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Steelers Afternoon Drive: Does Mike McCarthy Really Want Another WR?
In the latest Steelers Afternoon Drive podcast, Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith break down Mike McCarthy’s trade‑deadline remarks, including speculation about adding another wide receiver and the return of Derrick Harmon, Michael Pittman Jr., and Roman Wilson. The hosts also weigh Brian Angelico’s thoughts on jump‑starting DK Metcalf, Patrick Graham’s comments on Bengals QB Joe Burrow, and whether Pittsburgh should have pursued a blockbuster move like the Jacksonville Jaguars. With listener Q&A, fan car showcases, and links to the full show on YouTube and Megaphone, the episode offers a deep dive into the Steelers’ offseason strategy.
Steelers Open as Underdogs For Week 10 Rematch vs. Bengals
The oddsmakers believe the Pittsburgh Steelers win streak will come to an end in Week 10.
Mike McCarthy Reveals Key to Getting DK Metcalf More Involved
Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy says the team’s play‑calling is why DK Metcalf’s production has lagged and vows to adjust the game plan to get the 27‑year‑old more involved in the season’s second half. Offensive coordinator Brian Angelichio echoes the need to put Metcalf in better positions, while recent drop issues—most notably a missed deep pass that led to an interception in the 27‑6 win over Cleveland—have amplified scrutiny of his $132 million contract. The coaches stress Metaclf’s potential as an X‑factor, but analysts like Colin Cowherd question his value. McCarthy’s tweaks will determine whether Metcalf can rebound before the contract year escalates.
AFC Team Signs Former Steelers Linebacker
A former linebacker of the Pittsburgh Steelers have found a new home in the NFL.
‘Nonsense’: Steelers Special Teams Coach Fires Back at Browns for Ridiculous Accusation
Steelers special teams coach Danny Crossman rebuts Browns coach Byron Storer's claim that guard Mason McCormick deliberately injured defender Jared Verse during an extra‑point play in the Steelers' 27‑6 Week 8 win over Cleveland on Nov. 1, 2026. Storer accused McCormick of a dirty, head‑slam move; Crossman called the allegation "nonsense" and emphasized player safety. McCormick received a personal‑foul penalty but no NFL fine. Verse expressed frustration, saying the hit was uncalled for and could have ended his season, while McCormick said he didn't recognize his opponent. Reporting by Alan Saunders and Brendan Howe.
NFL Trade Deadline Tracker: Jaguars Haul Gets Bigger, Eagles Start Selling
The Jacksonville Jaguars fire up their defense before the Nov. 10 trade deadline, acquiring former Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates III from the Atlanta Falcons for a 2027 second‑round and a 2028 fifth‑round pick, and trading for Saints defensive tackle Davon Godchaux. The Saints receive a conditional 2028 sixth‑rounder that could become a 2027 pick. With both players added, the 6‑2 Jaguars position themselves as AFC Super Bowl contenders ahead of their Week 14 Monday Night clash with the Steelers.
Jaguars Make Blockbuster Trade, Toughen Steelers Road Through AFC
The Jacksonville Jaguars have become the NFL’s trade‑deadline frontrunner, acquiring three impact players in just one day. Jacksonville trades a 2027 first‑rounder, a 2029 second‑rounder, plus a 2028 fifth‑ and sixth‑round pick for Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (No. 13 overall in 2022). The Jaguars also add Falcons safety Jessie Bates III and Saints defensive tackle Davon Godchaux, sending away additional future picks. At 6‑2, Jacksonville sits as the AFC’s No. 3 seed, holding the tiebreaker over the Steelers, who now face a tougher road: a Week 11 clash against a Davis‑less Eagles and a Week 14 Monday Night Football showdown with a now‑loaded Jaguars that looms as Pittsburgh’s toughest remaining game.
Hands Off: Mike McCarthy Letting Omar Khan Cook at Trade Deadline
The Steelers are poised for a playoff push as they head into a Sunday night primetime clash with the Cincinnati Bengals. Amid league-wide trade deadline buzz—like the Jaguars adding safety Jessie Bates and DT Jordan Davis—first‑year head coach Mike McCarthy says he’s leaving roster moves to GM Omar Khan and vice‑president Art Rooney II. McCarthy admits he’s not involved in trade talks, focusing instead on game planning for the AFC North showdown. He trusts the front office to act if a player can help the team win.
Mike McCarthy Updates Status of Two Injured Steelers
Coach Mike McCarthy says Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. and DT Derrick Harmon are "getting close" to returning from injury, though no timeline is set. Harmon, who tore a foot and landed on IR on Oct. 5 after a Week 4 exit, could be back by Week 12 against Denver. Pittman, still rehabbing, hopes to play after the bye but needs to be effective. The defense, already thin with Sebastian Joseph‑Day also on IR, has leaned on rookies Gabriel Rubio and Kevin Jobity. Both players were key in the 30‑27 win over the Bengals, where Harmon strip‑sacked Joe Burrow.
‘Nobody Really Talks About Him’: Steelers Center Zach Frazier Deserves More Respect
National analysts are finally spotlighting Steelers center Zach Frazier, praising him as the NFL’s top run‑blocking center. Brian Baldinger and ESPN’s Mina Kimes both hail his impact on Pittsburgh’s burgeoning ground game, which has helped Jaylen Warren post a historic 6.9 yards per touch through Week 8 and four 100‑yard games. Pro Football Focus rates Frazier the highest‑graded center (80.8 overall, 79.8 run‑blocking, 76.3 pass‑blocking) and the only one with 75+ in every category. Former QB Ben Roethlisberger even compares him to Maurkice Pouncey, predicting future Pro Bowl and All‑Pro honors.
Ex-Steelers LB Not Backing Down from Criticism of Patrick Queen
After early-season hype and a standout interception versus the Patriots, Steelers LB Patrick Queen faced criticism after a slump that fueled trade rumors, especially after the Oct. 1 loss to the Browns. Queen responded with a 10‑tackle, sack performance in Paris against the Saints and a 12‑tackle, 1.5‑sack game in the Browns rematch, earning Player of the Week. Former teammate Vince Williams still insists the earlier critiques were justified, urging Queen not to become complacent. Through eight games in 2026, Queen totals 80 tackles, 2.5 sacks, an interception and four passes defensed.
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 Schedule, Week-By-Week Analysis
The Steelers debut a new era in 2026, with a fresh head coach and a first‑place schedule after winning the AFC North in 2025. The 17‑game slate opens with a 20‑13 win over Atlanta on Sept. 13 and features a historic NFL Paris game vs. the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 25 at Stade de France. Key matchups include divisional battles against the Browns (Nov. 1), Bengals (Nov. 15), and Ravens (Dec. 20 and Jan. 9/10). Preseason results show a 28‑9 win over Green Bay and a 28‑27 loss at Buffalo. The schedule offers prime‑time slots on CBS, NBC, and Amazon, plus a bye in Week 9.
Steelers-Eagles Week 11 Game Gets Flexed
The Steelers’ Week 11 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles moves to a 1 p.m. kickoff on CBS, swapping slots with the Jaguars‑Giants game. Philadelphia, now 2‑7 after a seven‑game losing streak, starts rookie Joe Milton at quarterback after Jalen Hurts is ruled out for the season with blood clots. Milton, signed from the Cowboys’ practice squad, threw 18‑of‑34 for 169 yards and rushed for 64 yards in a 19‑11 loss to the Giants. The Steelers still haven’t won in Philadelphia since 1965, adding extra intrigue to the early‑day showdown.
Former Steelers Trade Target Takes First Step Toward Reinstatement
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk meets with the team and his new agent Drew Rosenhaus to begin the reinstatement process after missing two full seasons with ACL and MCL tears and a contract dispute that led the 49ers to void $27 million in guarantees and place him on the reserve/left‑team list. Aiyuk says he’s 100 % healthy and ready to return, but the 49ers have yet to find a trade partner as the NFL trade deadline approaches. Pittsburgh, in need of a receiver amid injuries, has been linked to Aiyuk, though a move remains unlikely before the deadline.
‘He Taught Me Everything I Know’: Devin Bush Reunites with Mike Tomlin
Devin Bush, the former Steelers inside linebacker, shines in the Chicago Bears’ 27‑24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, posting a team‑high nine tackles, a tackle for loss and two passes defended. After being labeled a bust in Pittsburgh (2019‑2022) and stints with Seattle and Cleveland—where he posted a 125‑tackle season with two pick‑sixes—Bush signed a three‑year, $30 million contract with Chicago in March. Post‑game, Bush praised former coach Mike Tomlin, saying the veteran taught him everything, while teammate Devin McCourty noted Tomlin’s enthusiastic support.
Kaleb Johnson Sends Message to Aaron Rodgers After Breakout Performance vs. Patriots
Kaleb Johnson flashes his breakout NFL game with the Green Bay Packers, rushing for 68 yards and his first career touchdown in a 45-27 victory over the New England Patriots. The former Steelers third‑round pick, acquired for a 2028 sixth‑rounder, praises quarterback Jordan Love over Aaron Rodgers and credits Rodgers’ tough love for his growth. After a rocky rookie season and a costly kickoff error with Pittsburgh, Johnson embraces his fresh start in Green Bay, helping the Packers post 129 rushing yards overall.
Steelers Have One Big Advantage vs. Bengals | Steelers Morning Rush
In the latest Steelers Morning Rush podcast, Alan Saunders explains why the Steelers’ only real edge over first‑place Bengals is head coach Mike McCarthy. The episode dives into McCarthy’s strategic advantages and what they could mean for the upcoming showdown, offering listeners a focused look at this unique factor in the rivalry.
‘Bring Your Popcorn’: Mike Tomlin Breaks Down Steelers-Bengals Week 10 Showdown
Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, now an NBC analyst, is eager for his first in‑person view of his old team as they host the Bengals on Sunday Night Football (Week 10, Nov. 9, 2026). He highlights the clash between Joe Burrow’s high‑octane passing attack—he’s posted a 23‑6 TD‑INT ratio and three‑plus TD games in his last four outings—and the Steelers’ defense anchored by T.J. Watt’s four‑man rush. Both clubs sit 6‑2, tied for the AFC North lead, with Pittsburgh holding the tiebreaker after a Week 3 win. The game marks the first non‑September primetime AFC‑North matchup with .750+ win percentages since 1975.
Steelers’ Future Opponent Lands All-Pro Safety in Massive Trade
The Atlanta Falcons trade All-Pro safety Jessie Bates III to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a 2027 second‑round pick and a 2028 fifth‑round pick, according to ESPN. Bates, a three‑time second‑team All‑Pro and former Pro Bowl selection, ranks first in forced fumbles, third in tackles and tied for sixth in interceptions among safeties over the past three seasons. The Jaguars, now 6‑2 and a top AFC contender, add his playmaking to a defense that’s third in takeaways per game. Pittsburgh will face Jacksonville on Monday Night Football in Week 14, making the move a direct preview for the Steelers’ upcoming opponent.
Potential Steelers Trade Deadline WR Target Has Incident at Airport
The Steelers are eyeing Tennessee Titans wideout Calvin Ridley as a potential trade‑deadline addition after three of their receivers landed on IR. Coach Robert Saleh says Ridley's recent airport incident in Nashville was a minor miscommunication involving law enforcement, and the player remains with the Titans. At 32, Ridley boasts a 2020 season of 90 catches, 1,374 yards and nine TDs, a 1,016‑yard year with Jacksonville in 2023, and a 1,017‑yard rookie campaign in Tennessee, though injuries have limited him to six catches for 91 yards this season. With the Titans 1‑7 and the Steelers desperate for depth, a deal could materialize before the November 12 deadline.
‘Just Stay Alive’: Lamar Jackson Confirms He Could Play vs. Steelers This Season
Raven’s star quarterback Lamar Jackson tells teammates he plans to return this season despite a fractured, dislocated thumb that landed him on IR. The injury occurred on the opening play of the Ravens’ 36‑10 loss to the Bills on Nov. 3, and doctors estimate a 6‑9‑week recovery, meaning he could be back for the Steelers matchup six to nine weeks from today. In his absence, backup Tyler Huntley and third‑string Joe Fagnano have both suffered injuries, prompting Baltimore to trade for Arizona’s Jacoby Brissett, who will start unless Jackson makes a comeback.
Steelers-Bengals Week 10 Game Will Snap Five-Decade Streak
Week 10’s Sunday Night showdown pits the 5-2 Steelers against the 6-2 Bengals in a historic AFC North primetime duel—the first non‑September matchup since 1975 featuring two teams with .750+ win percentages. Both squads arrive hot: Joe Burrow has tossed three+ TDs in each of his last four games, while Pittsburgh’s defense has yielded just 16 points over two weeks. The Bengals clinched a 34-17 win in Madrid but lost key special‑teams players, including former Steeler Ke’Shawn Williams, who was released after a costly muffed punt. Pittsburgh holds the tiebreaker after a Week‑3 win and looks to extend its lead atop the division.
Steelers Receive Trade Compensation on Josh Downs
The Indianapolis Colts are willing to move slot receiver Josh Downs for a fourth‑round pick, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Pittsburgh, which lacks a 2027 fourth‑rounder but holds two third‑round selections, emerges as a frontrunner alongside Kansas City, which also needs receiver depth. Downs, a 2023 third‑rounder who posted 72 catches for 803 yards and five TDs in 2024, has seen his production dip to 26 receptions for 307 yards in seven games this season and has not scored yet. With the trade deadline looming on Nov. 10 and the Steelers nursing injuries to Roman Wilson, Michael Pittman Jr., and Ben Skowronek, the move could fill a crucial hole.
Former Steelers QB Misses Out on College Coaching Job
Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson fails to secure the head‑coaching vacancy at his alma mater NC State, losing out to former Wolfpack signal‑caller Philip Rivers. Wilson, who retired from the NFL in June after a 2024 season with Pittsburgh (2,482 yards, 16 TDs, 10th Pro Bowl), had previously played for the Seahawks, Broncos and Giants. He now works as a CBS Sports analyst. NC State, fresh off the dismissal of Dave Doeren, aims to bring Rivers back to Raleigh.
Bengals Tie Steelers for First-Place, Set Up AFC North Showdown
The Cincinnati Bengals' 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid ties them with the Pittsburgh Steelers at 6-2, setting up a high‑stakes Sunday Night Football showdown for first place in the AFC North. The Steelers retain the tiebreaker after their Week 3 win over Cincinnati and will look to defend the top spot they secured with a 27-6 win over Cleveland in Week 8. The upcoming game at Paycor Stadium marks the first non‑September primetime AFC North matchup between teams boasting a .750 winning percentage since 1975. Both clubs have split their last two season series, with the Steelers' last Cincinnati win coming in 2024.
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