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Thursday, September 17, 2026
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Fittipaldo Echoes Potential For Steelers To Make Multiple Changes Along Offensive Line

Week 1 showed us that the Steelers’ offensive line is still a work in progress. But the question is, how much work is left? While the expectation is rookie Max Iheanachor will move into the...

‘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...

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 Sunday. While they did enough to win, he sees areas in which they need to tighten...

Patriots expert points out where the Steelers must attack New England in Week 2

The Pittsburgh Steelers should take advantage of the weaknesses called out by a Patriots expert.

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...

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...

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...

Predicting the Steelers' next 3 games following ugly Week 1 victory

The Pittsburgh Steelers managed to get past the Atlanta Falcons, but how will the team perform over their next three games?

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...

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 on offense—or at least the coaches, the running backs, and the offensive line do. Aaron...

Patriots vs. Steelers tickets 2026: See updated prices, seats, start time for Week 2 NFL game

The Patriots host the Steelers in Week 2 of the NFL season. Here's how to score tickets to the game in New England.

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...

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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...

‘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...

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...

‘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...

T.J. Watt named AFC Defensive Player of the Week

It’s hardly a surprise, but after a Week 1 against the Falcons where Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt recorded two sacks, a pick six, an additional tackle for loss and four total tackles, he...

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...

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...

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...

‘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...

‘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...

Steelers-Patriots injury report spotlights Troy Fautanu’s ankle, Joey Porter Jr.’s progress

Mike McCarthy saw Joey Porter Jr. increase his workload, but Troy Fautanu’s ankle remains the Pittsburgh Steelers’ biggest injury concern.

Joey Porter Jr. is limited again in practice as the Steelers start to prep for the Patriots
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 first for the NFL — an opening night on a Wednesday. Things didn’t go well for the Patriots in Week 1 as they lost the Seattle Seahawks in a...

Steelers’ Troy Fautanu doesn’t practice with ankle injury

Entering Week 2 of the NFL season, the Steelers’ injury report is already growing, and featuring some significant names. According to the team’s official report, starting left tackle Troy Fautanu...

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 Two game against the New England Patriots. Per the team’s release, two players did not practice today. OT Troy...

‘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...

‘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,...

Pat Freiermuth appears to be reemerging in the Steelers offense — and that's a good thing
‘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...

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...

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...

‘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...

Former Steelers Defensive Back Jim Bradshaw Dead At 87

Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Jim Bradshaw has passed away at the age of 87. His niece confirmed the news in a Facebook post. Bradshaw played for the Steelers from 1963-1967,...

‘Gonna Be A Long Day’: Former Patriots QB Expects New England To Emphasize Stopping T.J. Watt

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 1-0, but they’ve got a challenge in front of them this week. They’re playing the New England Patriots, who won the AFC last year. The Patriots lost their Week 1 game,...

Mike McCarthy unclear on Joey Porter Jr’s participation level in practice

As the Pittsburgh Steelers begin gearing up for Week 2 against the New England Patriots, it remains unclear if Joey Porter Jr will be on the field come Sunday. Ahead of Wednesday’s practice, head...

Steelers found out why Rayshawn Jenkins can't stick with one team

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense earned their Week 1 win over the Atlanta Falcons, but we're already seeing struggles from safety Rayshawn Jenkins.

The Terrible Podcast – Steelers-Falcons All-22 Recap, 3 OLB Usage, Visiting Tackles, Offensive Rankings & More

Season 17, Episode 23 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right into discussing a few things that Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike McCarthy...

T.J. Watt Wins Award For Stellar Week One Showing

T.J. Watt has been named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his dominant performance against the Atlanta Falcons. Watt was the no-brainer selection after his four tackle, three tackle for...

Steelers' early edge snap distribution is perfect for T.J. Watt

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have cracked the secret formula with their edge rusher snap distribution, and it's only going to aid veteran T.J. Watt.

Joey Porter Jr. Expected To Be Full Participant In Wednesday’s Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. is scheduled to be a full participant in the team’s Wednesday practice, head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters, including Mike DeFabo of The Athletic, ahead...

‘You Need To Get Out Of Here:’ T.J. Watt Jokes What He’ll Always Remember About Historic Pick-Six

The Pittsburgh Steelers found themselves in a rock fight with the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. The Steelers entered the fourth quarter clinging to a three-point lead. The defense had done its job,...

T.J. Watt already buying into playing fewer snaps

The Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off the 2026 season with a 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons, marking their third consecutive Week 1 win, and their sixth opening win over the last seven seasons....

Three Rivers Report: How much longer will Joey Porter Jr standoff last?

The Pittsburgh Steelers and star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. still can’t come to terms on a new contract as the Steelers prepare for Week 2 against the New England Patriots. The team has received...

Steelers-Patriots Broadcast Gets Limited Availability Around Country

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 2 matchup against the New England Patriots seems like the most notable game in the early afternoon slot this Sunday, but the networks don’t seem to agree. The...

‘That’s A Skill:’ T.J. Watt Praises OLB Coach C.J. Ah You For Managing Reps

One of the biggest changes for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 was rep management. As a whole, the team’s star defenders played significantly less...

Gene Steratore Explains How Officials Missed DPI Against DK Metcalf

While the Pittsburgh Steelers came out of Week 1 with a 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons, they lost the opportunity for more points on a third-down deep shot to WR DK Metcalf in the third...

Pryor: Joey Porter Jr. Contract Talks Lasted Through Sunday Morning

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a deadline at the start of the regular season for contract negotiations, but it’s unclear where exactly the line is drawn. Do they cut things off Saturday at 11:59 PM?...

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