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First Call: Reaction from Philadelphia to Steelers signing Isaac Seumalo; Seahawks’ signing of Devin Bush praised
Monday’s “First Call” takes a deep look at the Steelers’ signing of offensive lineman Isaac Seumalo. We also find a surprisingly optimistic view of an ex-Steeler going to a new team. The struggling Penguins welcome an opponent from Canada with plenty of problems of its own. Another chapter of history...
Steelers add top free-agent guard Isaac Seumalo from Eagles in free agency
Late on the sixth day since NFL teams were free to negotiate with this offseason’s free agents, the Pittsburgh Steelers nabbed one of the biggest names still available. Guard Isaac Seumalo agreed to terms on a three-year deal with the Steelers, a source confirmed late Saturday night. Seumalo entered free...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Free-agent signings nice, but Steelers still face uphill battle
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a solid free-agency period so far. By the team’s established standard, cornerback Patrick Peterson is an unusually big-name signing. He’s an upgrade over Cameron Sutton for 2023, anyway, and less expensive. The rest of the arrivals and departures are via the Steelers blueprint. Whether you’re...
Newcomer Nate Herbig looking to become latest ‘stud’ on Steelers roster
At his introductory news conference Thursday, new Pittsburgh Steelers guard Nate Herbig proved to be masterful at dishing out compliments. Over the span of an eight-minute interview, Herbig used the words “stud,” “G.O.A.T.” or “legend” to describe a half-dozen people or players. It included Steelers free agent nose tackle Tyson...
Devin Bush leaves Steelers, signs 1-year deal with Seahawks
Assessing his football future last summer at training camp, Devin Bush wasn’t concerned that the Pittsburgh Steelers declined the fifth-year option on his contract, making him a free agent this offseason. “I’m gonna still be in the NFL,” Bush said in August. “So, we’ll see.” Bush turned out to be...
New cornerback Patrick Peterson believes he can ‘do it all’ for Steelers secondary
Patrick Peterson wasn’t about to waste a second chance to join the Pittsburgh Steelers. After negotiating a contract last March only to return to the Minnesota Vikings, the 32-year-old cornerback didn’t hesitate to sign a two-year deal with the Steelers once he hit free agency again this offseason. “I wanted...
Steelers sign LB Elandon Roberts from Dolphins, cut LB Myles Jack in cap-saving move
The musical chairs at inside linebacker continued Thursday when the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to terms on a contract with a second free agent at the position and cleared salary cap space by releasing Myles Jack. The Steelers agreed to a two-year deal with former New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins...
U mad, bro?: Steelers free agency, Pitt coverage, Tristan Jarry, Pens roster decisions put the ‘mad’ in ‘March Madness’
March Madness is upon us, but Pittsburgh sports fans don’t seem that mad about Pitt. They’re mainly mad about the Steelers, the Penguins and my coverage of both teams. OK, and a little mad about Pitt too. Here’s this week’s “U mad, bro?” Tim sent me an email after Penguins...
First Call: Ex-Patriot unhappy with JuJu Smith-Schuster’s signing; colorful assessment of new Steeler Nate Herbig
Thursday’s “First Call” has an interesting assessment of new Pittsburgh Steelers guard Nate Herbig. There’s been some shade thrown at the Patriots for signing former Steelers receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster. What’s the ripple effect of Cincinnati’s big contract for Orlando Brown? The Steelers have scheduled a top-30 visit with a center....
With no offers, 4 Steelers become unrestricted free agents — including Steven Sims, James Pierre
The 4 p.m. deadline Wednesday came and went, and the Pittsburgh Steelers declined to offer tenders to any of their restricted free agents. Players in that category were center J.C. Hassenauer, cornerback James Pierre, wide receiver Steven Sims and running back Jeremy McNichols. They become unrestricted free agents. The cheapest...
Steelers 2023 free agency tracker: Signings, departures, who’s left
As NFL teams look to reshape their roster, the Pittsburgh Steelers are no exception. Here’s a look at their comings and goings in free agency: Signings ● Miles Boykin, who signed a one-year contract to return for a second season with the Steelers, caught only two passes last season but...
Steelers address inside linebacker in free agency with reported addition of Cole Holcomb
Roughly 12 hours after news broke that Robert Spillane left via free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly agreed to terms with his apparent replacement. Former Washington Commanders inside linebacker Cole Holcomb is set to join the Steelers on a three-year deal, according to the NFL Network. Holcomb, who will turn...
First Call: Steelers were reportedly negotiating with a free agent linebacker; ex-Steelers offensive lineman released
The Pittsburgh Steelers were apparently in on the bidding for a free agent inside linebacker. A former Steelers offensive lineman is now on the open market. One interesting possibility for a Steelers signing is off the board, but another may have just become available. And a local hockey standout is...
LB Robert Spillane set to leave Steelers, sign 2-year deal with Las Vegas Raiders
Robert Spillane never left the field on defense at the end of his fourth season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He’ll be taking that durability westward. Spillane, a 27-year-old inside linebacker, agreed to a two-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday, a source confirmed. The deal is worth $9...
Defensive lineman Larry Ogunjobi agrees to 3-year deal to return to Steelers
Larry Ogunjobi is getting the big contract this offseason that he thought he had secured in 2022. Ogunjobi on Tuesday agreed to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a three-year deal worth a reported $28.75 million. Ogunjobi, a 28-year-old defensive tackle, spent last season with the Steelers after agreeing to...
Steelers agree to contract with free-agent guard Nate Herbig, bring back Damontae Kazee
For the second consecutive free-agent period, the Pittsburgh Steelers made it a priority to beef up the interior of their offensive line. Then, they retained a versatile member of their secondary. Twelve months after signing veterans who became their starting right guard and center, the Steelers agreed to terms with...
Tim Benz: Steelers waiting on ILB market despite manageable deals across the NFL
While most Pittsburgh Steelers fans have their eyes on what the franchise is doing in free agency at cornerback, I’m more interested in what they are going to do at inside linebacker. On Day 1 of the legal tampering period, the Steelers decided to let cornerback Cameron Sutton go to...
First Call: Patrick Peterson won’t ask for No. 7 with Steelers; Mike Tomlin describes ‘darkest professional day’; Bengals lose DBs
Tuesday’s “First Call” touches on a delicate situation for new Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson. Mike Tomlin opens up about the toughest moment of his Steelers coaching career. We have the latest developments surrounding Lamar Jackson’s contract situation in Baltimore. The Cincinnati Bengals may be weaker in the secondary next...
Steelers agree to deal with veteran CB Patrick Peterson after losing Cam Sutton to Lions
After losing cornerback Cameron Sutton less than two hours into the NFL’s legal tampering period, the Pittsburgh Steelers replaced him later Monday afternoon. The Steelers agreed to a two-year contract with 32-year-old Patrick Peterson. A two-time All-Pro and eight-time Pro Bowl selection who spent the past two seasons with the...
‘Madden Monday’ on Steelers free agent DBs: ‘I wouldn’t overpay’ for either Cam Sutton, Terrell Edmunds
As NFL free agency approaches this week, the Pittsburgh Steelers have a choice to make. Do they try to outbid other teams in an attempt to keep cornerback Cameron Sutton, or do they let him go to another franchise willing to pay more? Similarly, are the Steelers willing to outspend...
First Call: Steelers set pre-draft interview with Florida DT; Chase Claypool’s hazy future in Chicago; NFL CB movement
Monday’s “First Call” has movement on the cornerback front that may interest Pittsburgh Steelers fans. A second Steelers draft visit has become public. Chase Claypool’s long-term future is up for debate in Chicago. Plus, an ex-Penguins coach plays the role of good Samaritan upon a nationally televised return to Pittsburgh....
Free agency primer: Keeping secondary intact could be primary objective for Steelers
After releasing a veteran cornerback who never played a snap for them, the Pittsburgh Steelers will try this week to retain the one with the longest tenure in their secondary. Cameron Sutton, who is entering his second foray into free agency, is one of the primary targets for the Steelers...
Steelers free agency primer: Devin Bush, Robert Spillane among LBs set to test market
Once viewed as a prototypical new-wave NFL inside linebacker — speedy with an ability to make plays sideline to sideline — Devin Bush was valued so highly by the Pittsburgh Steelers that they traded up 10 spots to select him at No. 10 overall in the 2019 NFL Draft. Four...
Steelers release veteran CB William Jackson III
Seven years ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers coveted William Jackson III. But when they finally acquired him, he never even appeared in a game for them. The Steelers released Jackson on Friday, four months after trading for the veteran cornerback. In the end, the Steelers owe no compensation to the Washington...
Steelers free agency primer: Larry Ogunjobi return could be key to defensive line cohesion
When Stephon Tuitt suddenly retired June 1, the Pittsburgh Steelers found a capable replacement on the defensive line three weeks later. In his first major outside signing as general manager, Omar Khan inked veteran Larry Ogunjobi to a one-year, $8 million contract. The Steelers were fortunate Ogunjobi was still on...
