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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

'Lack Of Confidence': Steelers' Offensive Playmaker In Trouble With Team Doubting His Potential

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL regular season. It wasn't a very pretty matchup for the team's home opener, as a 31-17 defeat worried a fan base that was riding high on a 1-0 start at the time.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers' Pat Freiermuth Faces Brutal News About His Role With Mike McCarthy's Offense In 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has always been expected to be great. He started his career as a productive rookie, but has struggled to consistently get the targets he needs to succeed.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / April 2

4-Round Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 Mock Draft: Mystery QB gets a shiny new playmaker and a former Heisman candidate joins the roster’s young core

The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner for every team around the league. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ work during free agency created a clearer draft plan for their organization.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

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Will Howard News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers Have Hidden Worry About Will Howard That Could Prevent Him From Turning Into A Starter

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted quarterback Will Howard with the 185th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The sixth-round pick was a national champion at Ohio State, but found himself slipping towards the end of the draft.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Is Sick And Tired Of Answering Questions About Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering an entirely new era with Mike McCarthy at the helm. This is a historic moment for the franchise, as they have not had a new head coach since Mike Tomlin was hired back in 2007.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / April 2

New details leak about the mistake that set Steelers back

Behind-the-scenes details leak about the mistake that set the Steelers back several years

The Pittsburgh Steelers were set back as a franchise due to the results of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Ben Roethlisberger thinks AFC North team's title window is 'closing'

Update expands on bombshell report about alleged Eagles, Jalen Hurts drama

Raiders make Kirk Cousins decision after Klint Kubiak comments related to Fernando Mendoza

After considering struggles of recent No. 1 picks, Raiders adding Kirk Cousins as bridge QB for Fernando Mendoza is smart

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / April 2

Steelers Top Three Remaining QB Options

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers officially won’t be bringing in veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins for the 2026 season. Despite some speculation that the 37-year-old QB was a backup option for the organization, Cousins skirts a trip to Pittsburgh for an entirely too complicated one-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Art Rooney II's Legal Trouble Continues With Steelers Called Out In New Lawsuit

The Pittsburgh Steelers have constantly been shown in a negative light in some areas for years. There seems to always be some sort of accusation against Owner Art Rooney II, whether it's seemingly being cheap, complacent, or issues surrounding legal accusations.

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NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

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NFL News / Field Level Media / April 2

Agent: S Kyle Dugger signing one-year contract with Bengals

Free agent safety Kyle Dugger is signing a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, his agent Drew Rosenhaus informed ESPN on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed for Dugger, who opted to be a free agent in March after the Pittsburgh Steelers acquired him in a deal with the New England Patriots on Oct.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / April 2

Steelers Lose Safety to AFC North Rival

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have noticeably changed the look of their secondary ahead of the 2026 season. The start of that was letting multiple veteran defensive backs, excluding Asante Samuel Jr., hit free agency, beginning with cornerback James Pierre departing for the Minnesota Vikings.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers Have No Worries At Left Guard As Team Appears 'Set' With Offensive Starter Already On The Roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers still have some holes to fill heading into the 2026 regular season, following some moves already made as the NFL's free agency period started a couple of weeks ago.

Kyle Dugger News / Pro Football Rumors / April 2

Bengals, S Kyle Dugger Agree To Deal

The Bengals continue to make moves in the secondary. Not long after signing cornerback Ja’Sir Taylor, a safety addition has been lined up. Cincinnati has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with Kyle Dugger, per agent Drew Rosenhaus (h/t ESPN’s Adam Schefter).

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers’ QB Plan Becoming Obvious As Veteran Options Get Dismissed

The Pittsburgh Steelers are once again stuck in a waiting game as quarterback Aaron Rodgers takes his sweet time on making a decision. Head Coach Mike McCarthy may have already revealed the veteran's preference to the public a few times, but nothing is 100% certain until pen gets put to paper.

Aaron Rodgers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 2

‘Assuming’ Aaron Rodgers is back, here’s Mel Kiper’s latest Steelers mock draft pick

With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching later this month, ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has projected a new direction for the Pittsburgh Steelers, contingent on the potential return of veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Omar Khan News / Steeler Nation / April 2

'They Got Slower': Executive Calls Out Omar Khan's No Good Roster Building For The Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have seemed to be one of the more active teams in the NFL throughout the 2026 offseason. The organization has acquired talent via trade while also making a handful of signings that were seen to have some great value.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Delivers Bold Message To His New Locker Room

The Pittsburgh Steelers' new head coach, Mike McCarthy, has his work cut out for him. After Mike Tomlin could not end the playoff drought that has lasted over a decade in the Steel City he decided it was time to hang up his clipboard.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 2

Insider Hints What Position Steelers Are Eyeing For A Trade Up In First Round Of 2026 NFL Draft

It's no secret the Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of pundits curious as to which direction this roster is heading in the 2026 season. Now that free agency has settled down a little bit, the Steelers are beginning to focus all their attention on the 2026 NFL Draft.