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Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals Gameday: Injury Updates, Depth Charts, TV Info, Betting Lines, More
The Steelers (6-2) travel to Paycor Stadium on Sunday night to try and sweep the Bengals (6-2) and grab a division lead. NFL Network lists the game at 8:20 p.m. on NBC with a Steelers +3.5 line and a 49.5 over/under. Aaron Rodgers leads a stacked offense featuring DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and the questionable Pat Freiermuth (illness). On defense, DT Derrick Harmon returns from IR but is listed as questionable, while cornerbacks Brandin Echols and Doneiko Slaughter are healthy. The Steelers also waived CB Terrell Smith. Weather is 41°F, cloudy, with light winds.
Steelers Injury Central: Two Questionable vs. Bengals
The Steelers announce key injury updates ahead of Week 7 in Paris. Strong safety DeShon Elliott is cleared from IR and expected to suit up against the New Orleans Saints, while running back Rico Dowdle remains questionable with a left toe/knee issue after limited practice participation. Cornerback Brandin Echols and wide receiver Ben Skowronek are ruled out and will not travel. Other notable statuses: T.J. Watt is resting, Alex Highsmith is active, and several players remain on IR or out. The roster changes set the tone for Pittsburgh’s matchup with the Saints on Oct. 27.
Aaron Rodgers Could Reach Significant NFL Milestone vs. Bengals
Aaron Rodgers enters his final season just one win away from tying Drew Brees for fourth‑most NFL career wins (180 total). A win over the Bengals would move him past Brees' 172 regular‑season victories, placing him behind only Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Brett Favre. Rodgers already eclipsed Ben Roethlisberger with a 34‑22 win over the Colts, surpassed Manning for third‑all‑time regular‑season TD passes (540) and now ranks third in total TD passes (585). He sits fifth in career passing yards and needs 1,855 more yards to hit 70,000. The matchup with Cincinnati could seal the milestone.
Daily News & Links: Gruden Previews Steelers-Bengals; Warren Watches WPIAL Star Running Back
Former coach Jon Gruden predicts a 27-23 Bengals win over the Steelers in Sunday’s AFC North clash. Steelers RB Jaylen Warren attended a high‑school game to scout five‑star WPIAL recruit Kemon Spell, a 2027 Georgia commit. All‑Pro DB Jalen Ramsey reunited with Florida State coach Rick Stockstill before FSU’s 16-10 victory over Pitt, while QB Aaron Rodgers patched up a family rift by joining his brother Jordan at the same game. ESPN’s Adam Schefter notes the Steelers, fresh off a bye, have won the last five such matchups. Additional Steelers news links round out the post.
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 Week 10 Depth Chart
The Steelers Now post, updated Oct. 22, breaks down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ two‑deep depth chart for Week 7’s matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. Quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers starts, with Mason Rudolph as the primary backup and third‑string Drew Allar listed for emergencies. The backfield features RB Jaylen Warren alongside Rico Dowdle (questionable) and Travis Homer. Wide receivers include DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., and Isaiah Hodgins, while Ben Skowronek is noted as out. Tight ends Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington lead the unit. The defensive roster lists starters like Cameron Heyward, T.J. Watt, and Asante Samuel Jr., with injury and status markings (red for injured, maroon for IR/PUP/NFI). The chart combines official data, team sources, and the site’s analysis, highlighting rookies, returning starters, and practice‑squad elevations.
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 53-Man Roster, Practice Squad
The Steelers unveil their 2026 53‑man roster and practice squad as Mike McCarthy’s first season gets underway. Highlights include veteran QB Mason Rudolph, former Seahawks star WR DK Metcalf, and a surprise signing of veteran QB Aaron Rodgers. Key defensive additions feature former Panthers corner Jalen Ramsey, pass‑rusher T.J. Watt, and linebacker Payton Wilson. Draft picks like OLB Nick Herbig (4th‑round) and TE Darnell Washington add youth, while seasoned contributors such as kicker Chris Boswell and TE Pat Freiermuth round out the core. The list, set on Aug. 30 with practice squad moves on Aug. 31, will evolve throughout the campaign.
Steelers Land Next Franchise Quarterback in Latest Mock Draft
In Dalton Wasserman’s Pro Football Focus mock, the Steelers select Miami quarterback Darian Mensah with the 26th overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, positioning him as Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor. Mensah posted a league‑best 76.8% completion rate, 28 TDs to two INTs, and a 17‑0 TD/INT ratio under pressure, while also leading the ACC in passing yards (3,646) in 2025. At 6‑3, 205 lb, he’s praised for football IQ, quick release, and improved pocket navigation, though scouts note his limited arm strength and reliance on star receiver Malachi Toney. The report weighs his efficiency against concerns about translating his production to the NFL.
Bengals Could Have ‘Significant Advantage’ over Steelers in One Key Area
Ahead of Sunday night’s AFC North clash, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell says the Bengals hold a "significant advantage" in the kicking game. Cincinnati’s perfect scorer Evan McPherson (12/12 FG, 28/28 XP) faces a Steelers unit that’s slipped, with Chris Boswell hitting only 78.3% of field goals (18/23) this season after a stellar 2024 (13 of 15 beyond 50 yards, 41 total FGs). The Steelers recently locked Boswell into a four‑year, $28 million extension, but a missed kick could decide a game that was decided by a field goal (30‑27) three weeks ago.
WR with Aaron Rodgers Tie Still Needs Steelers Chance
A month after the Steelers added veteran WR Marquez Valdes‑Scantling to the practice squad, quarterback Aaron Rodgers still hopes to see him on the field. Despite a 27‑6 win over the Browns and praise from head coach Mike McCarthy, Valdes‑Scantling remains inactive, missing the Bengals clash with AFC North title stakes. The former Packers and Cowboys receiver logged five games and a touchdown last season, bounced from Dallas to L.A. before re‑joining Pittsburgh, where the wide‑receiver corps has dramatically changed.
Despite Praise, Shifty WR Must Wait to Make Steelers Debut
Second‑year wideout Max Hurleman, a former Colgate and Notre Dame player, draws high praise from Steelers coach Mike McCarthy and QB Aaron Rodgers but remains sidelined for his NFL debut. After impressing at rookie minicamp and spending his first year on the practice squad, Hurleman logged three catches for 46 yards in a 28‑9 preseason win over the Packers. McCarthy lauds his work ethic and claims he earned a 53‑man roster spot, but an untimely injury keeps him out of the upcoming AFC North clash with the Bengals.
Steelers Defensive Force Back in Fold vs. Bengals
The Steelers activate first‑round defensive tackle Derrick Harmon off injured reserve ahead of Sunday’s night clash with the Bengals, adding a potential boost to a line that has leaned on Keeanu Benton, Yahya Black and Cam Heyward. Harmon, 23, was sidelined after a left‑foot injury on Oct. 1 and missed a month, but reports he feels good after a full practice on Friday and could suit up. The move coincides with the waiver of cornerback Terell Smith. Harmon famously recorded the game‑sealing strip‑sack in the Steelers’ earlier meeting with Cincinnati.
Crucial Steelers Playmaker Pops Up on Injury Report Before Bengals Game
Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth lands on the injury report with an illness ahead of Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals and is listed as questionable. Freiermuth leads Pittsburgh with four touchdown catches this season and recently moved into third place on the franchise’s all‑time tight‑end receiving yards list, trailing only Heath Miller and Elbie Nickel. Despite a dip in snap counts last year, he posted career‑best efficiency numbers and says he’s becoming a focal point of the offense. The report notes his recent comments about increased usage under Aaron Rodgers and Coach McCarthy.
JPJ Replacement? Steelers Land Another CB in Mock 2027 NFL Draft
The Steelers are eyeing Georgia cornerback Ellis Robinson IV with a first‑round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, according to Sports Illustrated’s Justin Melo. Robinson, a 6‑foot, 180‑lb junior, logged four interceptions last season and earned 2025 FWAA Freshman Defensive Player of the Year honors. He would join fellow Georgia alum Daylen Everette, who already posted a 56.3 passer rating when targeted and a top‑20 PFF grade. Pittsburgh’s recent trade for Joey Porter Jr. yielded extra picks, signaling a continued focus on Georgia’s defensive talent pipeline.
Steelers-Bengals Will Have Backup Referee, On Unheard-Of Schedule
The Steelers-Bengals showdown on Sunday night will feature an unprecedented officiating swap: side judge Don Willard steps in as head referee after veteran Clete Blakeman is sidelined by an FAA ground stop. Willard will also referee the Dolphins-Colts game earlier that day, making him the first NFL official in modern history to work two games in one 24‑hour span. The league has yet to clarify the status of Blakeman’s crew, while backup umpires Barry Anderson and Duane Heydt will cover other Sunday matchups.
Steelers Afternoon Drive: Bengals Preview & Predictions
In the latest Steelers Afternoon Drive podcast (Nov 13, 2026), hosts Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith are joined by guest Derrick Bell to break down the Steelers' upcoming showdown with the Cincinnati Bengals. The trio examines both offenses and defenses, then deliver bold predictions and final score forecasts for the matchup. Listeners can catch the episode on YouTube, Megaphone or their favorite podcast platform.
Ex-Steelers Cornerback Earns Nice Payday With New Team
A former cornerback of the Pittsburgh Steelers just got paid.
Eagles Part Ways With Former Steelers Massive Offensive Tackle
A former offensive tackle of the Pittsburgh Steelers is looking for a new home in the NFL.
Joe Burrow Could Make NFL History vs. Steelers
Joe Burrow eyes NFL history as the Bengals face the Steelers Sunday night. The quarterback has logged four or more total touchdowns in each of his last four wins, tying Drew Brees (2018) and Dan Marino (1984) for second‑most and one shy of Peyton Manning’s record of five straight 4+ TD games set in 2004. After a 34-17 victory in Madrid over Atlanta, Cincinnati sits 6-2, tied for first with Pittsburgh, which holds the tiebreaker after a Week 3 win. The primetime matchup also marks the first AFC North showdown with both teams above .750 since 1975.
Steelers Sights & Sounds: Zach Frazier, Jaylen Warren Shake Off Cold
The Steelers resume outdoor practice on Friday, with center Zach Frazier and running back Jaylen Warren shaking off the cold after an indoor session yesterday. The team gears up for a pivotal AFC North showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday night.
Give Mike Tomlin Some Serious Credit | Steelers Morning Rush
In today’s Steelers Morning Rush, Alan Saunders praises former head coach Mike Tomlin for wisely stepping down in January and now serving as NBC’s Sunday game commentator. Saunders argues TomTomlin’s departure benefits the Steelers, highlighting his continued football insight and the impact of his new broadcast role.
Steelers DT Derrick Harmon Reveals Status vs. Bengals
Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon remains uncertain for Sunday night’s AFC North clash with the Cincinnati Bengals, saying a decision will be made by tomorrow. The 23‑year‑old is returning from a month‑long stint on injured reserve after a left‑foot injury that sidelined him in the Oct. 1 loss to Cleveland. This week marks his first eligibility to rejoin the roster, though the team must cut another player to make room. Harmon’s highlight was a strip‑sack of Joe Burrow in the 30‑27 Week 3 win, and his return could bolster a defense that ranks third in run stopping.
Unheralded Steelers Wide Receiver Receives Ringing Endorsement From Aaron Rodgers
Steelers second‑year wide receiver Max Hurleman, who has yet to appear in a regular‑season game, earns high praise from both head coach Mike McCarthy and veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers. McCarthy highlighted Hurleman's progress alongside Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson, while Rodgers called for more opportunities for the versatile rookie, noting his practice‑squad rise and potential contributions as a returner. Hurleman, an undrafted Colgate/Notre Dame graduate who spent 2025 on the practice squad, logged three catches for 46 yards in the 28‑9 preseason win over the Green Bay Packers and remains eager to earn a roster spot as the Steelers chase health and a playoff push.
T.J. Houshmandzadeh Makes Bold Prediction for Steelers-Bengals Game
Former Bengals receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh predicts a Steelers win in the Week 10 AFC North showdown, saying stopping the run will kill the game. He praises right tackle Amari Mims and dismisses concerns about DK Metcalf. The Steelers, led by T.J. Watt's 7.5 sacks, sealed a 30‑27 victory with Derrick Harmon's strip‑sack of Joe Burrow and a crucial special‑teams miscues by Cincinnati, including a muffed punt by former Steeler Ke’Shawn Williams. Both teams sit 6‑2, with Pittsburgh holding the tiebreaker after a Week 3 win, setting up a historic primetime matchup.
‘I Deputized Him’: Mike Tomlin Opens Up on Joey Porter Sr.’s Playoff Fight with Bengals
Mike Tomlin reveals why he sent former Steelers enforcer Joey Porter Sr. onto the field during the 2015 Wild Card clash with the Bengals. On the game‑day podcast, Tomlin says he “deputized” Porter as a peacemaker amid escalating tensions after Bengals players struck Antonio Brown and Maurkice Pouncey. Porter’s intervention led to a personal‑foul penalty on Adam “Pacman” Jones and a costly 15‑yard penalty on Vontaze Burfict, setting up Chris Boswell’s 35‑yard game‑winning field goal. Tomlin notes Porter was fined $10,000 and prompted the 2016 “Joey Porter rule” limiting on‑field staff.
New Wide Receiver Target Emerges for Steelers
The Steelers, sitting 6‑2, passed on any trade moves but eye free‑agent WR Marquise “Hollywood” Brown, who the Eagles will waive on Nov. 13. Brown posted 49 catches for 587 yards and five touchdowns with the Chiefs last season and has career totals of 376 receptions, 4,385 yards and 33 TDs. Steelers insiders suggest he could boost a playoff‑bound roster, though former offensive coordinator Todd Haley warns against disrupting team chemistry. With Aaron Rodgers confident the receiving corps can function if health returns, Brown emerges as a potential target.
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