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Steelers Get Horrible News As Dream 2027 Quarterback Prospect Is Quickly Rising

The Pittsburgh Steelers have two young quarterbacks on their roster in Will Howard and Drew Allar. One of those individuals could end up being the future of the organization, but it will be hard for either to seal his fate in 2026 because of Aaron Rodgers' return to the locker room.

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NFL Analyst Says Aaron Rodgers Could Make or Break Steelers' 2026 Season

When the Pittsburgh Steelers hired Mike McCarthy, speculation understandably centered on quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers had just completed the 2025 season with the Steelers, delivering their best quarterback play in years.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Hype Behind Steelers' Rookie May Not Be Authentic

The Pittsburgh Steelers' front office employed an interesting strategy by stacking draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft. They used the compensatory process as a way to earn extra picks.

Patrick Queen News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers Already Being Seriously Urged To Explore A Replacement For Patrick Queen

The Pittsburgh Steelers are once again featuring one of the highest-paid defenses in the NFL. It will continue to stay expensive over the years if the organization can work out extensions for key players Joey Porter Jr.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Joey Porter Jr. News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 29

James Harrison Sends Warning to Steelers About Joey Porter Jr.

The Pittsburgh Steelers had hoped that a contract extension with Joey Porter Jr. would be finalized and in the rearview mirror at this point of the offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Omar Khan Faces Pressure to Extend Joey Porter Jr. Before Price Explodes

Suddenly, the Pittsburgh Steelers have an answer at cornerback. After general manager Omar Khan traded away Chase Claypool, the Steelers received what became the 32nd overall pick.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The Lead / June 29

Five Pittsburgh Steelers Who Must Step Up During Training Camp

As summer rolls along, we get closer and closer to the Pittsburgh Steelers heading to Latrobe, PA, for Training Camp. There are many exciting new faces this year, including Michael Pittman Jr., Rico Dowdle, and Jamel Dean.

Mike McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 29

Steelers’ Mike McCarthy’s ‘tricky’ test staring him in face for training camp

The Pittsburgh Steelers are balancing a roster of old with the franchise taking on a new direction. The team is loaded with veteran superstars who, while past their primes, can still play at a high level.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers' Internal Issues That Caused A Clash In 2025 Are Exposed

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been an interesting team to follow over the last few seasons. The organization is historic, but it has been stuck in purgatory a bit.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers Have 3 Fascinating Training Camp Battles Approaching

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a standard for over two decades that essentially revolves around not having losing seasons. Dating back to 2003, that has been the case.

Domata Peko News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Huge Differences Already Emerging For Steelers Defensive Line Under Domata Peko After 'Laid Back' Environment

The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to look like a completely different football team in 2026, and not just because Mike McCarthy is replacing Mike Tomlin as head coach.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Jonathan Taylor News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 29

Steelers, Jonathan Taylor Trade: Realistic or No?

Running back is far down on the list of needs for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but perhaps they'd make a splash move if the opportunity to acquire a superstar at the position arises.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers' Germie Bernard Draws Unexpected Comparison To A Familiar Face

The Pittsburgh Steelers finally used a premier draft pick on a wide receiver when they selected Germie Bernard with their second round pick of 2026 NFL Draft.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Dylan Cook News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Steelers' Dylan Cook Under Heavy Pressure to Hold Off Competition at Training Camp

In roughly a month, the Pittsburgh Steelers will report to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, for training camp. New head coach Mike McCarthy and his staff will begin their quest for wins as the Pittsburgh native looks to deliver for his hometown team.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / June 29

Steelers’ highest 2026 cap hits show where Pittsburgh is investing

The NFL salary cap is often discussed in broad terms, but looking at where a team allocates its biggest cap charges can reveal a lot about its priorities.

Jerome Bettis News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers Great Jerome Bettis Makes Bold Prediction For The Upcoming 2026 Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off an AFC North division title; however, yet again, failed to make any noise in the playoffs, by losing 30-6 at home to the Houston Texans.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers' Darnell Washington Knows There Are Big Time Pressures Playing With Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a clear statement when they invested in Darnell Washington, but his next step may depend just as much on the mental side of the game as the physical one.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 29

Steelers Search for New QB is Completely Different

The Pittsburgh Steelers' search for a quarterback is on pause this season as they try to win a Super Bowl with Aaron Rodgers. Next spring, it'll resume, with change coming at the position and a new starter taking over for 2027.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Mike McCarthy's First Steelers Camp Will Arrive With Pressure to Deliver Now

After head coach Mike Tomlin informed the Pittsburgh Steelers of his retirement, he closed the book on an era. Now, a new coaching staff takes over under head coach Mike McCarthy.

Cameron Heyward News / Steeler Nation / June 29

Steelers Preparing Surprising Plan To Preserve Cameron Heyward

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still going to lean heavily on Cameron Heyward, but the organization may have to be smarter about how much it asks from him during the 2026 season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Drew Allar, Will Howard Won't Keep Steelers From Drafting a QB Early in 2027

The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting one more year of Aaron Rodgers in 2026, and they've got a pair of young quarterbacks behind him in Drew Allar and Will Howard.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / June 29

Aaron Rodgers has an undrafted gem by his side

The Pittsburgh Steelers could make 2026 their season, thanks to having MVP-winning quarterback Aaron Rodgers back for one more season. He's back with the same coach he's won a Super Bowl with before, too, in Mike McCarthy.

Now that Aaron Rodgers is locked in, Steelers have another deal to tackle

Can Steelers' T.J. Watt return to being an elite player?

Steelers have a problem to solve before the 2026 season

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / June 28

Steelers Get Blunt Reality Check On Brian Angelichio’s Crucial Offensive Role

The Pittsburgh Steelers have entered a new era of coaching with the hiring of Head Coach Mike McCarthy in January of 2026. Along with his hiring, he brought along an almost entirely new staff.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / June 28