. After being elevated to the active roster, Valdes-Scantling had 10 catches for 80 yards and a touchdown in […]
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