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Steelers Have Every Reason to Trade Kaleb Johnson

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a conundrum on their hands. Second-year running back Kaleb Johnson is trying to earn a role in Mike McCarthy's offense, but he faces two immovable hurdles.

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Steelers' Aaron Rodgers can Reach two Historic NFL Milestones in Final Season

The NFL has often been dubbed “Not For Long,” a phrase notably popularized by former Pittsburgh Steelers foe and Houston Oilers head coach Jerry Glanville.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 13

Steelers' Pass Catchers Receive Brutal Wake-Up Call

The Pittsburgh Steelers' pass catchers will be one of the biggest storylines to watch during the 2026 season. With Aaron Rodgers returning for what is expected to be his final NFL campaign, Pittsburgh will need to get the most out of its wide receivers and tight ends.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 13

Steelers' Legendary Lineman Gives TJ Watt A Blueprint To Return To Dominant Form

The Pittsburgh Steelers are needing a big change from star edge rusher TJ Watt in 2026. In 2025, Watt wasn't that elite edge rusher that he had been in years prior, which left many questioning his abilities in his 30s.

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The 'Season rushing-TD leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to hold an NFL franchise single-season record for rushing touchdowns can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / July 13

Dak Prescott Photos Should Start Steelers Conversation

Mike McCarthy believes that only a certain type of quarterback can play for the Pittsburgh Steelers because in the AFC North and in a cold-weather city, you need to fit a mold.

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Mike McCarthy's Steelers Changes Earn Bold Super Bowl Praise From Merril Hoge

If there's one thing the Pittsburgh Steelers have long prided themselves on, it's stability. That stability comes with trade-offs, however. Some might view it as an unwillingness to embrace change.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / July 13

Steelers 2026 Training Camp Preview: Wide Receivers

The Steelers completely reshaped their wide receiver room during the offseason, giving Aaron Rodgers a much different, and more dangerous, group of targets than he had a year ago.

Pat Freiermuth News / A to Z Sports / July 13

The rest of the NFL just called out the Steelers’ usage of tight end Pat Freiermuth after years of being hidden in the offense

Pat Freiermuth was not voted among the top-10 tight ends in the NFL by league personnel, but an explanation from one NFL executive suggests it may not be his fault when it comes to his numbers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Viral Sports News / July 13

Former Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl Champion Has Reportedly Died

Greg Hawthorne, a former first-round NFL selection and member of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Super Bowl XIV winning roster, died on Wednesday. He was 69 years old.

Aaron Rodgers News / The Spun / July 12

Aaron Rodgers Will Be Pushing A Lot Higher On NFL Record Books This Fall

Aaron Rodgers is returning for the 2026 NFL season. The longtime NFL star quarterback will be reunited with former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 12

'Important Season': Steelers Defender Will Have To Show Up In 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers defensive line is composed of a mix of high-level veterans and some emerging young talent. While the group had some ups and downs in 2025, with another year of gelling and the less-experienced talent beginning to develop, the trajectory of the unit is good.

T.J. Watt News / Steeler Nation / July 12

Steelers' TJ Watt Owns Legitimate Argument Critics Can't Touch

The Pittsburgh Steelers have heard the conversation around TJ Watt and his alleged decline, and there is no point pretending the debate came out of nowhere.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Four Steelers That Stood out in From Insider's Review of the Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers are just weeks away from reporting to Saint Vincent College for head coach Mike McCarthy's first training camp. Plenty of unknowns and anticipation surround this new era.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 12

3 sneaky trade candidates for Steelers entering 2026 season

The Pittsburgh Steelers should have a Super Bowl or bust mentality during the 2026 season. Aaron Rodgers plans to retire after the season, meaning this is Pittsburgh’s last chance to win it all with the future Hall of Famer.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 12

Former Steelers Joe Haden, James Harrison’s Mike Tomlin revelations prove why coaching change was needed

The Pittsburgh Steelers have faced significant criticism following a major organizational overhaul. Former safety Juan Thornhill, recently released by the team after an underwhelming performance, publicly criticized former defensive coordinator Teryl Austin.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / July 12

Steelers' Mike McCarthy May Try Aggressive Formation To Ignite Offense

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering a period of their franchise where the offense could begin to take a step forward in terms of production. Newly hired head coach Mike McCarthy is a quarterback guru who has always featured a high-scoring offense in the NFL.