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Steelers training camp observations: Will Howard bounces back, offense comes alive, and running backs shine on day two of pads

The Pittsburgh Steelers were looking to build off their first day of pads on Monday, a day that was dominated by the defense. The offense took the reins on Tuesday, with Will Howard and multiple skill players showing out.

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Steelers Hit Legitimate Home Run With Rookie Max Iheanachor After Dominating TJ Watt And Nick Herbig

After that, Omar Khan quickly pivoted and selected Iheanachor. The reaction was mixed, with many fans disappointed that the team went from an exciting wide receiver prospect to an offensive tackle viewed as a less flashy pick.

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Steelers Get Chippy for First Time at Training Camp

The Pittsburgh Steelers were widely criticized for a lack of chippiness and physicality as the team donned pads for the first time. Well, that criticism can be laid to rest after the intensity was ratcheted up a level on day two of pads.

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Jaylen Warren Just Let Slip The Steelers’ Biggest Training Camp Secret

The Pittsburgh Steelers are officially underway in Latrobe for training camp, and with the 2026 NFL season quickly approaching, the Mike McCarthy era continues to generate plenty of excitement.

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Hostile Exchange Breaks Out Between Steelers' Sebastian Joseph-Day And Troy Fautanu At Camp

The Pittsburgh Steelers may not be doing any live tackling under Mike McCarthy during training camp, but that does not mean practices have become any less physical.

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The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

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LeSean McCoy Praises Aaron Rodgers For Dianna Russini Criticism On ESPN

Dr. Fauci wasn't the only figure Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers went after during his recent appearance on The Pat McAFee Show. He took aim at former NFL insider Dianna Russini and ESPN's refusal to cover her scandal with Mike Vrabel.

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'Rough Day': Steelers Promising Linebacker Jack Sawyer Struggling Early On

The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting their first real look at the roster in training camp, and already some unexpected storylines are emerging. One of the

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Aaron Rodgers Calls Out Michael Rubin's 'Weird' Celebrity Parties

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers had quite the explosive interview with Pat McAfee this week. Rodgers, who is gearing up for his last NFL season, decided to call out a handful of public figures while at training camp Monday, including Dr.

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Mike McCarthy Was Not Happy With Steelers First Padded Practice

There's been more scrutiny surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers than usual following the transition to a new regime led by Mike McCarthy. One of the biggest questions has been what McCarthy's coaching style would look like in Pittsburgh.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

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Steelers' Mike McCarthy Addresses Aaron Rodgers' Controversial Comments: 'Keep It About Football'

The Pittsburgh Steelers are officially underway with training camp practices in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. The environment looks electric as it always does, and the team is finally taking shape as fans are getting a better idea of what the group might look like during the 2026 season.

Mason McCormick News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Steelers Guard Mason McCormick Looks Ready for Bigger Leap After Strong Camp Start

The Pittsburgh Steelers put the pads on as they opened the second week of training camp on Monday. One of the biggest points of focus was the always-anticipated one-on-one drills between offensive and defensive linemen.

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'You Never Know': Steelers Keeping Options Open As Trade Market Entices Omar Khan

The roster for the Pittsburgh Steelers appears to be in pretty good shape with 2026 training camp fully underway. The team returned a lot of contributors, but also has several new faces that are looking to make an impact.

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Steelers Sign WR Jakobie Keeney-James

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced they have signed WR Jakobie Keeney-James to a contract. In correspondence, the Steelers waived WR Cole Burgess with an injury designation.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The Spun / August 4

Jemele Hill Rips Aaron Rodgers For His Comments On Dr. Fauci

Aaron Rodgers took Dr. Anthony Fauci to task during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday. Rodgers, who is entering Year 2 with the Pittsburgh Steelers, famously chose to get "immunized" instead of vaccinated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Steelers Roman Wilson's Growth Could Earn Him Major Role After Aaron Rodgers Praise

The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their second week of training camp with their first padded practice, marking another step in their preparation for the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 4

Steelers Have An Unexpected Training Camp Darling Flying Under The Radar

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finally put the pads on in training camp, where they can see what their players are made of. Mike McCarthy may be doing his camp differently than Mike Tomlin, with less physicality and more attention to detail, but the intensity is the key.

DeShon Elliott News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Elliott’s Recovery is Creating Serious Opportunity for Steelers Seventh-Round Pick

One of the positions under the microscope at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp is free safety. The Steelers don't have a true centerfielder on the back end who can thrive in a Cover 1 scheme, though they do have adequate personnel for Cover 2 press-man concepts.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / August 4

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Thinks Team Is At A Critical Turning Point In One Specific Area

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finally kicked off 2026 training camp in Latrobe, PA. The new coaching staff is now a few practices in, getting a chance to look at the team and figure out how they will assemble it for the upcoming year.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / August 4

NFL Defensive Coordinator Comes After Steelers' Aaron Rodgers For Completely Losing His 'Magic'

The Pittsburgh Steelers were fully aware in the 2025 offseason that bringing in Aaron Rodgers to be the team's starting quarterback was unlikely to spark some kind of MVP run for the veteran.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Steelers First Padded Practice Was ‘Uneventful,’ but That’s Not a Bad Thing

The Pittsburgh Steelers held their first padded practice of the second week of training camp on Monday. However, the atmosphere is noticeably different under new head coach Mike McCarthy.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / August 4

2025 Steelers Offseason Recall: Pittsburgh responds with statement win over Ravens in AFC North thriller

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Steelers training camp week 1 highlights

The Pittsburgh Steelers have completed their first few days of training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe (Pennsylvania) and there were a few notable occurrences to highlight beyond players checking in, fans flooding to the practice field, and the warm summer days.