Steelers players arrive for 2025 training camp at Saint Vincent

It’s move-in day at the dorms of Saint Vincent College as members of the Pittsburgh Steelers arrive for their annual training camp.

Before practice begins Thursday, TribLive writers are talking with players Wednesday morning as they begin their three-week ramp-up to the 2025 NFL season.

If you missed any of TribLive’s training camp preview content, check out this Steelers primer.

Here’s a look at what some players had to say Wednesday at Saint Vincent:

2 p.m.

General manager Omar Khan addressed the media.

GM Omar Khan speaks to the media. https://t.co/mDyKEuKQUc

— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) July 23, 2025

1:35 p.m.

T.J. Watt steps to the podium.

TJ Watt’s 1st public comments since signing a 3yr contract extension with the Steelers pic.twitter.com/nnDgN0HeQv

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

1 p.m.

New Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey believes he can still play cornerback though it’s possible he sees time at safety.

It was subtle and he is saying all the proverbial right things and that he will play anywhere …

but Jalen Ramsey made it abundantly clear he believes he’s still a Cornerback

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

Wearing a “God is good” sweatshirt, newest Steeler Jalen Ramsey seems like he feels blessed to be with the team pic.twitter.com/KU0OWkQUwd

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

Also, 2024 first-round pick Troy Fautanu is happy to be back and healthy this season.

Steelers RT Troy Fautanu is thrilled to be back on the field for a real NFL practice - and that his knee feels 100% after missing most of last season pic.twitter.com/GjnIiCJPbj

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

12:15 p.m.

Fresh off signing his record contract extension Tuesday, outside linebacker TJ Watt is at Saint Vincent.

Watt’s arrival after contract signing. Will speak the media this afternoon pic.twitter.com/uDsomefjfX

— Tim Benz (@TimBenzPGH) July 23, 2025

12:05 p.m.

Outside linebacker Nick Herbig offers his thoughts on his mentor getting a contract extention last week.

Nick Herbig was working out with TJ Watt got his big contract extension.
Herbig clearly has a high degree it admiration for his mentor pic.twitter.com/maoCms0grx

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

11:55 a.m.

One of the question marks for the 2025 season will be how well the Steelers offensive line will perform. Here’s some thoughts from reserve O-lineman Spencer Anderson.

Reserve guard Spencer Anderson on the Steelers offensive line’s mix of veteran experience and talented youth pic.twitter.com/3eRpgKdzym

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

11:45 a.m.

New Steelers safety Juan Thornhill has some thoughts about the position now that Minkah Fitzpatrick is in Miami.

When Juan Thornhill heard about the trade of Minkah Fitzpatrick, he thought it was a joke

What he doesn’t think is a joke is the idea he can replace Fitzpatrick as a starter in the Steelers secondary pic.twitter.com/VG0X8Us50d

— Chris Adamski (@C_AdamskiTrib) July 23, 2025

10:55 a.m.

Two of the Steelers’ new veteran wide receivers found their way to Saint Vincent in succession — DK Metcalf and Robert Woods.

Woods was asked about trying to be the No. 2 receiver.

“I know DK is the guy but I’ve always competed to be No. 1. That’s how you make yourself better.”

10:40 a.m.

What time is it, according to Patrick Queen and Mike Tomlin?

Patrick Queen said Mike Tomlin called him Tuesday on the eve of reporting day for Steelers camp.
His message?
“It’s go time.”

— Joe Rutter (@tribjoerutter) July 23, 2025

10:25 a.m.

The team’s leading tackler from last season was one of the first arrivals.

Patrick Queen is first official player to check in during media watch period. He’s got his hands full. pic.twitter.com/dyyz6i6qnv

— Joe Rutter (@tribjoerutter) July 23, 2025

10:15 a.m.

It’s that time of the year … reporting day for Steelers training camp. pic.twitter.com/UubyR2ogCy

— Joe Rutter (@tribjoerutter) July 23, 2025

The Steelers social media team is certainly ready for camp to begin.

THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️
THE GUYS REPORT TO CAMP TODAY‼️ pic.twitter.com/hZdBfhlXtM

— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) July 23, 2025

The Steelers production team offers a preseason video look at Saint Vincent.

This is where it all begins. @FedEx | @WWEGraves pic.twitter.com/6gEhwAVQqS

— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) July 22, 2025

Here’s some news about a familiar face for Steelers fans.

Russell Wilson is the clear cut starter for the #Giants.

"These guys will be out here competing but Russ is our starter," Brian Daboll said.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) July 23, 2025

And another beginning his career with Jets.

QB1 pic.twitter.com/17vNOGNCOF

— New York Jets (@nyjets) July 23, 2025