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‘Held Together By Chicken Wire’: Analyst Questions Steelers’ Offensive Depth
A couple of issues plagued the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025. One of the biggest was a lack of depth on the offensive side of the ball. The receiver position was a prime example, as Pittsburgh had to rely on midseason additions like Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Adam Thielen. Bolstering their offense, especially at receiver, was a […]
James Harrison Predicts Career Year For Michael Pittman Jr.
Needing to plug the WR2 hole once and for all, Pittsburgh Steelers GM Omar Khan made a very savvy move right before the start of free agency. Khan landed veteran Michael Pittman Jr. via trade from the Indianapolis Colts in a seventh-round pick swap. The Steelers extended Pittman in the process, ensuring that the steady […]
Joe Haden: Steelers Offense Will Be ‘Light-Years Better’ Under Mike McCarthy, Has Chance To Be ‘Unbelievable’
While the Pittsburgh Steelers haven’t had a losing season since 2003, everything hasn’t always gone smoothly for them. Specifically, they’ve had a tough time getting their offense going since Ben Roethlisberger retired. Replacing a franchise quarterback isn’t easy, but the Steelers haven’t done their signal callers many favors. Their last few offensive play callers have […]
NFL Announces Big Change To 2027 League Calendar
NFL free agency will begin on March 9, 2027, according to NFL Media insider Tom Pelissero. Mark your calendars: The NFL’s free agent negotiating window opens March 9, 2027. — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) July 7, 2026 Free agency will begin just one day after the conclusion of the NFL Combine, which runs from March 1-8. […]
Germie Bernard Ranked Among Rookies Who Will Make Biggest Impact
While the Pittsburgh Steelers waited until the second round to draft a wide receiver, the early reviews on Germie Bernard have been positive. Bernard is expected to play a key role in Pittsburgh’s receiver room this season, and SI’s Justin Melo believes Bernard will be one of the league’s most impactful rookies in 2026. Melo […]
90 In 30: Steelers 2026 Training Camp Preview Series — Kaleb Johnson, Cameron Johnston, Broderick Jones
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 offseason practices concluded in the middle of June. Next up is the team’s annual training camp, which will get underway in late July at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Ahead of that, we will preview the team’s offseason roster three players at a time as part of a multi-post series. This […]
Sports Illustrated Makes ‘Bold Prediction’ For Breakout Steelers Player
The Pittsburgh Steelers are loaded at outside linebacker with a terrific trio of T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and the newly-extended Nick Herbig. Together, those three form arguably the best outside linebacker room in the NFL. It might be the best group of pass rushers in the league, too. They’re all highly compensated for a reason, […]
Troy Polamalu’s Eldest Son Commits To Stanford
Pittsburgh Steelers fans may have flashbacks to one of the greatest players in franchise history when they tune in to watch Stanford in the coming years. Troy Polamalu’s eldest son, Paisios, has verbally committed to the Cardinal to play football. Class of 2027 ATH Paisios Polamalu (St. Augustine) has committed to Stanford . pic.twitter.com/ZH9JZQAaLA — […]
Omar Khan Should Remember His Words If Teams Come Calling About A Cornerback
There’s been a hint of discussion, at least over the internet, about the Pittsburgh Steelers trading away one of their cornerbacks. It’s one part offseason boredom, one part Pittsburgh’s great depth, and one part happenings around the league. Like the Detroit Lions releasing former first-round pick Terrion Arnold after his felony charges. On paper, the […]
NFL Exec Poll Puts Joey Porter Jr.’s Market Value Under The Microscope
Joey Porter Jr. is amid contract negotiations that many believe could make him one of the NFL’s highest-paid cornerbacks. Does his track record justify that price tag? ESPN’s annual poll of coaches, scouts, and executives suggests the league isn’t quite there yet. Porter was left off the top-10 list but made honorable mention at No. […]
Steelers’ New Coaching Staff Could Help Solve Biggest Knock Against Joey Porter Jr., Kaboly Believes
One of the knocks against Joey Porter Jr. is his lack of interceptions, but what if the Steelers’ new coaching staff can help with that? Following Mike Tomlin’s resignation, Mike McCarthy brought in nearly an entirely new unit. It’s now Patrick Graham leading the defense, and he had no previous ties to Pittsburgh’s defensive lineage. […]
The Steelers Finally Have Clarity At Two Long-Ignored Positions
For the first time in years, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally have clarity at two key positions heading into training camp. The Steelers don’t have any questions about who will man their WR2 or slot corner spot. Since Cam Sutton left the Steelers before the 2023 season, the slot cornerback position hasn’t had a consistent starter. […]
‘Like Nothing I’d Ever Seen’: Rich Gannon Gushes About Mike McCarthy’s Impact On His Career
The Steelers liked Mike McCarthy as their next head coach in part because they believe he can extricate them from purgatory. Quarterback purgatory, to be more specific. The 62-year-old McCarthy has a reputation for developing the position, and it’s the biggest thing currently holding Pittsburgh back. Since Ben Roethlisberger retired, the Steelers have taken several […]
Depot Debate: Which Steelers Right Guard Will Start The Most Games?
With Mason McCormick’s move to left guard to remain alongside Troy Fautanu, the right side of Pittsburgh’s offensive line becomes the Steelers’ most consequential training camp battle. The spring practices suggest that either Spencer Anderson or Brock Hoffman will emerge as the Week 1 starter, but who will have started the most games by the […]
Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – DL Sebastian Joseph-Day
Player: DL Sebastian Joseph-Day Stock Value: Up Reasoning: Despite his somewhat low profile, Sebastian Joseph-Day may be a bigger contributor than many on the outside expect. At least, that’s what you might have heard from certain beat reporters. Defensive linemen haven’t done much yet this offseason, but he does add experienced, veteran depth. And outside […]
Beat Writer Explains Where Things Go Wrong For Roman Wilson
Going into his third season, Roman Wilson still has everything to prove—even if he does everything right between games. Or, at least on the practice field and in the manner in which he works. The former third-round draft pick has yet to catch on, and his chances are likely running low. So what exactly is […]
The Browns Actually Did Something Smart Related To Deshaun Watson, Records Show
The Browns’ trade for Deshaun Watson was undoubtedly one of the worst in history—but they managed to salvage something out of it. Part of the trade dictated that they sign him to a five-year, fully guaranteed $230 million contract. According to Pro Football Talk, they managed to wriggle their way out of a good portion […]
Are We Overestimating The Role Riley Nowakowski Will Have On Offense?
Are we overestimating the role Riley Nowakowski will play in the Steelers’ offense? For a fifth-round draft pick, it really seems some may be putting the cart before the horse with Riley Nowakowski. Drafted with the fullback classification, he fits, positionally, with Mike McCarthy’s offense and general philosophy. But he still has to, you know, […]
Depot After Dark: Former Safety Joins NFLPA, Bleier To Be Keynote Speaker, Browns’ Cap Savings From Watson
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 July 6. MYRON ROLLE JOINS NFLPA Myron Rolle, a former Rhodes Scholar who played for the Steelers in 2012, is […]
‘Gonna Be Some Energy There:’ Bettis Thinks Rodgers’ Final Season Will Galvanize Steelers
In 2005, the Pittsburgh Steelers rallied around Jerome Bettis and won a Super Bowl in his hometown of Detroit. Entering 2026, Bettis thinks the Steelers will rally around another teammate in his final season. Aaron Rodgers announced that 2026 will be his final season after re-signing with the Steelers. Bettis told Adam Schein he believes […]
Beat Writer Predicts Surprising Name To Back Up Zach Frazier
Although the Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed Ryan McCollum to a one-year contract this offseason, his role appeared to be in jeopardy after Brock Hoffman joined the team. Hoffman played 419 of his 474 offensive snaps at center last season and has 684 snaps at the position over the last three years. McCollum has served as Zach […]
Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,950)
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. […]
Analyst Wonders If Steelers Have ‘Most Physical Offense In The AFC’
The NFL has seen plenty of change in recent years. But a team capable of fielding a strong, physically dominant offense will always benefit, no matter the era. The Pittsburgh Steelers have certainly tried to inject physicality into their offense this offseason. Former NFL receiver Isaiah Stanback recently recognized their efforts. “I have to ask […]
Beat Writer Names Steelers’ ‘Most Intriguing’ Newcomer
In an offseason full of change, perhaps the most consequential addition wasn’t a player but a coach. Transforming the league’s most expensive defense from an underperforming unit into one of the NFL’s elite ones is no small task, but that’s exactly what the Pittsburgh Steelers hired Patrick Graham to do. “Graham built a strong reputation […]
‘Extremely Important:’ Ryan Clark Has Talked With Steelers Assistant Coach About What Needs Fixed
Throughout the Mike Tomlin era, especially in the latter half of it, former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark had a behind-the-scenes look and general understanding of what was happening in the Steel City. That insight helped shape his opinions on television and in various podcast and radio appearances with ESPN. Now, he has that again, […]