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Mike McCarthy explains why Steelers re-signed Elandon Roberts
It was the surprise of roster cutdown day when the Pittsburgh Steelers parted ways with veteran inside linebacker Elandon Roberts. After signing late in camp and returning to the team following a season in Las Vegas, Roberts seemed like a sure bet to make the team. He didn’t. The Steelers opted to keep seven defensive linemen […]
Steelers Week 5 grades: Offense has most complete performance of the year
Don’t look now, but the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense is getting hot. They scored a season-high 34 points against the Indianapolis Colts, and are averaging just under 30 points over their last three games. As we do each week, Joey Bray and I will hand out grades for the previous game’s performances, so let’s get into […]
Steelers Week 6 power rankings roundup: Is Pittsburgh gaining respect?
The Pittsburgh Steelers got back on track with a huge win over the Indianapolis Colts, 34-22 in Week 5. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers tossed three touchdowns for the third consecutive game. Running back Jaylen Warren had a touchdown reception of 80 yards and a touchdown run of 50 yards in the contest. It was the third […]
Steelers news: The time is now for Germie Bernard
The Pittsburgh Steelers are dealing with the injury bug. Specifically, the wide receiver room has been hit big time with the short-term IR trip for Michael Pittman Jr. and the news of a potential multi-week absence for Roman Wilson, who was primed to take on a bigger role with Pittman Jr.’s injury. The Steelers pivoted […]
5 takeaways from the Steelers’ 34-22 win over the Indianapolis Colts
The Steelers rebounded well from a Week 4 loss, defeating the Colts in Pittsburgh 34-22 to advance to 3-2 on the 2026 season. As always, there are plenty of takeaways to be had: 1. The Steelers needed a star on offense — and they finally found one When discussing the shortcomings of the Steelers’ offense […]
BTSC Monday Night Football thread: Bills at Rams
The NFL’s Week 5 finale has the looks of a good game as two of the league’s most exciting teams — the 3-1 Buffalo Bills and 2-2 Los Angeles Rams — clash on Monday Night Football. Who are you rooting for? What are you watching for? Need any players to have big games in fantasy […]
Mike McCarthy gives Jaylen Warren update every Steelers fan wanted
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is quietly becoming one of the best running backs in the NFL. The league nationally may not be taking notice, but Warren is receiving high praise in Pittsburgh from every facet of the game. The 5-foot-8 running back has been the Steelers’ most impressive offensive weapon over the past […]
Steelers will be without Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek vs. Buccaneers
The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without wide receivers Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek for their upcoming matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, head coach Mike McCarthy announced during his Monday press conference. The absences leave Pittsburgh without two depth options at wide receiver as the team prepares for a challenging matchup against Tampa Bay. Their […]
The Steelers’ offense has found its formula
Don’t look now, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have found their groove offensively. After a slow start in Weeks 1 and 2, Pittsburgh has fielded one of the NFL’s best offenses over the last three weeks. Per Sumer Sports, the Steelers have the fourth-highest EPA per play since Week 3, trailing only the Detroit Lions, Atlanta […]
Steelers news: Jaylen Warren has emerged as an elite running back
The NFL is filled with underrated and underappreciated stars. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ best offensive player in 2026 has been running back Jaylen Warren, who has introduced himself to the outside world with his breakout campaign. Steelers fans knew how dynamic the running back was, but this season Warren has taken his game to another level. […]
Steelers news: Jaylen Warren has emerged as an elite running back back
The NFL is filled with underrated and underappreciated stars. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ best offensive player in 2026 has been running back Jaylen Warren, who has introduced himself to the outside world with his breakout campaign. Steelers fans knew how dynamic the running back was, but this season Warren has taken his game to another level. […]
Steelers WR Roman Wilson to miss multiple weeks with injury
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson suffered a finger injury in the team’s Week 5 win over the Indianapolis Colts. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, he’ll miss multiple games because of it. “Steelers WR Roman Wilson is expected to miss a couple of weeks due to a finger injury suffered Sunday, per source,” Fowler reports. […]
Steelers signing LB Elandon Roberts
The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back linebacker Elandon Roberts, per Alan Saunders of Steelers Now. The Steelers signed Roberts in the middle of the preseason, and many expected him to be a lock to make the 53-man roster. Instead, he was a surprise cut. He now returns to round out a linebacking corps that has […]
Aaron Rodgers surpasses Ben Roethlisberger, Peyton Manning in major achievements
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Indianapolis Colts 34-22 to get to 3-2 on the season and back into a three-way tie for first place in the AFC North. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a terrific showing, completing 22-of-31 passes for 235 yards and three touchdowns. The win featured multiple milestones for the future Hall of Fame […]
Steelers stock report after Week 5 win over Colts
The Pittsburgh Steelers bounced back in a big way in Week 5, as they defeated the Indianapolis Colts 34-22 at Acrisure Stadium. It was a complete game from the offense, who scored 34 on a Indianapolis defense that had only allowed an average of 13 points to their opponents over its previous two games. Now […]
Steelers ride Jaylen Warren’s 188 yards to 34-22 win over Colts
As the clouds in Pittsburgh parted, so, too, did the Indianapolis Colts’ defense when Jaylen Warren had the football in his hands. The dynamic running back put up two long touchdowns as the Steelers defeated the Colts 34-22 to get to 3-2 on the season. It wasn’t the most promising start for Pittsburgh’s offense, who […]
Steelers-Colts alternate game thread
Come enjoy the Steelers’ Week 5 game here at Behind the Steel Curtain! Follow along with the Behind the Steel Curtain for all you need to know about Steelers vs. Browns:
Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 game chat
One team will break .500 and another will drop beneath it as the 2-2 Steelers host the 2-2 Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at 1 p.m. EST. Pittsburgh is coming off a 27-24 loss to the rival Cleveland Browns last week, but had a few extra days of rest before Week 5 after playing on Thursday […]
BTSC Sunday games thread Week 5
While the Steelers kick off at 1 p.m. EST in the NFL’s Sunday slate, there will be one game beforehand and plenty afterwards in Week 5. Here’s every non-Pittsburgh NFL game today — which ones will you be watching and chatting about here at BTSC?
Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 Predictions
The Pittsburgh Steelers need to get back in the win column following a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football. A full ten days is helpful for a roster filled with veterans, and this week kicks off a four-game stretch in which the Steelers must finish with at least a 3-1 record […]
Saturday Night Open Thread: Colt stand another loss
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 been a long wait, but Steelers football is back tomorrow. A sloppy mess awaits Steelers fans, and I hear the weather is also supposed to be crappy. Will the B&G show the promise that led […]
Steelers re-sign familiar face at CB
The Steelers have signed cornerback Doneiko Slaughter from the practice squad back to the 53-man roster, the team announced Saturday afternoon. It’s been a busy 2026 for Slaughter, who started the season on the practice squad, was elevated to the active roster for each of the first three games of the season, signed to the […]
Steelers placing WR Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve
The Steelers will be without wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. for the next four weeks at least, with the team placing the veteran on injured reserve, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler posted Saturday. Fowler specified the IR stay is “short-term.” Pittman, dealing with a foot injury per the Steelers’ injury report, was seen using a scooter to […]
Steelers mailbag: The biggest challenge presented by the Colts in Week 5
We are on the eve of Week 5 Sunday in the NFL where the Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Indianapolis Colts in a contest between a pair of 2-2 teams. Ahead of that, a quick mailbag to answer your questions ahead of Week 5. Let’s dive in. Q: Was it the right move to trade […]
Friday Night Happy Hour: Must-win edition
Welcome back to BTSC’s Friday Night open thread: Tonight’s song rec: I’ve had this band’s debut album on heavy rotation this past week.
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