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Thursday, August 20, 2026
Is Elandon Roberts A Lock For 53-Man Roster?

Is Elandon Roberts a lock to make the Steelers’ 53-man roster? The Steelers brought in Elandon Roberts, whom they are familiar with, even with the shift in coaching staff this year. Mike Tomlin’s...

The Steelers Don’t Know Who Their 2027 Quarterback Will Be. They Know He’ll Be Cheap.

Who will replace Aaron Rodgers and start in 2027? That answer won’t come for a while. Whoever inherits the throne, though, will come on a cheap contract. For as flexible and malleable as the...

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Depot After Dark: New Look At Camp Fight, Tomlin Defines His ‘Tomlin-isms,’ Najee Talks New Team

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...

‘Get Used To Saying The Name’: Analyst Loves Versatile Steelers Rookie Riley Nowakowski

The more you can do, the better chance you have of sticking on the 53-man roster in today’s NFL, especially under Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy. Fortunately for rookie fifth-round...

Max Iheanachor’s Injury Misfortune Should Be An Opportunity For Broderick Jones

Mike Tomlin is no longer the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, but his Tomlinisms still echo around the South Side facility, through the media landscape, and even in the fanbase. One...

Pittsburgh Will Face Star Defender In Week Six Trip To Tampa Bay

Just under one month after demanding a trade, throwing his future with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into doubt, star defensive lineman Vita Vea is back with the franchise. Vea and the Buccaneers...

Three Former Steelers Have Tryouts With Other NFL Teams

With the preseason rolling along and the regular season inching closer, roster decisions are being made all around the NFL. Some of those involve the Pittsburgh Steelers and their former players...

Mason Rudolph admits jealousy towards Drew Allar, Will Howard

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to be getting closer to solidifying their quarterback room. After terrific outings for all three of Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar in Week 1 of the...

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,994)

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...

Zach Frazier Faces Long Odds To Win Prestigious Offensive Lineman Award

Ever since being pushed into a starting role early in his rookie season, Zach Frazier has done nothing but live up to expectations. He’s remained healthy across the first two years of his career...

Texans injury could tempt the Steelers into a Roman Wilson mistake

Roman Wilson’s improved camp and injuries to DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. give the Pittsburgh Steelers reason to reject any Houston Texans trade proposal.

‘Isn’t A Jordan Love Situation’: Steelers Don’t Have ‘Quarterback Of The Future’ On Roster, Analyst Says

The Pittsburgh Steelers will start a quarterback this season we’re all very familiar with in Aaron Rodgers. But during these next two preseason games, Steelers fans will get to learn a lot about...

Steelers just handed Will Howard a massive opportunity he can't afford to waste

This is the perfect opportunity for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard to take advantage of his preseason start and secure a roster spot on the team.

A Perfect Fit In Steelers Defense, Analyst Names Joey Porter Jr. Possible First-Time Pro Bowler

He remains on the Active/PUP list with a back injury that flared up during the conditioning test prior to the start of training camp, and he’s still awaiting a new contract, but once Pittsburgh...

Steelers tab Will Howard for extended look as Aaron Rodgers continues to sit during preseason

Pittsburgh will give Howard and Drew Allar extended looks on Friday night

‘We’re Excited’: Andy Weidl Sees Roman Wilson’s Growth, But Acknowledges ‘We Got A Long Way To Go’

Roman Wilson is heading into a crucial third season of his NFL career. So far, he’s stepping up, in practice at least. In his second year with Aaron Rodgers, the chemistry between the two does...

Young Steelers QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar will take center stage in Friday's preseason game
Will Howard Names Top Priorities For Second Preseason Game

Will Howard’s preseason debut last Thursday was solid, the second-year quarterback completing seven-of-nine passes for 86 yards and leading a successful two-minute drive, but he already has a list...

Andy Weidl Preaches Importance Of Quality Depth, Especially At Cornerback

The Pittsburgh Steelers have depth at nearly every position. That’s part of assistant general manager Andy Weidl’s plan. Aware as anyone about how quickly injuries can burn through a roster, Weidl...

Steelers reveal if Aaron Rodgers will play vs. Jets

Steelers coach Mike McCarthy announced Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph will sit against the Jets to evaluate Will Howard and Drew Allar.

‘Both Making Progress:’ McCarthy Not Worried About Porter, Ramsey Missing Summer Reps

What was a Pittsburgh Steelers concern entering training camp has become a reality now that Latrobe is in their rearview mirror. Safety Jalen Ramsey and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. landed on the...

McCarthy to hand reins to Howard, Allar vs. Jets

The Steelers will start second-year quarterback Will Howard against the Jets on Friday while rookie fourth-round pick Drew Allar will follow.

Mason Rudolph Is Rooting For Pittsburgh’s Young Quarterbacks. He’s Also A Little Jealous.

If Mason Rudolph could go back in time and have the same coaching and structure Will Howard and Drew Allar are enjoying now, maybe Rudolph would’ve lived up to the Pittsburgh Steelers hype of...

‘Wanna See Him Take A Step’: McCarthy Vows To Give Eli Heidenreich ‘More Opportunities’ Against New York

Eli Heidenreich was always going to have an uphill battle to make the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 53-man roster. That climb got even steeper after he miss a portion of training camp due to injury. He did...

‘Definitely Slowing Down:’ Drew Allar Feeling ‘Confident’ Running Steelers’ Offense

When it comes to young quarterbacks in the NFL, they are chasing the time in their careers where things slow down from a mental aspect, allowing them to play fast and free and let their physical...

Better And Deeper: DeShon Elliott Likes Look Of Steelers’ New Secondary

When DeShon Elliott returns to the field in Week 1, he’ll be a welcome addition to a secondary that clearly missed him in the last half of 2025. He’ll be joined by plenty of news faces, ones he...

Mike McCarthy Told Will Howard To Drop Weight In Offseason

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Will Howard is playing lighter this season, he told reporters after practice on Wednesday. Ahead of his start in the team’s second preseason game on Friday, Howard said he’s...

Mike McCarthy provides injury update on Joey Porter Jr, Jalen Ramsey

Training camp is now in the rearview mirror, and we did not see either of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ top two defensive backs practice at all at Saint Vincent College due to injuries. Both Joey...

Several Steelers Rookies Fail To Practice Wednesday, Could Miss Preseason Game

For Friday’s preseason game, the Pittsburgh Steelers could be without three rookies the team selected in April. Per The Athletic’s Mike DeFabo, OG Gennings Dunker and OT Max Iheanachor did not...

Steelers Won’t Face Starting Texans WR After Season-Ending Injury

The Houston Texans will play the 2026 season without starting wide receiver Jayden Higgins. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Higgins is out for the year after tearing his ACL during a Tuesday joint...

The Terrible Podcast – Benton Contract Breakdown, McCarthy Reveals QB Plan, Kozora’s QB Camp Grades & More

Season 17, Episode 10 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, that was Alex Kozora and I start by talking about the new contract extension the Pittsburgh...

‘Able To Surge:’ Playoff Football Reason Steelers Investing In Defensive Line, Weidl Says

The Pittsburgh Steelers have continually upgraded their defensive line through the draft and free agency under Omar Khan and Andy Weidl. While improving the offensive line has been a major focus...

‘He’ll Play’: Mike McCarthy Addresses Kaleb Johnson’s Limited Snaps In Preseason Opener

Lost amid an exciting debut from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rookie class and strong quarterback play from all three of their options was the curious lack of involvement from second-year RB Kaleb...

NBC Structured Mike Tomlin’s Contract To Compel Him To Stay With Network

NBC is hoping Mike Tomlin’s broadcasting career lasts more than a single season. The network apparently structured his contract in the hopes of incentivizing him to stay. Per Andrew Marchand, the...

Steelers’ future breakout rookie is already hiding in plain sight

The Pittsburgh Steelers are already getting sneaky-good play out of sixth-round rookie Gabriel Rubio, and he may be poised for a breakout season.

Steelers news: Pittsburgh gets good news about its top receiver duo

While the Pittsburgh Steelers are dealing with multiple injuries, it sounds like D.K. Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. will be on their way back soon. Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the two...

Former NFL GM Urges Steelers To Keep Howard, Allar Over Rudolph

While keeping four quarterbacks remains a possibility, it would be uncharted territory for Mike McCarthy and a rarity for the Steelers. Pittsburgh hasn’t carried four quarterbacks since the 1990s,...

Mike Tomlin nervous but excited to join Football Night in America

Mike Tomlin is going to consume and analyze football from a different lens in 2026 for the first time in over 19 years. The former Steelers head coach stepped down after a disappointing playoff...

Will Howard to start at QB vs. Jets

The Pittsburgh Steelers and their young quarterbacks are coming off respective strong performances against the Green Bay Packers. Second-year signal-caller Will Howard went 7-of-9 for 86 yards and...

Mike McCarthy Reveals QB Plan For Steelers’ 2nd Preseason Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ second preseason game is Friday night, and they are planning on getting a good long look at their two young quarterbacks on the roster. “Mike McCarthy says Will Howard...

Ben Roethlisberger is buying the hype around Steelers’ young QB duo

Ben Roethlisberger discusses his thoughts on Pittsburgh Steelers QBs Will Howard and Drew Howard in Week 1 of the preseason.

Ray Fittipaldo's Steelers chat: 08.19.26
Deshon Elliott Declares Himself ‘Fully Healthy’ And Ready To ‘Play Ball’

DeShon Elliott initially injured his knee in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season when Cam Heyward awkwardly rolled up on his leg after a tackle. That same ligament was compromised again against the...

Steelers Being Forced To Consider Carrying Four Quarterbacks, Beat Writers Believe

With the strong preseason showing from the quarterbacks, the Steelers will have to consider carrying four, beat reporters believe. While the coaching staff has mentioned it over the past couple...

New Contract Details For DT Keeanu Benton Revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers recently signed DT Keeanu Benton to a four-year, $72 million contract extension and on Wednesday the full details of that deal surfaced via Over the Cap and the NFLPA....

Broadcast Team For Steelers-Saints Paris Game Revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers don’t play the New Orleans Saints until Week 7, but we now know who will be on the NFL Network broadcast from Paris. In an ESPN press release, it was announced that Dave...

‘They Don’t Know Football:’ DeShon Elliott Slams PFF

Pittsburgh Steelers S DeShon Elliott is not a fan of Pro Football Focus. The player grading service has drawn the ire of Steelers past and present, and on Cam Heyward’s Not Just Football podcast,...

3 uncomfortable truths (and 3 big wins) from Steelers' intense training camp

One thing is for sure: as the Pittsburgh Steelers leave training camp, their roster has found some solutions and further questions during summer practices.

Mark Kaboly Deflates Gabriel Rubio Hype: ‘Nobody’s Gonna Be Knocking Down His Door’

Despite the recent enthusiasm for Steelers rookie DL Gabriel Rubio, Mark Kaboly isn’t buying that he’ll make the 53-man roster. At least not yet, anyway, but right now, he doesn’t sound very high...

DeShon Elliott Has ‘Respect’ For Mike McCarthy Not Instituting Tackling In Practice

One storyline that stood out above most during the Pittsburgh Steelers’ training camp was the lack of live tackling. A staple under Mike Tomlin, tackling wasn’t allowed in Mike McCarthy’s first...

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