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‘Got The Gift’: Pair Of Steelers Veterans Rave About ‘Unbelievable’ WR Roman Wilson
There was a lot of hype surrounding Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson once again in the buildup to the 2026 season, especially after another strong training camp and preseason. But there was also some skepticism, too, considering Wilson’s history of underdelivering on that hype when it matters most. Questions popped up regarding Wilson’s role […]
Cam Heyward Still Harping On ‘Bonehead’ Moments From Steelers’ Defense Vs. Falcons
Despite holding the Falcons to 13 points, Cam Heyward still takes issue with aspects of the Steelers’ defense on last Sunday. While they did enough to win, he sees areas in which they need to tighten up. Some of that may be due to the typical issues of early-season football. But the issues won’t correct […]
Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – TE Pat Freiermuth
Player: TE Pat Freiermuth Stock Value: Up Reasoning: With five targets in the season opener, Pat Freiermuth seems set to assume a larger role in the Steelers’ offense. Again, following a one-year intermission when the team mysteriously thought Jonnu Smith was better. His usage will vary week to week, but last Sunday figures to be […]
Aaron Rodgers’ Mobility Is ‘Better Than It Was Last Year’, Says Robert Spillane
As a 42-year-old quarterback, life isn’t easy for Aaron Rodgers on Sundays. He’s not as mobile as he used to be and can’t afford to take hits every week, which can limit the offense a bit, as we saw last year. But last Sunday’s game against Atlanta looked a bit different. Rodgers wasn’t holding the […]
Kinkhabwala Questions Steelers’ ‘Spineless’ Handling Of Joey Porter Jr.: ‘Medically Clear Him And Fine Him’
Joey Porter Jr. sat out the Steelers’ first game, and NFL insider Aditi Kinkhabwala took him to task for it. Although HC Mike McCarthy claims it was his decision for Porter not to play, and reports indicated some within the organization believed that he would play, the fact remains that there is great skepticism over […]
Shedeur Sanders Will Start By Week 3 For Browns, Insider Predicts; Disgruntled Deshaun Watson ‘Calling Their Bluff’
Deshaun Watson doesn’t want to be on the Browns, Shedeur Sanders will start by Week 3, and Arch Manning will start in 2027. That’s the takeaway from NFL insider Jason La Canfora, who spoke to those around the league about Cleveland’s situation. Following Watson’s poor performance in Week 1, nothing would be surprising. New Browns […]
Will Steelers Get Run Game Going Earlier Against Patriots?
Will the Steelers get the run game going earlier against the Patriots? The Steelers want to run the ball—or at least the coaches, the running backs, and the offensive line do. Aaron Rodgers and the wide receivers wouldn’t mind them throwing the ball 50 times a game, it sounds like. But if they are to […]
One More Examination Of How Pittsburgh Used Its ‘Big Four’ Outside Linebackers
Yesterday, we explored the Pittsburgh Steelers’ three-EDGE personnel grouping and how its rise in Week One went beyond just pass-rushing moments. Pittsburgh’s blessing and curse is getting its top four outside linebackers on the field: T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig, and Jack Sawyer. The team’s deepest and most talented unit, the Steelers will juggle […]
Depot After Dark: See McCarthy Get Game Ball, Golic Upset About Angry Runs, Jets Add Jordan Clark To Roster
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 Sept. 16. SEE MCCARTHY GET GAME BALL The Steelers started the season 1-0, winning at home over the Atlanta Falcons. […]
‘Didn’t Feel A Lot Of Great Rhythm’: Adam Thielen Outlines What He Didn’t Like About Steelers’ Week 1 Offense
Mike McCarthy’s offense didn’t kick this season off with a bang. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense looked similar in Week 1 to how it did last year. While there was hope McCarthy would give the unit some juice, it was sluggish again, managing only 13 points. If not for T.J. Watt and the defense, that game […]
Pete Prisco Doubts Steelers Have Top-10 Defense, Predicts Drake Maye Leads Patriots To Week 2 Win
The Pittsburgh Steelers ride into their Week 2 matchup against the New England Patriots on the heels of a win, albeit not an overly impressive one. The Steelers didn’t play a complete game, but they did just enough to start the year on the right foot. Most of that was thanks to the defense, which […]
‘I Respect His Game:’ Top CB Christian Gonzalez Embracing DK Metcalf Matchup
Any time the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots get together, it’s bound to be a big game, one rife with storylines. There will be plenty to watch in Week 2 in Foxboro as Mike McCarthy coaches his first game as a Steeler against the hated Patriots, while Aaron Rodgers matches up against them for […]
Patriots Ball-Hawking Safety Spots Weakness In Steelers’ Offense
Any weakness shown on tape is an area opponents will test. Few have taken the ball away more often than New England Patriots’ safety Kevin Byard, and he sees the chance to increase that total this weekend. Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Byard noticed one issue Pittsburgh has already shown. “It’s gonna be more about trying […]
Aaron Rodgers ‘Not Worried’ About Steelers’ Run-Pass Balance, Throwing 40 Times A Week ‘Totally Sustainable’
The Pittsburgh Steelers leaned on QB Aaron Rodgers in Week 1. They only amassed 58 rushing yards on 21 carries, and Rodgers attempted 40 passes. Mike McCarthy said after the game that he wasn’t happy with that split, wanting more balance between the run and pass games. Rodgers had a different message Wednesday. “The consistency […]
Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 2,022)
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. […]
‘Gonna Be Smashing People’: Vince Williams Excited By Jaquan Brisker’s Steelers Debut
With all of the attention paid to first-year head coach Mike McCarthy ahead of his first regular-season game as the head coach of his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers — and rightfully so — lost in the hype was the homecoming of safety Jaquan Brisker. The Pittsburgh native made sure his city was talking about him after […]
‘100 Percent The Defense Looked Smarter’: Vince Williams Already Sees Patrick Graham’s Impact On Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense underwhelmed in 2025, but it got off to a good start this season. That unit saw a significant shift this offseason, with Mike Tomlin stepping down and the Steelers moving on from defensive coordinator Teryl Austin. They hired Patrick Graham to replace Austin, and he’s clearly in charge of Pittsburgh’s defense […]
Patriots’ Week 2 Wednesday Injury Report: TreVeyon Henderson Practices In Full, Two Others DNP
The New England Patriots last played a full week ago in a first for the NFL — an opening night on a Wednesday. Things didn’t go well for the Patriots in Week 1 as they lost to the Seattle Seahawks in a Super Bowl rematch, 13-10. They also lost a key player for an extended […]
Steelers’ Week 2 Wednesday Injury Report: Two Players DNP, Two Others Limited
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their first injury report ahead of their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots. Per the team, two players did not practice today: OT Troy Fautanu (ankle) and TE Darnell Washington (non injury-related/personal). Two others were limited: WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) and CB Joey Porter Jr. (non-injury related/personal). […]
‘Going To Hamper The Offense’: Beat Writer Not Sure DK Metcalf’s Issues ‘Are Fixable’
After a somewhat disappointing 2025 season, the Steelers are hoping for big things from DK Metcalf in 2026. Getting 10 targets – signficantly more than any other Steeler last Sunday – Metcalf had his chance to start on the right foot. Unfortunately, he didn’t take advantage of it. Metcalf had some nice moments, but a […]
‘Ball Goes To The Open Guy’: Aaron Rodgers Says Steelers’ Pass Catchers Don’t Worry About Targets
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense wasn’t pretty in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. However, there were some things to like about that unit’s performance. For example, Roman Wilson was a factor, catching three passes for 26 yards. He actually tied for the second-most targets by any Steelers pass catcher in that game with six. However, […]
‘It’s Very Important’: McCarthy Illustrates How Steelers ‘Plan On Utilizing’ Pat Freiermuth
Under Arthur Smith in 2025, things were very frustrating for Pat Freiermuth. He’d never let it show, but the tight end was an afterthought in the passing game for most of the season, despite taking advantage of the chances he did get. It’s only been one game, but under Mike McCarthy, Freiermuth certainly seems like […]
Mike McCarthy Wants To Get Darnell Washington The Football More Often
Darnell Washington caught just two passes to begin his 2026 season, but he sure knew how to make an introduction. Washington’s final reception not only helped seal the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 1 victory but became one of the NFL’s best plays of the week. Stiff-arming Atlanta Falcons S Xavier Watts, Washington rumbled down the left […]
Rob Gronkowski Picks Steelers To Beat His Patriots On Sunday
The Pittsburgh Steelers defended home turf on Sunday with a Week 1 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. For Week 2, they head north for their first road game of the season to take on the 0-1 New England Patriots. The Patriots lost to the Sam Darnold-less Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of last year’s Super […]
‘When You Find Out, Let Us Know:’ Mike Vrabel Admits He Isn’t Sure How To Stop T.J. Watt
For 10 years, NFL offenses have struggled to find a game plan to slow down T.J. Watt. Rejuvenated in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ revamped scheme, Watt quickly quashed any concerns about his ability with an elite performance in Week One. Multiple tackles for loss, two sacks, a pick-six, and simply taking over in the fourth quarter […]
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