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Steelers sign two more rookies
The Steelers have signed rookies Germie Bernard and Eli Heidenreich to their first NFL contracts, the team announced Monday. Pittsburgh traded up to select Bernard, an Alabama wide receiver, in the second round in 2026. Heidenreich, who was added to the Steelers’ roster as a running back/wide receiver, was a versatile slotback in the Navy […]
Sights and sounds from the Steelers’ first OTA
Steelers OTAs, or organized team activities, kicked off on Monday in Pittsburgh. And despite the practice’s voluntary nature, the team saw good attendance on Day 1 — even newly re-signed quarterback Aaron Rodgers was present. The team still has nine OTAs and a mandatory minicamp before training camp starts later in the summer. The depth […]
Steelers OT Troy Fautanu makes feelings clear on potential position change
After drafting Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor and Iowa guard Gennings Dunker with two of their first four picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, it was clear that change to the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line would be imminent. Pittsburgh has spent three of the last four first-round picks on offensive tackles. With Broderick Jones still […]
Steelers sign former Pitt cornerback
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed another player who participated in their rookie minicamp last week. According to Steelers Now’s Alan Saunders, the Steelers have signed former Pitt defensive back Tamon Lynum after a rookie minicamp tryout. Lynum was spotted at the first official OTA practice wearing number 42. Lynum joins former Michigan offensive lineman Greg […]
Steelers QB Will Howard surpasses Mason Rudolph to begin OTAs
All eyes are on the quarterback position for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Not just because Aaron Rodgers returned for his 22nd NFL season, but because the team now has four quarterbacks on its roster, meaning one will be the odd man out. With how Pittsburgh divided the reps on the first day of OTAs, it looks […]
Steelers make big changes on offensive line to begin OTAs
The Pittsburgh Steelers began their first week of OTAs on Monday, and it’s already clear to see what changes they are exploring on offense. Specifically, their first-team offensive line looks much different than it did when the 2025 season ended. The Steelers didn’t bring back long-time guard Isaac Seumalo, which led to the veteran signing […]
Steelers rookie changes jersey number ahead of OTAs
When the Pittsburgh Steelers released jersey numbers for their rookie class, fans immediately looked at kick returner/wide receiver Kaden Wetjen in No. 42 and had some questions. The Iowa product let it be known he would have a new number before the season started, and he has now made the change official, switching to No. 10. The […]
The good and bad with Aaron Rodgers in 2026
It goes without saying that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is polarizing. Heck, polarizing doesn’t even seem to be the correct word anymore, as seemingly everyone in the NFL media sphere loves to treat Rodgers like he’s a member of Nickelback. Regardless on how you feel about Rodgers, it’s disingenuous to act as if he […]
Trust the Board — Episode 012: The Too Early Top 10 QB ranking for the 2027 draft class
The Steelers are just one of several teams that might be looking to draft a quarterback in the 2027 draft. The class will have months to solidify, but Joey and Ryan take an early look at some of the big names you should be monitoring this fall.
Aaron Rodgers gets big raise from Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year deal that will see the four-time MVP return for a second season in the Steel City. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Rodgers will be getting a significant raise in 2026. “Aaron Rodgers is expected to sign a one-year deal worth up to […]
Aaron Rodgers re-signing with Steelers for 2026 season
The wait is finally over. Per Adam Schefter, Aaron Rodgers is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal. The four-time MVP will reunite with his former head coach with the Green Bay Packers, Mike McCarthy. Rodgers is coming off a year in which he threw for 24 touchdowns to just seven interceptions, leading […]
Saturday Night Open Thread: The Whole 9 Yard Sales
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT). It’s an offseason of change for our Steelers, and where better to spend spare change than a yard sale? Here in DE, there’s many community yard sales each weekend, with deals to be had […]
Dan Orlovsky predicts double-digit losses for Steelers
Former NFL quarterback turned ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky doesn’t appear to be buying into any hype surrounding the revamped Pittsburgh Steelers heading into the 2026 season. During ESPN’s NFL schedule release coverage, Orlovsky gave a brutally pessimistic outlook on Pittsburgh’s chances this season, particularly once the schedule turns difficult after the bye week. “Find a […]
Jalen Hurts addresses Steelers QB situation in schedule release video
Every appears to be getting in on the fun (if that’s what you want to call it) of the uncertainty surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers and their quarterback situation. While many expect Aaron Rodgers to return for a second season at some point, nothing is set in stone. Now, even the Steelers’ future opponents are getting […]
Friday Night Happy Hour: Rainy mid-May edition
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Steelers sign first-round OT Max Iheanachor
The Steelers have their first-round pick under contract with days left until OTAs. On Friday, Pittsburgh announced the team signed first-round offensive tackle Max Iheanachor to his rookie contract. Per KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson, the deal is four years, $20.7 million with an $11.6 million signing bonus. Like all first rounders, Iheanachor has a fifth-year option. […]
Mike Tomlin to return to Pittsburgh in Week 13
With the release of the 2026 NFL schedule, the Pittsburgh Steelers have a daunting back half of their slate. From Weeks 10-18, eight of the Steelers’ final nine games are against 2025 playoff teams or AFC North opponents who will likely be in the mix for playoff spots in 2026. Among those 2025 playoff teams […]
Steelers schedule 2026: Instant predictions for all 17 games
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 schedule is here, and it’s time for another yearly tradition: going game by game and picking every contest on the Steelers’ slate. Yes, this is not anything close to a scientific exercise, especially with so many changes bound to happen between now and September (I am predicting these games with the […]
The schedule is out: Steelers 2026 game predictions
The Steelers’ 2026 schedule was announced Thursday night. And in true NFL fashion, the whole thing was leaked well before the league made it official. But now, it’s time for another yearly tradition: With the schedule out, let’s go game by game, predicting the wins and losses. Yes, this is not anything close to a […]
Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 regular season schedule
The Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 schedule has been officially revealed, and it goes as follows: Regular Season Schedule Preseason Schedule Let us know what you think in the comments. Be sure to bookmark Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest news, breakdowns, and more!
Steelers predicted to trade T.J. Watt to ensure Nick Herbig extension
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a big decision to make regarding edge rusher Nick Herbig. The ascending edge rusher is set to hit free agency in 2027, and the Steelers are already paying big money to T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. Herbig’s talent and potential are both evident, though, and Pittsburgh would be rightfully criticized if […]
Steelers Read & React: Get to know the 2026 UDFA class
Undrafted free agents have played a big part in Pittsburgh Steelers history, from all-time greats such as Donnie Shell and James Harrison, to “Fast” Willie Parker, the record holder for the Super Bowl’s longest rushing touchdown, and even today with the team’s one-two punch of Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle at running back. With that […]
Steelers will be one of NFL’s least-traveled teams in 2026
The Steelers are traveling as far as Paris in the upcoming NFL season, but they’ll still be in the bottom 10 in the league when it comes to total air miles in 2026. Per Bill Speros of Bookies.com, the Steelers will travel 14,183 miles in total in 2026 — 26th most in the NFL. Pittsburgh […]
Steelers 2026 Week 1 opponent revealed in schedule leak
The Pittsburgh Steelers will reportedly host the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 of the 2026 season. The Steelers are very familiar with new Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski, as he was the head coach of the Cleveland Browns from 2020-25. The Falcons sport a new quarterback in Tua Tagovailoa, who was released by the Miami […]
Steelers schedule 2026: Tracking all the leaks and rumors
The NFL will officially release its schedule on Thursday at 8:00 PM EST. In the hours leading up to the official schedule release, though, there will be several leaks and confirmed games across the NFL. The following is a running list of rumored dates for the Steelers in 2026. Steelers 2026 Schedule Rumors Per Fanduel […]
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