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Steelers Make Number Of Roster Moves Saturday
Ahead of the Week 3 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, the Pitsburgh Steelers made a number of roster moves. The Steelers placed rookie guard Gennings Dunker on Injured Reserve with a knee injury and signed running back Travis Homer to the 53-man roster. Additionally, the Steelers elevated Lew Nichols and cornerback […]
Steelers Hall Of Honor CB J.T. Thomas Believes Super Bowl IX Was Won ‘Before Kickoff’
When you think of the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970s, you think of the vaunted Steel Curtain, a dominant defense that changed the way football was played in that era. It wasn’t always that way though. Entering Super Bowl IX against the Minnesota Vikings, led by the Purple People Eaters on defense and star quarterback […]
‘Know That For A Fact’: Former Steelers WR Claims Mike McCarthy Is Holding Out ‘100 Percent Healthy’ Joey Porter Jr.
Joey Porter Jr. has received a lot of flak from Pittsburgh Steelers fans because of his contract dispute with the team. He’s yet to play this season, and while he’s said it’s because of a back injury, many have speculated that he’s actually sitting out because the team didn’t give him a contract extension. However, […]
‘Going To Be The Jets’: Willie Colon Explains Why New York Is Perfect Spot For Mike Tomlin If He Coaches Again
Mike Tomlin was the Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach from 2007-2025, and he had a lot of success in that time. That includes winning a Super Bowl and never having a losing season. However, his last few years in Pittsburgh fell flat, with the team not winning a playoff game in almost a decade. Therefore, Tomlin […]
Mike Tomlin Predicts Steelers Bounce Back And Deliver ‘Butt Kicking’ Of Bengals
After 19 seasons of finding the most eloquent ways to say very little of substance, former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has made a habit of ruffling feathers with his comments in his brief time in the media. Now that he is no longer encumbered by being the head coach of a NFL franchise, […]
Pregame Week 3: Five Steelers Thoughts Ahead Of The Bengals Game
My final five Pittsburgh Steelers pregame thoughts as they welcome the Cincinnati Bengals for their first divisional game of the 2026 NFL season. 1. MISSING AN ADVANTAGE FROM PRIOR YEARS It’s been said that “familiarity breeds contempt,” and that could certainly apply to the AFC North. These teams know each other well, and no love […]
‘The Steelers Stink’: Analyst Predicts Cincinnati Will ‘Absolutely Steamroll’ Pittsburgh
There’s already a lot of negativity surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers. While they’re 1-1, they haven’t played great to start this season, especially on offense. They also have a tough test ahead. The Steelers’ Week 3 game is against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have dominated in their first two games and are currently 2-0 and on […]
Steelers Vs Bengals X Factor: CB Jamel Dean
As we do every week to prepare you for the upcoming game, we give you our X factor of the week. Sometimes it’s a player, unit, concept or scheme. Here’s our Pittsburgh Steelers X factor against the Cincinnati Bengals. STEELERS VS BENGALS X FACTOR: CB JAMEL DEAN The Steelers still don’t know whether Joey Porter […]
‘Steelers Are At A Crossroads’: Schlereth Believes Pittsburgh Should Consider QB Change If Offensive Struggles Persist
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has once again managed to disappoint to start this season. While many fans hoped that Mike McCarthy would inject some life into that unit, it’s still been miserable to watch. The Steelers haven’t been able to run the ball, and their pass game hasn’t been pretty, either. Former NFL offensive lineman […]
Steelers Spin: The Bengals Bring Answers To Uncomfortable Questions
The Cincinnati Bengals are coming to play in Pittsburgh on Sunday, endeavoring to prove that their ascendancy in the National Football League rankings is not a fluke. The Pittsburgh Steelers, on the other hand, after a dreary 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots, hope past performance isn’t a guarantee of future results. Offensively, nothing […]
Study: How Has Pittsburgh Fared In The Red Zone?
The red zone is a crucial area for team success, or lack thereof. Today, I wanted to provide data for how the NFL — and specifically the Steelers — have fared on both sides of the ball in the red zone. Here are red zone attempts and red zone touchdown rates for offenses: If you’ve […]
Pelissero: Joey Porter Jr. ‘Unlikely’ To Play Sunday Against Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Ja’Marr Chase might know that Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. wants to be out there Sunday in the marquee matchup within the AFC North, but chances of Chase seeing the big, physical Steelers cornerback in Week 3 seem slim. According to NFL Insider Tom Pelissero, it’s “unlikely” Porter will make […]
Mike McCarthy Outlines Winning ‘Space Game’ As Key To Beating Bengals
Entering the AFC North opener Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, the Pittsburgh Steelers are under fire for their offensive struggles. Those same struggles have Pittsburgh at 1-1 early in the Mike McCarthy era and have raised external doubts about the franchise’s fortunes this season. Internally, though, it’s still early in the season, and players have to […]
Pittsburgh’s Season Could Be Defined Over The Next Five Days
The NFL season is a marathon, not a sprint. By Week 5, the Pittsburgh Steelers will still control their destiny, regardless of their record. But given the schedule, the next two games could set the tone for Pittsburgh’s 2026 season. Two AFC North games in five days. Hosting Cincinnati on Sunday, travelling to Cleveland Thursday. […]
Analyst Explains How T.J. Watt Can Make ‘This Matchup Fascinating’ Against Bengals
The Pittsburgh Steelers defense has done its job through two games. Despite the lopsided loss, the Steelers still held the New England Patriots to only 13 points offensively last Sunday. A big part of that effort has been OLB T.J. Watt. Some people questioned if Watt was only a shell of himself after last year. […]
‘I Like To Rave About Him’: Asante Samuel Jr. Once Again Has Mike McCarthy’s Attention
In the absence of Joey Porter Jr., the Steelers are fortunate to have Asante Samuel Jr. ready to step up and fill in. Unless or until Porter decides he is ready, able and willing to play, Samuel will be a starter in this defense. For the first two weeks of the regular season, Samuel has […]
Carney: Four Key Matchups In Steelers-Bengals
For the first time in the 2026 season, the Pittsburgh Steelers enter into AFC North action, hosting the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday on the North Shore at Acrisure Stadium. The Bengals ride into town at 2-0, looking like one of the best teams in football thanks to a resurgent defense and a star-studded offense. The Steelers, […]
Beat Writer Adds Another Reason Ben Roethlisberger May Struggle To Enter Hall Of Fame On First Ballot
Under the Hall of Fame’s old voting standards, Ben Roethlisberger might have already struggled to enter on the first ballot. It might be even harder now, with Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo revealing another reason that may impede Roethlisberger’s path. After the fallout of Bill Belichick not reaching the requisite votes last year, Canton wants […]
‘Praying For A Miracle’: Steelers Are ‘Not Going To Make’ The Playoffs This Year, Says Terry Bradshaw
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 1-1, and it’s going to take a run of losses to push them out of playoff contention as the season progresses. It would be something of a rarity in Pittsburgh. Despite all the postseason struggles the Steelers have had, the team has clawed its way into the big dance time and […]
Teammates Unsurprised By Germie Bernard Making Plays: ‘Balling Since He First Got Here’
After playing just three snaps in his NFL debut, rookie Germie Bernard saw eight targets in Week 2, drawing his teammates’ attention. While he certainly had his ups and downs, DK Metcalf wasn’t surprised by Bernard’s success. And not just as a receiver, but in every element of his game, including his blocking. Bernard caught […]
Will Steelers Play Jaylen Warren More?
Jaylen Warren played just 25 snaps in the Steelers’ season opener, and Week 2 might have been similar if not for an injury. With Rico Dowdle dinged up, Warren saw increased playing time against the Patriots. He logged 50 snaps in that game, roughly 70 percent of the total, but the question is what comes […]
Depot After Dark: Cowher And McFadden Recall 2005, Russell Wilson Jersey In Brazil, Ravens’ Practice Field
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 Sept. 25. COWHER AND MCFADDEN RECALL 2005 The 2005 season was special for the Steelers. While they went through some […]
Former Steelers QB Kordell Stewart Set For Role In New Documentary
By most standards, Kordell Stewart played a long, successful NFL career. He spent eight years with the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1995 to 2002, then spent a couple more with the Baltimore Ravens and Chicago Bears before retiring after an 11-year career. Now, he takes his talents to the acting world. Per a post from his […]
‘Got Some Good Stuff’: Patrick Queen Feeling A ‘Sense Of Urgency’ From Steelers’ Offense
The Steelers certainly have not gotten off to the best start on offense. You don’t need me to tell you that. The unit isn’t able to run or pass, can’t catch, and is finding it very hard to put points on the scoreboard. Patrick Queen plays on the other side of the ball, one that’s […]
Former NFL OL Calling Steelers-Bengals Emphasizes Need For Continuity On OL
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense failed to produce anything against the New England Patriots last Sunday. The Patriots’ defense sacked QB Aaron Rodgers four times and forced him to fumble twice. They even scooped one up off the turf and returned it for a touchdown. Needless to say, there were issues on the offensive line. Head […]