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Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,973)
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 at 5:30 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander, Jake Brockhoff, and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. […]
‘An Old, Married Couple’: Mason Rudolph Sheds Light On Relationship Between Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled to find a long-term solution at quarterback ever since Ben Roethlisberger retired. But heading into training camp, the quarterback room is arguably more interesting than it’s been in recent years. Mike McCarthy is coaching it, Aaron Rodgers is leading it, and three names who each have a valid argument to […]
Analyst Shares Gut Feeling Of RB Who Will Lead Steelers Backfield This Season
After losing Team MVP Kenneth Gainwell in free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers pivoted quickly and added a dependable power back in Rico Dowdle, reuniting him with head coach Mike McCarthy. The addition of Dowdle appears to be an upgrade over Gainwell and gives McCarthy the exact type of back he’s looking for in his power […]
Steelers Reporter Names ‘Standout’ Player From First Training Camp Practice
The pads aren’t on yet, but the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first day of training camp practice is in the books. There are already some impressive, noteworthy performances. According to 93.7 The Fan’s Steelers reporter Jeff Hathhorn, CB Asante Samuel Jr. performed better than the rest. “You know who had a good day? Asante Samuel [Jr.],” Hathhorn […]
Rich Eisen Points Out ‘Measuring Stick Game’ For Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 schedule looks like it will get more difficult as the season progresses. The first half of their season doesn’t look too bad, as they’ll only face one team that made the playoffs last year. However, the second half of the Steelers’ schedule looks more daunting, as they’ll face five playoff teams […]
‘Something We Begged For:’ Beat Writer Highlights McCarthy’s Attention To Detail In Contrast To Tomlin
One of the biggest knocks on Mike Tomlin for nearly two decades was his game management. From replay challenges and analytically questionable fourth-down decisions to clock management, those criticisms followed him throughout his Pittsburgh Steelers tenure. Mike McCarthy’s staff already appears to be taking a different approach after just one public training camp practice. “Mike […]
‘Weren’t Crisp:’ Beat Writer Sees ‘Early Issues’ In Chemistry Between Rodgers And Bernard, Wilson
A football team is far from its best form during the first training camp practice of the year. While there were some exciting takeaways from Wednesday’s session, there’s also plenty for the Pittsburgh Steelers to iron out. Aside from Aaron Rodgers, it’s a bit of a learning process for the rest of Pittsburgh’s offense as […]
‘Really No Difference’: Patrick Queen Dismisses Concerns About Steelers Not Tackling During Training Camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers have kicked off training camp, and there are a few notable differences this year. Change was expected with Mike Tomlin out and Mike McCarthy in as head coach. One of the more surprising changes is that the Steelers won’t have live tackling during practices. Tomlin often emphasized physicality, but McCarthy is taking […]
Analyst Says Steelers Fans Supporting Aaron Rodgers Is ‘A Not-Knowing-Ball Situation’
Aaron Rodgers is back for another season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he’s also confirmed that he plans on retiring once the year ends. Many people expected Rodgers to call it quits after the 2025 season. However, he decided to return for one last ride. While not everyone loves the Steelers re-signing Rodgers, there’s some […]
‘They Have A Number In Mind’: Insider Thinks Steelers Won’t Budge On Joey Porter Jr. Contract
As the cornerback market continues to rise around them, the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t appear ready to change their approach with Joey Porter Jr. According to the P-G’s Ray Fittipaldo, the Steelers have a valuation in mind and aren’t going to be swayed by what is happening across the NFL. “I don’t think they’re moved by […]
Saints Likely To Be Without Star Defender In Week 7 Against Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints will play each other in France in Week 7, but the Saints defense took a big hit ahead of that game. DL Bryan Breese is feared to have suffered a torn ACL, according to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. #Saints DT Bryan Bresee, one of the linchpins their defense […]
‘Most-Conditioned Team By End Of Camp:’ Michael Pittman Jr. Believes Two-Minute Drills Will Pay Dividends
What does Pittsburgh Steelers training camp look like under new head coach Mike McCarthy? We already know that practices won’t feature live tackling, a big departure from previous years. But what will we see under an offensive-minded head coach? New Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. already sees a major focus after the first day of […]
‘We’re On One Page’: Patrick Queen Shares First Impressions Of New-Look Steelers Defense
The Pittsburgh Steelers are remaining in the 3-4 defense moving forward under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy, but that doesn’t mean everything remains the same on the defensive side of the football. With new coordinator Patrick Graham stepping in to oversee the defense, creating serious buzz in Pittsburgh, things are changing from personnel responsibilities to […]
Cam Heyward Names One Mike McCarthy Message He Already Loves
The Pittsburgh Steelers are just getting into the swing of things in Latrobe, taking part in their first training camp practice on Wednesday. Things look very different this year with a new coaching staff that is trying to implement its own way of doing things. Speaking Tuesday, DK Metcalf said even Mike McCarthy is still […]
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 Training Camp Injury Report – July 29
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their 2026 training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., on Wednesday, but three players will have to wait to get their work in. CBs Joey Porter Jr. and Donte Kent, as well as DB Jalen Ramsey began training camp on the PUP list and did not participate on Wednesday. […]
Eli Heidenreich ‘Gonna Be Hard To Cut’ Once He Gets On The Field, Says Former NFL GM
When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected RB Eli Heidenreich in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft, it was the feel-good story of the entire three-day extravaganza. However, feel-good stories only last so long in the NFL. You can’t make a career out of them. You need to make a difference on the field to […]
Kaboly Downplays Lack Of Tackling At Steelers Training Camp
Mike McCarthy is putting his own stamp on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and nowhere is that more evident than on the practice field. While he has embraced many of the traditions that have defined the franchise, the new head coach has also shown a willingness to challenge some of them — including his decision to eliminate […]
Roman Wilson Exploring New Role Early In Steelers Training Camp
If you aren’t a starter on offense or defense, special teams can be the difference between locking up a spot on the 53-man roster and finding yourself on the outside looking in. Roman Wilson may be adding another way to make his case this summer. According to our Alex Kozora, Wilson was involved in the […]
T.J. Watt Already Putting Steelers’ New Defensive Philosophy Into Action
The Pittsburgh Steelers have talked about moving around their edge rushers for the past few years. However, they’ve never put their money where their mouth is. T.J. Watt has stuck to the left side, and Alex Highsmith has been on the right side. Things might be different with the new Steelers coaching staff, though. Watt […]
Broderick Jones Opens Camp As Second-Team Left Tackle
One day after receiving full clearance to practice in training camp and avoiding the Active/PUP list, Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Broderick Jones got right to work in the first practice at Saint Vincent College on Wednesday. In the first practice, Jones opened up as the second-team left tackle behind Troy Fautanu, sticking at a familiar position […]
Steelers Unveil Starting Offensive Line To Begin Camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ starting offensive line during their first camp install period looked the same as it did one month ago during OTAs. Per our Alex Kozora, from left to right the Steelers had Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick, Zach Frazier, Spencer Anderson and Dylan Cook as their first offensive line unit to begin training camp. […]
Aaron Rodgers Will Be On ‘Rep Count’ Early In Camp, Mike McCarthy Says
A day after Aaron Rodgers told reporters he’d like some days off in his final training camp, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said in a press conference that Rodgers will be on a “rep count” early in camp, according to Mark Kaboly of The Pat McAfee Show. Aaron Rodgers will be on a rep […]
McCarthy: ‘Something Flared Up’ With Joey Porter Jr., No Timeline To Return
The big question entering training camp for Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was how much he’d participate as the fourth-year player seeks a new contract. Turns out, that question is moot now as Porter landed on the Active/PUP list Tuesday afternoon following the team’s conditioning test. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor reported Tuesday afternoon that Porter […]
‘Best Three-Man Rotation’: Steelers Pass Rushers Land Inside CBS Sports’ Top 5 Rankings
It begins and ends with the pass rush for the Pittsburgh Steelers. To be the defense they envision being, and have been throughout their history, the Steelers have to consistently get after the quarterback. Entering the 2026 season, they’re well-positioned to do that once again. T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig form a formidable […]
Steelers 2026 Training Camp: 1st Public Practice Live Blog And Highlights – Wednesday 7/29
The Pittsburgh Steelers are back at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Wednesday for their first training camp practice that’s open to the public, and our own Alex Kozora and Tim Rice will both be in attendance. Throughout the day, I will live blog Alex’s tweets along with all of the other great tweets and […]