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Steelers Have No Hesitation In Options Amid Cornerback Shakeup: ‘We’ll Be Ready To Go’
The Steelers’ cornerback room already looks dramatically different than they intended, but the expectations don’t change. Or the standard is the standard, as you might say. Joey Porter Jr. is never coming back, having already played in a Cowboys uniform. Meanwhile, Jamel Dean is dealing with an injury, and someone will have to fill in. […]
Watch: DK Metcalf Comes Alive Against Cleveland
Bringing you guys another video today. Here, we’re breaking down Pittsburgh Steelers WR DK Metcalf and his strong Week Four performance against the Cleveland Browns. We look at a missed chance to connect for even more yards, along with his dominance on Pittsburgh’s final full offensive drive. As always, let us know your thoughts in […]
‘Definitely Paid Off’: Feeding DK Metcalf Is Starting To Bear Fruit, Mike McCarthy Says
After a terrible first two games, DK Metcalf has begun to turn the corner for the Steelers, and his coaches and teammates have seen it. Following a series of drops early, he caught his first touchdown pass of the season in Week 3. Although much of it came late, he cracked the 100-yard mark in […]
‘As Simple As That’: Mike McCarthy Shares His Message To Steelers Coming Off Self-Scouting Weekend
Mike McCarthy had the Steelers spending the weekend in self-scouting and recovery mode. What is the message as they get back to business? At least in terms of communication, it’s very clear, and very direct. While they may have evaluated their first month of play, the priority is exactly the same, and that is the […]
Labriola Shares ‘Plan’ For Rookie Eli Heidenreich Moving Forward
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie seventh-round running back Eli Heidenreich was a bit of a surprise making the 53-man roster considering he missed some time in training camp with an injury and didn’t flash all that much in the preseason. But the hometown kid did enough in the final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills to earn […]
Cam Heyward Pinpoints Area Steelers Must ‘Lean’ On To Fix Defense
If there is one area where the Steelers’ defense must improve, Cam Heyward has no trouble pinpointing it. Especially coming off a particularly egregious performance last Thursday, he knows they must clean up their tackling effort and efficiency. Speaking to reporters yesterday, he addressed how this deficiency has set the unit back so far this […]
Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – DL Yahya Black
Player: DL Yahya Black Stock Value: Up Reasoning: With Derrick Harmon set to miss at least a month, Yahya Black may be the biggest beneficiary of those snaps. That’s how it played out last year when Harmon missed time, Black logging over 400 snaps during his rookie season. While the Steelers now have Sebastian Joseph-Day, […]
Former Colts Teammates Still ‘Pulling For’ Michael Pittman Jr. — But ‘Not This Week’
Michael Pittman Jr. will face the Colts, the team that drafted him and for whom he played for six years, on Sunday. At least he will provided that his foot injury allows him to. Suffice it to say he will see a number of familiar faces on the opposite sideline, and some of them talked […]
Will Robert Spears-Jennings Start At Safety Vs Colts?
Will Robert Spears-Jennings start at safety against the Colts? With the Steelers being coy about DeShon Elliott’s return, could rookie S Robert Spears-Jennings be in line for his first NFL start? The team has increased his role on defense incrementally over the first four games, culminating in last Thursday’s strong performance. But he benefited from […]
Pittsburgh’s Offense Is Improving, But Underlying Metrics Question Its Sustainability
There’s no question the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has improved the last two weeks and done enough to win. Jaylen Warren is running hard, the offensive line has made strides, and receivers have started making plays. Points are going on the board. Can it last? The underlying metrics suggest it won’t. The Score’s Sam Hoppen posted […]
Depot After Dark: Metcalf Is Fan Of Browns WR, Acrisure Trick Or Treat, Scout At ASU
A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for Oct. 7. METCALF IS FAN OF BROWNS WR The Steelers didn’t have a good Week 4. They lost to the […]
‘Not About Me:’ Michael Pittman Jr. Downplays Facing Old Team, ‘Ready’ To Provide Info On Colts
Wide receiver has been an issue for the Pittsburgh Steelers for the last few years. They tried to fix that this offseason, trading for Michael Pittman Jr. to complement DK Metcalf. Pittman was previously with the Indianapolis Colts, and this week he’ll have a chance to face his former team. However, he’s not treating it […]
‘Playing Him Out Of Position’: Charlie Batch Knows How Steelers Can Get More Out Of Nick Herbig
Amid a slew of contract extensions the team handed out this offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers gave Nick Herbig a four-year, $100 million deal. The decision came despite the Steelers already having two talented, highly paid edge rushers ahead of Herbig on the depth chart. To get Herbig on the field more alongside T.J. Watt and […]
No ‘Hero Ball:’ Heyward Has Message To Get Steelers’ Defense Back On Track
It might feel like someone needs to carry the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense to a turnaround, but the real key to correcting the unit’s problems is returning to basics and doing your job. That was Cam Heyward’s message on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters following practice, Heyward cautioned against trying to do too much, which would result […]
Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 2,043)
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Terrible Take. Think of it as a super-mini version of The Terrible Podcast. A short, 1-3 minute episode seven days at 5:30 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander, Jake Brockhoff, and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. You can […]
‘Can’t Have That’: Vince Williams Shares ‘Biggest Concern’ About Steelers’ Defense
The Pittsburgh Steelers have invested a lot in their defense. It underwhelmed last year, but much of that was blamed on Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin. Both of them are no longer with the Steelers, but the team’s defense still isn’t playing well enough. While it’s had nice moments, it’s supposed to be one of […]
‘Sign Of A Good Leader:’ Aaron Rodgers Shares What He’s Noticed About Darnell Washington
If the last two games are any indication, veteran tight end Darnell Washington is becoming a key part of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ passing attack under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy. After seeing just two targets each in Weeks 1 and 2, Washington saw a combined nine targets in Weeks 3 and 4, including five in […]
Colts’ Week 5 Wednesday Injury Report: Starting C Tanor Bortolini, Four Others DNP
The NFL did the Indianapolis Colts no favors with the schedule, especially entering Week 5 against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. The Colts come into town off a trip to London where they defeated the Washington Commanders in a wild game. Now have to hit the road again to take on a Steelers team […]
Steelers’ Week Five Wednesday Injury Report: Three Players Sit Out, Pittman Battling Foot Injury
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their first injury report ahead of their Week 5 game against the Indianapolis Colts. Per the team, three players did not practice Wednesday: CB Jalen Ramsey (wrist), DL Cam Heyward (rest), and CB Jamel Dean (ankle). Two others were limited: WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) and RB Rico Dowdle (toe). […]
‘Need Two Guys:’ Rodgers Supports Committee Approach In Steelers’ Backfield
While the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has had issues this season, Jaylen Warren has been a bright spot. He’s been arguably the Steelers’ best offensive player, especially in their last two games. Warren has rushed for 309 yards in four games this season, which is good for ninth most in the league. He’s also caught 13 […]
New CB Sean Murphy-Bunting Shares What He Offers Steelers
After trading cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys last week, the Pittsburgh Steelers needed to bolster the cornerback position — and quickly — ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, especially with veteran Jamel Dean banged up. The Steelers did that with the signings of veterans Sean Murphy-Bunting and Terell […]
‘I Think It’s A Positive:’ Aaron Rodgers Defends Steelers’ In-Game Emotion
Thursday Night Football gives teams a sort of half bye week, but it’s one that can feel very long coming off a tough loss. Especially a tough loss on the road to a divisional opponent. And especially with some of the obvious discontent that was felt on the Steelers sideline during their loss to the […]
‘Pretty Much Invisible’: Kaboly Names Keeanu Benton Most Disappointing Steeler Through Four Games
The Pittsburgh Steelers gave contract extensions to three members of their 2023 draft class this offseason, including Keeanu Benton. The former second-round pick didn’t put everything together initially, but he showed significant improvement over the course of the 2025 season. That made Omar Khan comfortable giving him $72 million over four years. The hope was […]
‘Think Rodgers Lights Them Up’: Prisco Predicts Steelers QB Will Have ‘Big Day’ Against Colts
Aaron Rodgers didn’t have his best game in Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns. While he helped the Pittsburgh Steelers battle back, he still made too many mistakes. Now, the Steelers are 2-2 and looking to get back on track this week against the Indianapolis Colts. The Steelers beat the Colts last year, but both […]
Merril Hoge Remains Big Believer In DK Metcalf And Roman Wilson
The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to have a wide receiver problem through the first four games of the season. Offseason trade acquisition Michael Pittman Jr. has struggled to stay healthy and been a disappointment when on the field. DK Metcalf has had issues with drops and costly penalties, while Roman Wilson has been up and down. […]