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 July 17. NAJEE HARRIS GOOD AT CHESS Unfortunately, Najee Harris is currently nursing a wound caused by a fireworks accident. […]
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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, every weekday at 5 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander, and Joe Clark telling you what’s on our minds. […]
‘Makes This Team Better’: Bryant McFadden ‘Not Surprised’ Steelers Paid T.J. Watt
Throughout this offseason, a potential contract extension for T.J. Watt has been looming over the Pittsburgh Steelers. There was even some speculation that they could trade him. However, those rumors can be put to bed. The Steelers gave Watt a massive extension, locking him up for the next several years. Former Steelers corner Bryant McFadden […]
‘It’s A Mistake’: Nick Wright Bashes Steelers For T.J. Watt Extension
T.J. Watt has finally received the contract extension he wanted. The Pittsburgh Steelers made him an even wealthier man, paying Watt top edge rusher money. Looking at what he means to the Steelers, it makes sense that they got this deal done. However, analyst Nick Wright isn’t a fan of it. “The Steelers are gonna […]
Steelers had little choice but to pay franchise icon T.J. Watt a record contract extension
The Steelers made T.J. Watt the highest paid non-QB in league history.
Look: Teammates React To T.J. Watt’s Record-Breaking Deal
T.J. Watt didn’t get just any regular contract extension, he got the biggest one for a non-quarterback in NFL history. With a new-money average of $41 million per season, he managed to top Myles Garrett’s megadeal with the Cleveland Browns from earlier in the offseason. The Pittsburgh Steelers made sure that the face of the […]
Through Bill Walsh Fellowship, Steelers Add Coach Eager To ‘Learn And Grow’
For years, the Pittsburgh Steelers have worked to increase NFL opportunities for minorities. In the 1970s, they were one of the first teams to scout and add talent from HBCUs. More recently, they were the driving force behind the Rooney Rule, which improves opportunities for minority coaches. They’ve also taken full advantage of the Bill […]
Breaking: T.J. Watt Reportedly Signing Record-Breaking Contract Extension With Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers star outside linebacker T.J. Watt will sign a long-term contract extension, according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, ending an offseason standoff. The pending deal furthers the organization’s publicly stated mission of making Watt a “one-helmet player” who spends his entire career with the organization. Per Schefter, Watt and the Steelers agreed to […]
Steelers Add LBs Coach, Former Jaguars Scouting Intern Through Bill Walsh Fellowship
The Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship is a program used by the NFL to uplift minority coaches. It’s an attempt to provide equal opportunities to coaches of all backgrounds. The Pittsburgh Steelers usually add a few coaches throughout training camp using this program. Some names have already been announced, and now, they’re also adding Ace […]
ESPN Panel Fully Endorses Watt Extension: ‘This Is A Great Deal’
Immediately reacting to the news of T.J. Watt’s record-breaking contract extension he’s set to sign, an ESPN panel gave the move two thumbs up. Former NFL general manager Mike Tannenbaum and former player Sam Acho agreed that the Pittsburgh Steelers paying Watt was the right thing to do. “This is a great deal for T.J. […]
Cowboys All-Pro Edge Rusher Micah Parsons Praises Steelers’ Seventh-Round Pick: ‘He Was Always Ferocious’
Dallas Cowboys All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons believes his former teammate at Harrisburg High School, Donte Kent, will turn heads […] This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Cowboys All-Pro Edge Rusher Micah Parsons Praises Steelers’ Seventh-Round Pick: ‘He Was Always Ferocious’
Steelers Get Positive Sign From T.J. Watt
The Pittsburgh Steelers and superstar edge rusher T.J. Watt do not have a contract extension in place yet. With the Steelers set to open training camp in less than a week, every player is putting in their final efforts and workouts before the grind of the NFL season begins. The Steelers don’t expect to see […]
Former Steelers WR Announces Retirement
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Mike Williams’ agent, Tory Dandy, informed the Los Angeles Chargers that the 30-year-old is retiring. Los Angeles placed him on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list on Monday, acting as the precursor to the eight-year veteran hanging up his cleats. After a productive career at […]
James Harrison Divulges The One (And Only One) Thing He Misses About The NFL
James Harrison is happy in retirement. So much so that he’s completely separated the football chapter of his life, one that spanned over 20 seasons college and pro, from the one he lives now. Today, he’s James Harrison the father, bearded dragon owner, and occasional guest analyst. The only thing he misses about football has […]
‘Nasty Defense’: Chad Johnson Thinks Steelers’ Identity This Year ‘Should Look Like’ It Did In 2000s
In the 2000s, the Pittsburgh Steelers won two Super Bowls, winning a championship for the first time since their 1970s dynasty. While Ben Roethlisberger was key to their success, the Steelers were still known mostly for their defenses. Throughout the 2000s, they fielded some of the best defenses in the league. Former Cincinnati Bengals wide […]
Former Steelers WR Mike Williams Retires
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Mike Williams is retiring from the NFL. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter via Williams’ agent Tory Dandy, Williams has opted against playing in 2025 and is hanging up his cleats. Williams had returned to the Los Angeles Chargers, the team that drafted him, on a one-year deal after finishing the 2024 […]
‘It’s A Business:’ James Harrison Could See T.J. Watt Playing For Another Team This Season
Former Pittsburgh Steelers OLB James Harrison is a team legend and in the team’s Hall of Honor. But he didn’t spend his whole career with the Steelers, playing one season with the Cincinnati Bengals before returning to Pittsburgh, and he finished his career playing with the New England Patriots. With OLB T.J. Watt seeking a […]
T.J. Watt Works Out With Nick Herbig In Wisconsin Ahead Of Training Camp
T.J. Watt has been mostly radio silent this offseason as he works through contract negotiations with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but that hasn’t stopped him from continuing to prepare for another great season in 2025. Watt posted some photos on his Instagram story this morning of him working out with Nick Herbig and others at NX […]
Cam Heyward: Aaron Rodgers has bought in
While Aaron Rodgers was taking his time to decide whether or not to sign with the Steelers, longtime Pittsburgh defensive lineman Cam Heyward made some pointed comments about his hesitancy to join the team.
Steelers Star Sends Strong T.J. Watt Message
The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently embroiled in a stand-off of sorts with edge rusher T.J. Watt as training camp quickly arrives, but another one of the team’s defensive stars wants to ensure that he sticks around long-term. While appearing on “The Rich Eisen Show”, Cameron Heyward campaigned for Watt to get his well-deserved extension while […]