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Development of Broderick Jones at left tackle remains work in progress for Steelers
Broderick Jones had a matter-of-fact response when he was asked what he and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ young offensive line accomplished in training camp and during the first preseason game. “Nothing yet, honestly,” Jones said Tuesday as the Steelers prepared for their final practice at Saint Vincent. Jones meant no disrespect...
Tim Benz: Steelers defense wants to be ‘historic.’ Here’s some recent history they better fix to make it happen
During training camp, new Pittsburgh Steeler Juan Thornhill said the team’s 2025 defense could be “one of the best of all time.” When that quote was presented to head coach Mike Tomlin during a radio interview Monday morning, he was asked if he wanted to “cushion it” at all. What...
Mark Madden: Steelers’ 1st-round mistake continues path to obscurity
Kenny Pickett can’t catch a break. But he’d have trouble catching anything with those small hands. Pickett is continuing his path to obscurity with the Cleveland Browns, his third NFL team in four years. It’s a further reminder of how absurd it was for the Pittsburgh Steelers to select him...
‘Letters from Camp’ Q&A: Steelers O-line coach Pat Meyer on Broderick Jones’ move to LT, Troy Fautanu’s return
Our latest “Letters from Camp” Q&A with a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff features offensive line coach Pat Meyer. He answers five questions about what I have deemed to be the most important position group on the 2025 Steelers. Why should we be confident that things will be...
First Call: ESPN cites Steelers’ minimal ‘appetite’ for Cam Heyward negotiations; Omar Khan declines comment
It doesn’t sound like contract negotiations are going great between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cameron Heyward. It doesn’t sound like Omar Khan thinks the Steelers need a wide receiver. It does sound like a former Steeler will have a big role in the preseason game against Tampa. And it also...
Steelers inside the ropes: ‘Really smart’ Connor Heyward makes plays in final camp practice
Before practice, his Hall of Fame quarterback heaped praise on him. A couple of hours later, Connor Heyward delivered one of his best practices of this Pittsburgh Steelers training camp. Heyward, a fourth-year tight end, was brought up unsolicited by Aaron Rodgers, who said: “Connor does the right thing every...
Rookie QB Will Howard adjusting to ‘freak accident’ that prematurely ended 1st Steelers campVideo
Quarterbacks took aim at the goal post crossbar Tuesday during a lull in practice. Four of them took turns firing footballs from the 10-yard line and then the 15 with mixed results. The fifth quarterback, rookie Will Howard, walked up to the 5 and, using his left hand, lobbed a...
Steelers camp report: Mike Tomlin finds ‘value’ in another summer spent at Saint Vincent CollegeVideo
To conclude the Saint Vincent College portion of training camp Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers practiced in arguably the hottest conditions of the summer. The heat index measured 103 degrees for the final workout on Chuck Noll Field. In his 19th training camp as head coach, Mike Tomlin moved practice times...
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers still seeking suitable helmet, compares new model to ‘spaceship’Video
Aaron Rodgers is looking for a new football helmet that meets his specifications. He thought he had found one, but it turns out he’s not quite comfortable with what he’s wearing on his head. “I still don’t like it,” Rodgers said Tuesday about his choice of headwear this summer. “I’m...
Pittsburgh’s Terrible Trolley makes a comeback after restoration
When Kimberly Sever was 9 years old, she came up with an idea for how the city could honor her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. Following her grandmother’s advice, she wrote a letter to then–Pittsburgh Mayor Richard Caliguiri. “I had this idea that maybe the city could have a trolley painted black...
Settled in as Steelers’ top backup at guard, is Spencer Anderson a starter option for ’26?
Spencer Anderson took a moment to look around Chuck Noll Field and the assembled fans after a recent Pittsburgh Steelers training camp practice. Two years ago, it was all so new to him as a then-rookie seventh-round draft pick. Now, it’s Anderson’s “third time around the track,” as Mike Tomlin...
First Call: Chris Boswell declines to discuss his hold in; Myles Garrett gets yet another 100 mph speeding ticket
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell doesn’t want to discuss his contract situation. A pair of former Steelers are on the move. Myles Garrett got busted for speeding yet again. And it’s “a Paul Skenes day” in Milwaukee. All that in Tuesday’s “First Call.” I’ll pass On Monday, Cameron Heyward spoke...
Steelers players, coaches notice specific improvements in Mason Rudolph since returning to Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington played with quarterback Mason Rudolph for one year in 2023. Then Rudolph went to Tennessee for a season. Now he’s back. And apparently better than he was before. “He’s just improved in the details from play-to-play. His steps. His drops. Whatever his coaching points...
Tim Benz: Cam Heyward sounds like he’s trying to live in 2 worlds at once
For most of his career, Cameron Heyward has been viewed as the consummate Pittsburgh Steelers good guy. A team captain. A Walter Payton Man of the Year. A good teammate. A leader. An All-Pro. Mr. Consistent. He’s also the guy who once famously said of Aaron Rodgers’ protracted decision-making process,...
Steelers inside the ropes: With other cornerbacks out, Joey Porter Jr. steps upVideo
Jalen Ramsey has not taken part in team drills at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp over the past week. Backups Cory Trice Jr. and Donte Kent have been out because of injury for longer than that. Darius Slay suffered an ankle injury on the first team drill of Monday’s practice. It...
Steelers camp report: Darius Slay rolls ankle, opening door for Brandin Echols to get more snaps
Mike Tomlin continues to rest Jalen Ramsey, and the Pittsburgh Steelers coach found himself down a second veteran cornerback Monday when Darius Slay was injured on the first play of “Seven Shots,” the 2-point conversion drill that opens the team portion of practice. Tomlin said Slay “rolled” his ankle. Slay...
Cameron Heyward prepared to sit out games in regular season if contract with Steelers isn’t addressedVideo
Cam Heyward seeking a new contract from the Pittsburgh Steelers isn’t a recent development, he revealed Monday afternoon. And he’s prepared to continue his “hold in” negotiation tactic into the regular season, if necessary. Heyward didn’t discount sitting out games in the regular season when he spoke with reporters for...
Steelers bring back TE Kevin Foelsch, sign CB Mikey VictorVideo
Six days after waiving him and 13 days after signing him for the first time, the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday once again signed tight end Kevin Foelsch. A former Division II star at New Haven, Foelsch initially joined the Steelers on July 29 but was let go last week. The...
Mark Madden: Mason Rudolph again proves to be among NFL’s most reliable backups
Steelers fans went into the preseason hoping that sixth-round draft pick Will Howard would breathe life into their imagined status of him being a long-term hope at quarterback. He didn’t, and won’t. Howard’s broken finger will likely sideline him for the entire exhibition campaign. Instead, the citizens got a reminder...
First Call: Strong preseason debuts for Justin Fields, Russell Wilson, Mitch Trubisky; ex-Steeler DB now a Raider
Monday’s “First Call” has a roundup of how ex-Pittsburgh Steelers Justin Fields, Russell Wilson and Mitch Trubisky did quarterbacking their teams in the first week of the 2025 preseason. We also get you up to date on some player movement involving a few former Steelers, and the Pirates visit Milwaukee...
After communication errors in 2024, Steelers defenders see broader picture
After a tumultuous end to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2024 season, a key word seemed to echo among the defensive players in the locker room: communication. Or a lack of it. Entering this season, many members of the Steelers defense seem encouraged that problem is behind them. With the addition of...
Stock report has more winners than losers from Steelers’ win in preseason opener at Jacksonville
For three members of the Pittsburgh Steelers, simply putting on the uniform and playing in a game was deemed a successful outing no matter their contributions in a 31-25 victory at Jacksonville in the preseason opener. Considering what transpired last year — or in 2023, in one instance — these...
Feats of Strength: Stellar QBs, kicking game, depth playmakers lead Steelers to preseason win
We all hoped that the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback play would improve with Aaron Rodgers on the roster. I don’t think any of us expected that would happen on a night when he didn’t even play. That was the case, though, in the Steelers’ preseason opener in Jacksonville. They beat the...
Backup QBs lead Steelers to 4 TDs in preseason victory at Jacksonville
It remains to be seen how well Aaron Rodgers executes Arthur Smith’s offense — or if even he gets a chance — before the regular season opens Sept. 7 for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Mike Tomlin told the team website Saturday that he may withhold Rodgers’ debut with the Steelers...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: The Steelers have set up Broderick Jones to fail
This season isn’t a proving ground for third-year tackle Broderick Jones. It’s a proving ground for how the Steelers have developed Jones. So far, the Steelers have mangled it. The Steelers traded up to the 14th pick and took Jones in the 2023 draft. He was seen as a bit...
