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Report: Steelers poaching Panthers OLB

The Steelers wanted to add an outside linebacker, as evidenced by the team working out four on Wednesday. However, the team will be adding a different name, per a report from CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz, with Pittsburgh set to sign outside linebacker Jeremiah Moon from the Panthers’ practice squad. By poaching Moon from a practice […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Steelers work out 4 edge rushers Wednesday

After meeting with 10 players on Tuesday, the Steelers worked out for more on Wednesday, according to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson. Pittsburgh worked out edge rushers Ronnie Perkins, Isaiah Thomas, Casey Toohill, and Oshane Ximines. Perkins has one of the best pedigrees of the bunch, a former third-round pick by the Patriots in 2021. He’s bounced […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Steelers injury report: T.J. Watt still recovering from lung surgery

The Steelers began a short week of preparation for the Detroit Lions on Wednesday without star pass rusher T.J. Watt.  Watt remains sidelined after having surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung and wasn’t at the game against Miami on Monday night. Linebacker Nick Herbig (hamstring) and guard Isaac Seumalo (triceps) were both injured in […]

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Report: Steelers bring back John Rhys Plumlee

Life as a practice squad player in the NFL is one full of ups and downs. Less than 24 hours after releasing quarterback/wide receiver John Rhys Plumlee from the practice squad, the Steelers are bringing him back, a team source told Alan Saunders of Steelers Now on Wednesday. Plumlee was released on Tuesday per the […]

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Steelers re-sign veteran running back

The Pittsburgh Steelers are re-signing veteran running back Trey Sermon, the team announced today. Sermon has had multiple on-and-off stints with the Steelers since signing with the team rookie mini-camp. He’s appeared in three games for the Steelers in 2025. Sermon was drafted in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the San […]

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Secret Superstars 2025: How Kenneth Gainwell became Aaron Rodgers’ new best friend

Throughout the 2025 NFL season, SB Nation’s Doug Farrar writes about the game’s Secret Superstars — those players whose performances might slip under the radar for whatever reasons. In this installment, we focus on Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell, whose new team has recognized him as one of their castoffs from elsewhere, and an integral part of […]

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Steelers Read & React: The new faces of PIT’s playoff push

It’s been a long time since the Steelers have played a relatively stress-free game, but that’s what the fans were treated to on Monday night. After an evenly sloppy first quarter-and-a-half, the Steelers pulled ahead by scoring a touchdown on four consecutive drives for the first time since 2018.  The Steelers have added some new […]

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Wednesday links: Will the Steelers reunite Allen Lazard with Aaron Rodgers?

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a weekly Steelers links roundup at BTSC. But first, let’s take a look around the AFC North: What’s the latest on the Steelers’ upcoming opponent? Now, onto some Steelers news and discussion: Aaron Rodgers, Steelers beat Dolphins with help of ‘castoffs’ (From ESPN’s Brooke Pryor): “There’s some castoffs if you look at […]

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Steelers release John Rhys Plumlee, meet with 10 players Tuesday

The Steelers had a busy victory Tuesday after defeating the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football to close out Week 15. Per Steelers Now’s Alan Saunders and the NFL transaction sheet, Pittsburgh released quarterback/wide receiver John Rhys Plumlee from the practice squad. Plumlee was in his third stint with the Steelers. The versatile former undrafted […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Bengals claim former Steelers rookie WR

The Steelers waived rookie wide receiver Ke’Shawn Williams on Monday to make room for Marquez Valdes-Scantling on Pittsburgh’s 53-man roster. Now, Williams is headed to one of the Steelers’ biggest rivals. The Cincinnati Bengals claimed Williams on Tuesday, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported. Williams will now join the Bengals’ 53-man roster. Williams signed with the […]

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The Steelers have an emerging star in Kenneth Gainwell

In the Steelers’ resounding 28-15 win over the Miami Dolphins on Monday night, the offense looked as efficient as it has all season. The offense scored a touchdown on four consecutive drives last night, the longest touchdown streak for the team since the 2018 season. It was hard to come away from that game without […]

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Steelers expect to have star defender back vs. Lions

The Pittsburgh Steelers seemed to be at an obvious disadvantage against the Miami Dolphins without defensive tackle Derrick Harmon in the lineup against the ground attack led by running back De’Von Achane. However, the Steelers were more than ready for whatever the Dolphins threw at them, limiting Achane to just 60 yards on the ground. […]

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Steelers open as heavy underdogs to Lions in Week 16

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 8-6 after defeating the Miami Dolphins 28-15 on Monday night. With the win, the Steelers remain in control of the AFC North and get one step closer to securing a home playoff game. Pittsburgh will take on the Detroit Lions on the road in Week 16, and they open up as […]

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Varsity & JV: Winners & losers from Steelers win over Dolphins

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won two games in a row for the first time since Weeks 4 and 6 when they defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Ireland and came off the bye week to beat the Cleveland Browns. Pittsburgh defeated the Miami Dolphins 28-15, but it felt more like 280-15 with the end result never […]

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2 key Steelers injured in MNF win over Dolphins

The Steelers snapped the Miami Dolphins’ four-game winning streak with a 28-15 victory in Pittsburgh on Monday Night Football to close out Week 15. However, two of the Steelers’ top players suffered injuries in the win. Speaking to the media after the game, head coach Mike Tomlin said starting guard Isaac Seumalo has a tricep […]

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Steelers dominate Dolphins. remain atop AFC North standings

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered Monday night in need of a win. What they did was make a statement. After a slow first half that featured Asante Samuel’s first interception as a Steeler on the Dolphins’ second drive, the Steelers closed out the second quarter with a Connor Heyward touchdown, which would end up being the […]

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Steelers vs. Dolphins: Week 15 MNF game discussion

The 7-6 Steelers host the 6-7 Dolphins in an AFC battle to close out the NFL’s Week 15 on Monday Night Football. Kickoff is at 8:15 p.m. EST on ESPN. You can read BTSC’s preview of the game here. Join the discussion by signing up for an account. Stop by and enjoy the game with your fellow […]

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Steelers-Dolphins inactives: Derrick Harmon OUT for MNF

The Steelers defense will be down a key player for Monday Night Football, with the Steelers announcing that defensive tackle Derrick Harmon will be out against the Dolphins. Harmon, who hasn’t played since Nov. 23 against the Chicago Bears, was questionable with a knee injury entering the game. However, Pittsburgh running back Jaylen Warren, who […]

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Week 15 MNF tailgate open thread: Dolphins at Steelers

The Dolphins come into Acrisure Stadium tonight on MNF to take our beloved Steelers. Do Aaron and company take care of business, or will Miami be Tua much for our highly paid and highly injured defense to handle? Join your fellow Steelers fans getting ready for Monday Night Steelers Football!

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Steelers release WR, elevate OT, DL ahead of Dolphins matchup

The Steelers made a flurry of roster moves ahead Monday night’s matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Along with the previously-reported signing of wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to the 53-man roster, the Steelers announced they have released wide receiver Ke’Shawn Williams in a corresponding move. Williams briefly had a role as Pittsburgh’s starting return man earlier […]

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Steelers signing veteran WR to active roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their active roster, per Gerry Dulac. “Steelers are going to sign WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to the 53-man roster,” Dulac reports on X. “MVS was going to be elevated from the practice squad for tonight’s game, which would’ve been his second of three allotted ‘elevations.’” MVS […]

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Steelers vs. Dolphins: Week 15 staff picks

The Pittsburgh Steelers will play their lone Monday Night Football game of the season to close out Week 15 against the Miami Dolphins. The Steelers have won an astounding 22 consecutive Monday Night home games, a streak they will look to continue. Will they get it done? Our staff weighs in with their picks: Ryland […]

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