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The Steelers are doomed as long as Mike Tomlin remains in Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense has given up nearly 1,000 yards and 68 points over their last two games. They currently rank 30th in total defense, 25th in defensive EPA per play, and 22nd in success rate. So naturally, Mike Tomlin began his Tuesday press conference by blaming the offense for the Steelers’ loss to the […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Steelers to work out former All-Pro safety after DeShon Elliott injury

The Steelers are evaluating new safety talent following DeShon Elliott’s injury against the Green Bay Packers. Pittsburgh will be working out veteran safeties Eddie Jackson and Vonn Bell today, head coach Mike Tomlin said in his press conference Tuesday. Jackson was a fourth-round pick in 2017 by the Chicago Bears. He was a first-team All-Pro […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Mike Tomlin provides positive update on DeShon Elliott

The Steelers suffered a loss to one of their top defenders in their 35-25 defeat at the hands of the Green Bay Packers. Safety DeShon Elliott suffered what appeared to be a serious knee injury while tackling Tucker Kraft. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Monday night that he was expected to miss the rest of the […]

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Steelers Mock Draft Roundup: Does Pittsburgh need a CB?

A few weeks ago, most of us were looking forward to key AFC North matchups and the potential of a home playoff game, but those vibes changed quickly following two consecutive ugly losses.  Which can only mean one thing – it’s mock draft season again!  Here’s who some of the top analysts have the Steelers […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Let’s talk Steelers: What should Pittsburgh do at safety?

The Steelers’ secondary gave up 360 passing yards against the Green Bay Packers in a loss on Sunday night, and it got even worse when starting strong safety DeShon Elliott left the game with a knee injury. Now, a report from Jeremy Fowler of ESPN says the Steelers are “bracing” for Elliott to miss the […]

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Steelers S DeShon Elliott expected to miss rest of season

The Steelers have lost two straight games, the latest of which was a 35-25 loss to the Green Bay Packers. In addition to the Week 8 loss, they have lost one of their top defenders for the season. Per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Steelers expect safety DeShon Elliott to be out for the remainder […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Commanders at Chiefs: Week 8 Monday Night Football game thread

Two of the most entertaining quarterbacks in the league will be playing to close out Week 8 as the Kansas City Chiefs host the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. The 4-3 Chiefs appear to have recovered from their early-season stumbles and once again look like the Super Bowl favorite in the AFC. The 3-4 […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Steelers signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling

The Steelers have finally made a move at wide receiver. Per Jeremy Fowler, the Steelers are signing wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Pittsburgh brought in the veteran for a workout on Monday, and the former Packer and Chief plans to sign with Pittsburgh and reunite with Aaron Rodgers. Valdes-Scantling spent 2018-21 with Aaron Rodgers in Green […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

James Harrison calls out Steelers for poor performance in primetime

Steelers fans are not taking the 35-25 loss to the Green Bay Packers well on Monday. That frustration extends to former players, where none might be taking it as hard as James Harrison. Monday, Harrison went off on the Steelers and their failed performance. “How do you not get up for Sunday Night Football if […]

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Report: Steelers DL suffered torn ACL

Steelers defensive lineman Daniel Ekuale tore his ACL in the Steelers’ Sunday Night Football loss to the Green Bay Packers, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Monday. Ekuale’s left the game early with a knee injury. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin called it “significant” in the postgame press conference. The 31-year-old, in his seventh NFL season, […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Varsity & JV: Winners & losers from Steelers loss to Packers

The Steelers haven’t had a lot to celebrate over the last two weeks, dropping two games in a row to the Cincinnati Bengals and Green Bay Packers, respectively. The latest loss was largely a copy and paste of the defensive woes from Week 7. There was a small number of quality performances that should be […]

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Steelers open as underdogs vs. Colts

The Steelers are losers of two straight games, very quickly going from 4-1 and in command of the AFC North to 4-3 and in need of a win to avoid absolute turmoil. Pittsburgh will play host to the team with the best record and the best offense in the NFL, the Indianapolis Colts, in Week […]

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4 takeaways from the Steelers’ 35-25 loss to the Green Bay Packers

The Steelers dropped a second game in a row Sunday night following a brutal second half against the Packers, falling 35-25 at home. As always, there are plenty of takeaways to be had: 1. The defense is officially in trouble Here’s an ugly statistic for you: The NFL’s highest-paid defense, the Pittsburgh Steelers, have now […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Steelers defense gets gashed again in loss to Packers

In August of 2022, then-AEW Champion Jon Moxley cut a promo on CM Punk, with the now-infamous tagline being four words: “Weak mind, weak spirit.” Who knew that those words would also perfectly encapsulate the Pittsburgh Steelers? After taking a 16-7 lead into halftime against the Green Bay Packers, the Steelers allowed 28 second-half points, […]

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Steelers suffer ‘significant’ injuries in loss to Packers

The Steelers’ 10-point loss to the Green Bay Packers sounded even worse Sunday night, with Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin saying three players suffered injuries he deemed “significant.” Starting safety DeShon Elliott and defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale (once again called “significant” by Tomlin) have a knee injuries, Tomlin said in his postgame press conference, adding […]

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AFC Playoff Picture: Pittsburgh Steelers’ loss doesn’t hurt them in AFC North

The Pittsburgh Steelers fell to 4-3 on Sunday night with their second straight loss, but that didn’t mean they would fall far in the AFC playoff race. They stayed in fourth place despite the loss, but the rest of the division is in striking distance now, even though the Bengals and Browns lost. Around the […]

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Steelers S DeShon Elliott suffers leg injury vs. Packers

The Pittsburgh Steelers lead the Green Bay Packers 16-7 at the time of writing, but one of their top defenders suffered a potentially severe injury. DeShon Elliott had his right leg rolled on by Packers tight end Tucker Kraft, and he was unable to put any pressure on it after the fact, needing help from […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Steelers working out deep threat WR, former teammate of Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers currently lead the Green Bay Packers 16-7 at halftime of their Week 8 matchup. In the midst of that, though, NFL insider Jordan Schultz revealed the Steelers will be working out a veteran receiver on Monday. Per Schultz, the Steelers are bringing in Marquez Valdes-Scantling for a workout. Valdes-Scantling was teammates with […]

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Steelers DT out for game with knee injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers lead the Green Bay Packers 16-7 at halftime. And while the Steelers can be happy with the lead, they’ll have to hold onto it without one of their defensive linemen. Daniel Ekuale is officially out for the game with a knee injury, per Burt Lauten. Ekuale signed as a free agent this […]

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Steelers vs. Packers: Week 8 SNF game thread

After a long wait, it’s finally kickoff. The AFC North’s top team is hosting the NFC North’s top team as the Steelers and Packers clash on Sunday Night Football. After dropping a game against the Bengals last week, the 4-2 Steelers are hoping to add to the win column as they fight to maintain their […]

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Steelers-Packers inactives: Zach Frazier ACTIVE for SNF

Ahead of kickoff, the Steelers and Packers have announced their inactive lists for Week 8. There aren’t any surprises on the Steelers’ list, with center Zach Frazier active after being questionable late in the week. The Packers, on the other hand, will be without one of their top wide receivers in Dontayvion Wicks, as well […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Report: Saints not expected to trade WR Chris Olave 

It feels like the wideout bandied about the most at the deadline over the past few seasons is Saints’ pass-catcher Chris Olave. On Saturday, The Athletic’s Diana Russini tweeted the following: “Barring an unforeseen change, the Saints are not expected to move Chris Olave prior to the trade deadline.” Olave, 25, was entering the final […]

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Saturday Night Open Thread: Well I say ‘hard cheese’

Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). 10 days later and we need to wash away that TNF loss. Tomorrow, Aaron Rodgers faces his former team in prime time. The Steelers need this win vs the Packers. It’s not as a must-have […]

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