Patrick Graham isn’t just retaining the Steelers’ 3-4 defense under Mike McCarthy, beat writer Mike DeFabo believes. With a new coordinator in charge, we might even see other aspects return that faded under Mike Tomlin. Specifically, based on his spring observations and conversations with players and coaches, we may see the outside linebacker position return […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to make Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick long-term extension priorities next offseason. On Monday, the market for that future investment became a little clearer after the New York Jets and Joe Tippmann reportedly agreed to a four-year, $66.4 million extension. Full terms: The #Jets and G Joe Tippmann have agreed […]
It’s fair to say rookie CB Daylen Everette had a successful spring, drawing attention for his work covering DK Metcalf. The Steelers’ top receiver, Metcalf is a challenge simply due to his size and physicality. He has speed on top of that, but so does the third-round defensive back, who is no shrimp, either. With […]
The Steelers want to run a certain type of offense under Mike McCarthy, but it may take time before they can lean into their personality. Moving back toward more 11 personnel with three wide receivers on the field, they may not be ready to deploy that right away. While they have reliable options at the […]
Player: LS Christian Kuntz Stock Value: Up Reasoning: Christian Kuntz currently has no challengers for the starting long snapper job after the Steelers parted with veteran Cal Adomitis. Despite his veteran status, Kuntz has annually watched the team bring in other long snappers, hosting numerous tryout players. Thus far, he has continued to hold onto […]
While Spencer Anderson ran with the first-team offense, is he in the driver’s seat to claim a starting guard spot? Former OL Trai Essex and QB Charlie Batch believe so, analyzing the upcoming training camp battle. Having lost Isaac Seumalo in free agency, Pittsburgh has accumulated a group of candidates, but they have no starter—yet. […]
For the first time in his career, the Ravens are challenging Lamar Jackson with a completely new offense under new OC Declan Doyle. Hired by new HC Jesse Minter, Doyle is just months older than Jackson. But he presents new ideas for the nine-year quarterback, and thus far, he has been embracing the challenges that […]
Will Yahya Black challenge Keeanu Benton for playing time? Ever since DL coach Domata Peko raved about Yahya Black, it seems it’s fueled speculation that he could play over Keeanu Benton. And this isn’t just idle speculation—it’s idle speculation from beat writers. Ray Fittipaldo has been the strongest proponent of this theory, reiterating it repeatedly. […]
Continuing our series deconstructing the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 offseason roster, we’re climbing the ladder to those on the outside looking in. A reminder of how I arrive at the below percentages. – The numbers reflect the chances of making the Week One roster for the Atlanta Falcons game. It does not include the odds of […]
A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for June 14. STEELERS GET IN WORLD CUP SPIRIT The World Cup began on Thursday, and the Steelers got into the […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ starters at safety should be set, with Jalen Ramsey and DeShon Elliott set to open the season as starters. Jaquan Brisker will also see plenty of playing time, but what happens behind those three will be one of the team’s most interesting position battles. The Steelers signed veteran Darnell Savage, bring back […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are beginning training camp later than usual with a July 28 report date, giving the team 14 open practices, one less than last year’s 15. The later start to camp means it will also end later, with Pittsburgh’s last practice session coming Aug. 17, compared to Aug. 12 last season. Former Steeler […]
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Terrible Take. Think of it as a super-mini version of The Terrible Podcast. A short, 1-3 minute episode seven days a week, every weekday at 5 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. […]
At some point in the next few months, the Pittsburgh Steelers will likely extend CB Joey Porter Jr. He had a strong 2025 campaign and is expected to be paid toward the top of the cornerback market. Porter will be tested immediately to start the 2026 season, and he’s going to be the Steelers’ most […]
On Thursday, the Kansas City Chiefs traded OT Wanya Morris and a seventh-round pick to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick. Morris was buried on Kansas City’s depth chart and started just one game last season, but according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, “multiple teams” were interested in his services once the […]
I didn’t expect a year ago to need to write an article stating the case for Kaleb Johnson to make the roster ahead of his second season. The Pittsburgh Steelers third-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, Johnson had a brutal start to his NFL career. A botched kickoff return in Week 2 landed him […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost Connor Heyward to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency, and with the Raiders, Heyward is moving to a more traditional fullback role. Appearing on Movin’ The Chains on SiriusXM NFL Radio earlier this week, Heyward discussed his transition after primarily playing tight end with the Steelers. “I feel like the […]
One of the big topics coming out of the Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs is a potential change in role for DL Keeanu Benton. Benton has largely been Pittsburgh’s primary nose tackle since being selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, though that seems likely to change this year. Benton is also on the […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have wrapped up OTAs and won’t be back together as a team until they report for training camp on July 28. When they do, there very well could be some new faces quickly added to the mix. Since Khan has taken over as Steelers general manager, at least one player traded for […]
Before the 2025 season, the Pittsburgh Steelers rewarded T.J. Watt with a three-year, $123 million extension. Though some on the outside expressed doubts about extending an aging pass rusher, the Steelers never wavered in their commitment to one of their franchise cornerstones. After a tough season that included a freak injury and a dip in […]
Even after drafting Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers could still be in the market for a quarterback in the 2027 NFL Draft. It’s a draft that looks talent-rich at quarterback as things stand right now, and The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner broke that talent down into tiers. In a draft […]
As we’ve done in the past, we’re putting together an offseason review of young Pittsburgh Steelers players and where they can improve the most ahead of the 2026 season. We’ll start with second-year DL Derrick Harmon. Harmon had a solid rookie year. Even missing five games with multiple knee injuries, his run defense was steady […]
While the Steelers’ training camp might not be as physical under Mike McCarthy, one beat writer predicts it will be as intense. Especially if spring practices are anything to go on, the roster can expect little downtime once on the field. Under Mike Tomlin, there was hard hitting and popping of pads, but also, seemingly, […]
The Steelers have been working hard to lock up the 2023 draft class, but will Keeanu Benton be the one who gets away? Entering his fourth season, he is due for a new contract before we reach September, though there are no guarantees. The front office’s major priority is fellow 2023 second-round draft pick, CB […]
Rookie Drew Allar might be in Mike McCarthy’s “QB School”, but he’s also learning on the job from Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers’ starting quarterback and a future Hall of Famer, Rodgers has been open with his knowledge and experience. He helped nurture Will Howard a year ago as a rookie, and now he’s doing the […]