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The Steelers sit 6-2 and aim to solidify their AFC hopes by shoring up wide receiver depth after DK Metcalf’s underwhelming showing. With the Nov. 10 trade deadline looming, Pittsburgh is reportedly linked to multiple receivers to boost the unit. The article examines the urgency of the move and potential targets as the team looks to jump‑start its offense post‑bye.
Mike McCarthy updates fans on Michael Pittman Jr.'s status ahead of the NFL trade deadline. The former solution to the Steelers' No. 2 receiver gap faces another setback as a recurring foot injury limits his play, despite the team’s big investment and a recent contract extension. McCarthy says Pittman is "getting close" to returning, but his exact timeline remains uncertain, leaving Pittsburgh's passing game in limbo.
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.
The Steelers sit 6‑2 heading into a bye week and face a critical AFC North showdown with the equally‑ranked Bengals next Sunday. A win gives Pittsburgh sole possession of first place and an edge over rival Cleveland, while a loss could drop them to second. Rich Eisen warns that Cincinnati’s “chunk‑play” offense could wear down opponents, giving the Bengals a strategic advantage. The article recaps the Steelers’ earlier season victory over Cincinnati and outlines what the winner stands to gain in the playoff race.
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.
Pittsburgh now has three games scheduled to start at 1 p.m. ET (Weeks 11, 15 and 17) during the second half of the season.
The Chiefs’ 35‑12 victory over the Jets keeps them tied at 6‑2 with a 6‑1 AFC record, positioning them just behind the league‑leading Bills (6‑1) as the AFC playoff race tightens. Meanwhile, the Jaguars (6‑2), Steelers (6‑2) and Bengals (6‑2) round out a six‑team logjam, while Denver (7‑2) holds the West lead. Key shifts include New England’s 45‑27 loss to Green Bay and Cleveland’s overtime defeat by New Orleans, widening the gap between the top six and the rest of the conference. The updated Week 9 standings underline a crucial mid‑season battle for playoff seeding.
Adam Schefter reports that the Indianapolis Colts have submitted a trade offer for Steelers wide receiver Josh Downs that includes at least a fourth‑round draft pick, pushing Pittsburgh’s asking price higher than expected.
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.
The Steelers are gearing up to chase a wide receiver before the November 9 trade deadline, but they face stiff competition—roughly one‑third of the league is also in the market. GM Omar Khan will be on the phones until the 4 PM EST cutoff, likely hearing a busy signal as teams vie for talent. NFL insider Jordan Schultz breaks down the list of interested clubs and the receiver options that could reshape Pittsburgh’s offense.
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Joe Burrow's 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid lifts his MVP odds above Josh Allen, according to BetOnline. Burrow completed 24 of 29 passes for two TDs, raising his season stats to a 74% completion rate, 2,386 yards and 23 touchdowns, and becoming the first NFL player to post four straight games with four TD passes and a 70% completion mark. The Bengals (6-2) tie the Steelers for the AFC North lead and aim to extend their four‑game streak when they host Pittsburgh on Nov. 15.
James Harrison warns the Steelers not to underestimate a revamped Cincinnati Bengals as they head into their Week 9 showdown. After a bye, Pittsburgh holds the AFC North lead, but a loss drops them from first place. Harrison emphasizes that the Bengals' roster and schemes have changed since their earlier season victory, urging the Steelers to treat the game as a fresh challenge.
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.
The NFL swaps Week 11’s Sunday slate, moving the Steelers‑Eagles game to the 1 p.m. regional slot and promoting the Jaguars‑Giants matchup to the 4:25 p.m. national window on CBS. Both Jacksonville, now a top Super Bowl contender, and New York, sitting 5‑2‑1 after beating Philadelphia, earn broader exposure, while the Eagles slump to 2‑7 amid Jalen Hurts’ season‑ending blood clot issues. The change also avoids a weak national broadcast that would have pitted Steelers‑Eagles against Raiders‑Broncos, and highlights upcoming flex‑scheduling challenges for the league.
The NFL flexes the Jacksonville Jaguars' Week 11 showdown with the New York Giants to the 4:25 p.m. ET slot on Sunday, Nov. 22, while moving the Steelers‑Eagles game to 1 p.m. ET. Both contests stay on CBS. The change bumps the Jaguars (6‑2) and Giants (5‑2) into a prime‑time window, reflecting their Super Bowl‑caliber runs, and pushes the originally 1 p.m. game at MetLife Stadium later in the day. Fans should adjust travel and tailgate plans for the new kickoff time.
The Steelers’ Week 11 showdown with the Eagles moves up to a 1 p.m. ET slot, swapping places with the Jaguars‑Giants game. The matchup pits Pittsburgh, poised at 7‑2 and atop the AFC North if they beat the Bengals Sunday, against a struggling Philadelphia squad at 2‑7 after a seven‑game skid and the loss of Jalen Hurts to blood clots. The Eagles now rely on third‑string QB Joe Milton, following unsuccessful starts by Tanner McKee. The game marks the Steelers’ first win in Philadelphia since 1965, adding extra intrigue to the early‑day flexed broadcast.
After a seventh straight loss, the NFL flexes the Eagles’ Week 11 home game against the Steelers to a 1:00 PM kickoff on November 22 (CBS), moving it from its original 4:25 PM slot. The change also shifts the late‑afternoon slot to a Giants‑Jaguars matchup. The article lists the Eagles’ remaining schedule, highlighting key dates like the Thanksgiving game at Dallas (Nov 26) and a Sunday Night finale at the 49ers (Jan 3). The move signals the league’s response to Philadelphia’s slump and could foreshadow more flexes if the Eagles continue to struggle.
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.
Jordan Schultz predicts more than 10 NFL trades before the Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026 deadline. He says the Chiefs, 49ers, and Seahawks all need receiver help; the 49ers also want a pass rusher. Buffalo may target a safety, while Denver looks for a running back or tight end. Pittsburgh seeks a receiver and corner, and Cincinnati will explore mid‑tier deals. Chicago wants a corner, Minnesota aims to add big‑line players, and New York’s Giants need a defensive tackle and a running back. Detroit eyes any defensive aid, Green Bay wants a running back, and New England is after another pass rusher but could move DT Christian Barmore. The article lists 10 mock trades that address these needs.
Former Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson praised Jordan Love after the Packers' 45-27 win over the Patriots.
The NFL has shifted the Week 11 matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles from a 4:25 PM to a 1 PM EST kickoff, according to an NFL Media tweet on Monday. The change affects the Steelers' schedule and comes alongside a flex adjustment for the Jacksonville Jaguars–New York Giants game.
Jeremy Fowler reports that the Steelers are actively seeking a wide receiver before the trade deadline but aim to keep the price low. With the deadline just hours away, Pittsburgh appears reluctant to surrender significant draft capital, preferring an inexpensive deal to bolster its passing game.
Multiple teams who made the playoffs last spring, including the Penguins and Flyers, are struggling in 2026-27.
The Dallas Cowboys, now 4-5 after a late‑game win over the Colts, remain in the NFC East race but head coach Brian Schottenheimer’s future is uncertain. After a 33-30 overtime loss to the Cardinals on Nov. 1, owner Jerry Jones defended the coach, blaming the players. An anonymous NFL executive told The Athletic that former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin could be a candidate if Dallas opens a vacancy, suggesting Jones might finally cede control. Yet Tomlin’s contentment at NBC, his aversion to distractions, and Jones’s hands‑on ownership style make the Tomlin‑Dallas move seem unlikely.