Category: Pittsburgh Steelers

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

While the Steelers signed veteran TE Robert Tonyan, what is his role with the team—assuming he makes the team? A former teammate of Aaron Rodgers, he has a headstart there. And he also worked with Mike McCarthy, albeit briefly, enough to understand the offense. But Tonyan is on the wrong side of 30 and clearly […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have waived offensive lineman Aiden Williams from their offseason roster, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Williams was in his second season with the team after initially signing as an undrafted free agent in April 2025. The Steelers release offensive lineman Aiden Williams, per source. Williams signed a reserve/futures deal with the team in […]

Could Jaquan Brisker, playing for his hometown team, have an outsized impact for the Steelers relative to his contract? Count former Steelers ILB Vince Williams among his fans and believers. Talking ball for hours on Steelers Nation Radio, he shared his thoughts on Pittsburgh’s new safety. “I love hometown guys. They always play harder when […]

In 2025, the Pittsburgh Steelers allowed too many third-down conversions to opposing offenses. Today I look at and provide data on this, including new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham’s track record. Here is a visual of third-down conversions allowed by NFL defenses the last two seasons. The 2025 numbers are on the X-axis, with 2024 results […]

Player: P Aidan Laros Stock Value: Purchased Reasoning: Long suspected, the Steelers finally added a second punter, claiming Aidan Laros off waivers. Not a name many people are likely to know, right now, he is just another leg, but could he pose real competition for Cameron Johnston? He arrives just at the end of OTAs, so […]

With Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington, the Steelers have signed two from the 2024 class to contract extensions. Herbig has advice for the others. Realistically, there are two remaining awaiting significant new deals this offseason. The big one is Joey Porter Jr., their top cornerback, but Keeanu Benton is a key defensive lineman, too. Shortly […]

The Ravens’ season ended when then-rookie Tyler Loop missed what would have been a game-winning field goal. Had he made it, Baltimore would have won the AFC North in Week 18 and hosted a playoff game. But because he didn’t, they finished outside the playoff picture altogether. It’s a lot of pressure for a kicker, […]

One of our annual Pittsburgh Steelers offseason exercises returns. We’re deconstructing the roster and assessing the odds each player on it makes the team. Training camp and preseason will shape plenty, but this is a fair starting point for each name. Like last year, we’ll take the list and pieces and work from the bottom […]

Even Nick Herbig once wondered if he didn’t have the size to rush the quarterback. It wasn’t until a conversation with a veteran of similar proportions opened his mind and eliminated what he’s not “supposed” to do. A story he shared during a Wednesday evening interview with former Steelers DL and teammate Breiden Fehoko. “Chandler […]

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 10. MAX STARKS’ FOOTBALL CAMP Offensive lineman Max Starks was an underrated piece of the Steelers’ championship teams in […]

Zach Frazier could be in line for a big payday next offseason. It just might be a little smaller than first thought. One of at least two Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive linemen poised for large 2027 extensions, the center market took a little extra shape Wednesday. The Miami Dolphins inked C Aaron Brewer to a three-year, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers used to be one of the best teams in the NFL at drafting and developing wide receivers. They consistently churned out productive pass catchers, with examples including Antonio Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and George Pickens. However, they’ve struggled to hit on receivers in the draft in recent years. They’re hoping 2026 second-round pick […]