Nick Herbig had some great mentors entering the National Football League, but he too learned some things the hard way. Experience tends to be the best teacher, though, and he’s learned what he needs to do to avoid repeating mistakes. Speaking about his career leading up to his recent $100 million extension, he recalled a […]
Deshaun Watson Still Hopes To Turn Browns’ ‘Swing-And-Miss’ Trade Into Homerun
Knowing Browns owner Jimmy Haslam called the trade a “swing-and-miss”, Deshaun Watson wants to hit a homerun in retrospect. Back in 2022, Cleveland gave up three first-round picks, among other resources, for the quarterback. Since then, he has played in 19 games, going 9-10, and hasn’t played in a year and a half. Watson tore […]
Deshaun Watson Still Hopes To Turn Browns’ ‘Swing-And-Miss’ Trade Into Homerun
Knowing Browns owner Jimmy Haslam called the trade a “swing-and-miss”, Deshaun Watson wants to hit a homerun in retrospect. Back in 2022, Cleveland gave up three first-round picks, among other resources, for the quarterback. Since then, he has played in 19 games, going 9-10, and hasn’t played in a year and a half. Watson tore […]
Do Steelers Have Enough Quality Depth At Wide Receiver?
Do the Steelers have enough quality depth at the wide receiver position? The Steelers addressed the wide receiver position this offseason, certainly, but did they do enough to insulate the room? While they still have DK Metcalf, and they traded for Michael Pittman Jr., the rest of the group is unproven. And one-third of the […]
Do Steelers Have Enough Quality Depth At Wide Receiver?
Do the Steelers have enough quality depth at the wide receiver position? The Steelers addressed the wide receiver position this offseason, certainly, but did they do enough to insulate the room? While they still have DK Metcalf, and they traded for Michael Pittman Jr., the rest of the group is unproven. And one-third of the […]
Report: Steelers Work Out UFL Pass Rusher
The Pittsburgh Steelers hosted UFL EDGE Jah Joyner for a workout, according to analyst Michael Del Negro. Joyner himself confirmed the news, sharing the report on his Instagram story Thursday evening. The Pittsburgh Steelers are working out Gamblers DE Jah Joyner, per source Joyner appeared in 10 games for Houston, recording 28 tackles — Michael […]
Three Questions Steelers Could Answer Over Summer Break
The Pittsburgh Steelers are almost done for the spring. The team is holding one final OTA practice Friday, a “rookie school” next week, and then breaking for the summer. The team will come together on training camp report day July 28 with the first practice the following day. It creates a lull in the Steelers’ […]
Depot After Dark: Porter Golf Event, Pittman Fishing, Former Iowa Players Together
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 June 11. PORTER GOLF EVENT Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington are the most recent Steelers to earn contract extensions. However, […]
‘Moving Parts, A Lot Of New Looks:’ Patrick Graham Hire Sparks Excitement Among His Players
Change isn’t easy, but it’s sparking excitement for a Pittsburgh Steelers defense looking to make strides after a disappointing 2025. Count Nick Herbig as one player happy to see what new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham is cooking up. “There’s definitely gonna be a lot of moving parts, a lot of new looks. I’m excited to […]
Five Reasons The Steelers Can Defend Their Division Title In 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers won the AFC North in 2025, but it wasn’t pretty. Pittsburgh managed 10 wins and a solid record against its division rivals, but it certainly didn’t look dominant in doing so. The rest of the group finished the year with a losing record, and it took a missed 44-yard field goal in […]
Fittipaldo Updates Steelers’ QB Depth Chart After Spring Practices
When it comes to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ in-season quarterback roster, four dogs are fighting for three bones. One of either Mason Rudolph or Will Howard is likely to be the odd man out in a room anchored by Aaron Rodgers at the top and third-round rookie Drew Allar at the bottom. With Thursday being the […]
Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,925)
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 a week 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. […]
Beat Writer Names Two Standout Rookies During Steelers’ OTAs
With 10 rookies on their roster, there are a lot of storylines to consider during the Steelers’ offseason workouts. Especially in this final week of OTAs, which mostly consists of young players. Through OTAs and mandatory minicamp, one offensive rookie is already making his presence known. “Germie Bernard really carries himself like a pro. Seems […]
Robert Mays Sees ‘Path’ For Zach Frazier To Make 2026 All-Pro Team
The current Pittsburgh Steelers are often criticized for the aging talent on their roster. However, they also have some younger pieces that have played well, including center Zach Frazier. That position looked a little rough in Pittsburgh following Maurkice Pouncey’s retirement. Frazier has given them stability, though. Analyst Robert Mays even thinks he could make […]
‘Capable Of Contributing’: Trai Essex Makes Case For Ben Skowronek To Be More Involved On Offense
It didn’t take long for the Pittsburgh Steelers to upgrade at wide receiver this offseason. They traded for Michael Pittman Jr., and then they drafted Germie Bernard. Pittman should be the team’s No. 2 after DK Metcalf, and Bernard should compete for the No. 3 job. However, the Steelers still have other receivers on their […]
Watch: The Depot Dive (Episode 103)
June 11 – Ep. 103: For today’s episode, Joe Clark and I discuss Mike McCarthy’s OTAs, which are being described as notably more intense and structured than Mike Tomlin’s in recent years. Will players burn out toward the end of the season, as Ben Roethlisberger suggested, or is that a silly thought? Next, we discuss […]
‘Roster Is Stacked:’ Analyst Provides Reason Steelers Fans Should Be Excited (And Why They Shouldn’t)
After an offseason of change with Mike McCarthy replacing Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers are getting closer to the start of the season. The team wraps up OTAs tomorrow before reporting for training camp on July 28. With NFL offseason workouts nearly done, SI’s Matt Verderame looked at a reason for “hope” and a reason […]
Ranking The Rooms: AFC North Safeties
Gone are the glory days with the likes of Hall of Famers Troy Polamalu and Ed Reed roaming the AFC North at safety. But that doesn’t mean the safety talent in the rugged division is inadequate. That’s far from the case in 2026. The AFC North sees All-Pro Kyle Hamilton return for another season in […]
Joey Porter Jr. Could ‘Command Market-Setting’ Money On New Contract Extension, Barnwell Says
After signing three key players to contract extensions already this offseason, the Pittsburfb Steelers’ focus turns to Joey Porter Jr. and Keeanu Benton. Each deserve an extension for their own reasons, but Porter’s figures to be very expensive. Potentially even the highest at his position. “Between Porter, Christian Gonzalez of the Patriots, DJ Turner II […]
Steelers Make Several Roster Moves Thursday
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a slew of roster moves ahead of the team’s final two days of voluntary OTA practices. Per the team, the Steelers signed WR Joaquin Davis and CB Daryl Porter. In corresponding moves, the team released OL Aiden Williams and LS Cal Adomitis. We have signed WR Joaquin Davis and DB […]