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First Call: Steelers reportedly ‘getting closer’ on QB situation; Bill Cowher endorses Russell Wilson
We might have some movement on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback front, and it may be Aaron Rodgers-related. Bill Cowher has some thoughts on what the Steelers should do at quarterback. A little controversy is following a new Steeler out of Cleveland. And we have an update on Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit...
Tim Benz: On Steelers QB front, Cam Heyward speaks for all of us when he says, ‘Ugghh’
On his most recent “Not Just Football” podcast, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive captain Cameron Heyward had a lot to say about the team’s elongated quarterback search. When he ran out of words, he actually said a lot more. “I think, just (insert exasperated sigh here) … I want to play football,”...
2026 NFL Draft: Main stage to be outside Acrisure Stadium; Point State Park to host festival
Steelers Nation can take some credit for bringing the league’s largest offseason event to Pittsburgh. And, for the NFL Draft next year, they’ll be taking over Point State Park, the anticipated venue of a free fan festival known as the NFL Draft Experience, documents show. Cities compete to host the...
Steelers’ Cam Heyward to Aaron Rodgers: Either you wanna be a Steeler or you don’t
Cameron Heyward is tired of being in the dark about Aaron Rodgers’ potential signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers has put the Steelers — as well as the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings — on hold regarding his football future. He hasn’t made a decision a week into NFL...
Steelers host Pitt kicker Ben Sauls for predraft visit
Ben Sauls, one of the most prolific kickers in Pitt history, had an official predraft visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday. Sauls does not count against the 30-player limit because he attended a “local” college. Although the Steelers are set at kicker with Chris Boswell, they do bring a...
First Call: Steelers have ‘checked in’ on Joe Flacco; Aaron Rodgers may drag decision until the draft
Tuesday’s “First Call” has the latest on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback quagmire. We’ve got fallout from Justin Fields, a potential future with Joe Flacco, plus a long timeline for an Aaron Rodgers decision. Alex Ovechkin takes another crack at climbing up the all-time goal scoring ladder. And, on the hoops...
Tim Benz: Most Steelers fans embrace Mason Rudolph’s return for the right reasonsVideo
It’s tough to come up with a sports relationship that’s analogous to the one between Mason Rudolph and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Billy Martin and the New York Yankees, perhaps? Not quite. Maybe I should go the television route. How about Ross and Rachel on “Friends”? “Sorry about hooking up with...
Steelers agree to deal with former Chiefs, Browns safety Juan Thornhill, bring back Isaiahh Loudermilk
Adding a veteran to serve as the No. 3 safety in sub-packages, the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to a one-year contract with former Cleveland Browns safety Juan Thornhill, NFL Network reported Monday. The Steelers also are bringing back defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk for one season, according to ESPN. Thornhill, 29, is...
Steelers conduct top-30 visit with Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins
Despite acquiring DK Metcalf to be their top wide receiver, the Pittsburgh Steelers continue to explore the position in advance of the NFL Draft in April. On Monday, the Steelers hosted Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins on a top-30 visit to UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Higgins is the second...
Mark Madden: Steelers’ quarterback focus should be on 2026 draft in Pittsburgh
It doesn’t matter who the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback is in 2025. The Steelers entered NFL free agency with more than $60 million in salary cap space. That ranked between fifth and 10th among the league’s top figures, depending on the source. The Steelers haven’t exactly made spectacular use of their...
First Call: Baltimore DB takes a shot at new Steelers LB; Le’Veon Bell’s name removed from high school field
Monday’s “First Call” features a Baltimore Raven who is lashing out at new Pittsburgh Steeler Malik Harrison. The Steelers apparently have eyes for a pair of Ole Miss defensive linemen in the draft. Gambling odds are out for Robert Morris in the NCAA Tournament. The Duquesne women’s hoops team will...
Madden Monday: When it comes to Steelers’ QB quandary, ‘blowing it with (Kenny) Pickett set them back 4-5 years’
Debate continues to swirl regarding what the Pittsburgh Steelers will do for a starting quarterback in 2025. However, in this week’s “Madden Monday” podcast, Mark Madden of 105.9 The X and TribLive believes the franchise should have one singular agenda. “The only decision the Steelers need to make correctly in...
Steelers agree to terms with former Patriots DT Daniel Ekuale
On a quiet weekend of free agency for the Pittsburgh Steelers, they made a free agent addition Sunday night, agreeing to terms on a contract with defensive lineman Daniel Ekuale, his agent reported in a social media post. Ekuale turned 31 in January and spent the past four seasons with...
Steelers fans plan to travel abroad for first regular-season NFL game in Ireland
The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to Ireland this fall — and so are a number of their die-hard fans. Dublin will host the first regular-season NFL game played in Ireland at its Croke Park. The Steelers played a preseason game against the Chicago Bears in 1997, also at Croke Park....
Darius Slay wants to help develop young Steelers corners, like Rod Woodson once did to him
By signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers — and perhaps finishing his career with them — Darius Slay gets a chance to repay a debt to one of the franchise’s greatest cornerbacks. At age 34 and a veteran of 12 NFL seasons, Slay wants to take on the role of a...
Big WR Savion Williams, small RB Dylan Sampson among official draft visits to Steelers
Already loaded with big wide receivers and compact running backs on their roster, the Pittsburgh Steelers hosted one of each for an official daft visit Friday. TCU’s Savion Williams — a 6-foot-4, 222-pound receiver — and Tennessee’s Dylan Sampson — a 5-8, 200-pound running back — joined Iowa defensive tackle...
Mark Madden: Steelers should pursue long-term path, timetable that’s best for the franchise
The Steelers offseason is all over the place. The highlights of free agency so far: • Recycling a quarterback they never trusted previously. • Getting a second-string running back to go with their other second-string running back. • Adding a 34-year-old cornerback. The Steelers might sign a 33-year-old fullback, which...
Tim Benz: DK Metcalf proves that $150 million can buy a lot of things — including faith
The Pittsburgh Steelers are paying $150 million to DK Metcalf to catch passes over the next five seasons. During his introductory press conference on Thursday, Metcalf may have caught himself in the middle of a quote. When asked about why he felt comfortable enough to sign a long-term deal in...
First Call: Giants reportedly offer more money to Aaron Rodgers than Steelers; another possible QB option for Pittsburgh
Friday’s “First Call” has an off-the-wall suggestion to fill the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback void. We play follow-the-money with Aaron Rodgers’ contract talks. I’ll give you the latest on the potential Round 2 version of Kenny Pickett-plus-Russell Wilson in Cleveland. And a former Steelers offensive lineman has a new team. Big...
DK Metcalf embraces change of scenery with Steelers while awaiting decision at quarterback
DK Metcalf has a new team, a new fiancee and a new number. What he doesn’t have is the identity of his new quarterback. That will come in time, and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ biggest offseason acquisition isn’t sweating the choice, whether it’s Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Mason Rudolph or someone...
A slot or outside CB, free-agent signee Brandin Echols seeks starting role for SteelersVideo
While he has a slight preference, Brandin Echols is less concerned about where he lines up with his new team as much as when he first takes the field in a game. Outside cornerback or slot/nickel isn’t as important to Echols as if he’s with the first-team defense for the...
Call him ‘Kenny G,’ call him a Super Bowl champ, Kenneth Gainwell eager to add to Steelers run gameVideo
His full first name is Kenneth, and that’s what he has been listed as on rosters throughout college and the NFL. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ newest running back, though, is indifferent in regards to how he’s addressed. “It doesn’t matter,” Mr. Gainwell said Thursday in his first interaction with Pittsburgh reporters...
After signing from rival Ravens, LB Malik Harrison eager to play inside or edge for the SteelersVideo
On the heels of finishing behind their biggest rival in the standings each of the past three seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers have increasingly adopted a strategy. If you can’t beat ‘em, have ‘em join you. At least when it comes to defensive players from the Baltimore Ravens, that is. Malik...
New Steeler Brandin Echols on former Jets teammate Aaron Rodgers: ‘Tell his (butt) to come on’
Brandin Echols may have been one of the lesser acclaimed Steelers signees early in free agency. But upon his arrival in Pittsburgh Thursday, the ex-New York Jets cornerback shed a lot of light on one of the most discussed players in the maelstrom of Steelers free agency. Former New York...
Steelers bring back QB Mason Rudolph
Four days into free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally have a new quarterback. Well, a quarterback who is not-so-new to the organization. Mason Rudolph and the Steelers agreed to terms Thursday, according to a report from the NFL Network. Rudolph, who spent his first six seasons with the Steelers before...
