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Steelers' defense dominates to knock off Colts

Jaylen Warren rushed for two touchdowns and T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith made huge defensive plays to help the Pittsburgh Steelers notch a 27-20 victory over the visiting Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon.

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Steelers Defense Takes Over to Beat NFL’s Best Colts

The Pittsburgh Steelers took down the Indianapolis Colts in an upset, defeating them 27-20 at home. In an interesting change for the team, the Steelers opted to receive the ball after winning the coin toss.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Steelers' huge win over the Colts comes with a loss they can't afford after key offensive starter reaggravates lingering injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers were on the verge of continuing a trend they wanted no part of on Sunday. Headed into the game against the Indianapolis Colts, Pittsburgh had lost two in a row and was one away from eight consecutive seasons with a three-game losing streak.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers OG Leaves Second Consecutive Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers put on an impressive offensive performance against the Indianapolis Colts. After a pair of losses brought their record to 4-3, their entire team looked rejuvenated and improved against the team with the best record in football.

Derrick Henry News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL all-time rushing leaders' quiz

In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

The 'Single-season rushing record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / November 2

Colts have three turnovers, Steelers have 14-7 lead

The Colts had only four turnovers in their first eight games. They have three today. The Steelers have converted them into 14 points and lead by seven with 4:22 left in the half.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Encouraged After Young Wide Receiver's Week 8 Performance

The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a painful loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football, losing 35-25 in a game that appeared competitive initially, but became a disaster for the Steelers in the second half after the team as a whole collapsed.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Talk / November 2

Darius Slay injures hand but returns

Linebacker Alex Highsmith left the field gimpy after the second play, with Nick Herbig replacing him. The Steelers did not give an injury update on Highsmith, but he has returned with his ankle taped.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers CB Leaves Colts Game After Painful Injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers' secondary, which came into Week 9 with a long list of injuries, saw another key member of the group go down during the first quarter of their matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Rex Ryan unloads on the Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had one of the worst defenses in football as the halfway point in the 2025 season approaches, and Rex Ryan provided them with some bulletin-board material ahead of their game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / November 2

Acrisure Stadium grass concerns linger, ahead of Colts-Steelers

The field at Acrisure Stadium continues to appear to be nearly equal parts grass and sand. The attached photo was taken on Sunday morning, in the hours before the Steelers will host the Colts.

Ian Rapoport News / Sporting News / November 2

Steelers trade rumor from Ian Rapoport lists wide receiver targets for Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to be in the market for a wide receiver ahead of the trade deadline and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport listed three names to keep an eye on for the Steelers.

Jalen Ramsey News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Change Jalen Ramsey's Position Within Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers are switching things up in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts. With a large list of injuries at the safety position, the team has decided to move one of their key pieces, exclusively, to one part of the field in an effort to help the group.

Jakobi Meyers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Aren't Interested in Jakobi Meyers' Price Tag

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had their eyes on a number of wide receivers this season, with Las Vegas Raiders' Jakobi Meyers being one of them. Pittsburgh has called Las Vegas, but right now, they're not interested in their asking price.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Can't Ignore Dolphins WR Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers want and need a wide receiver at the NFL trade deadline, and the name that has topped every list is Miami Dolphins' Jaylen Waddle.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Downslide Could Stop Trade Deadline Moves

The Pittsburgh Steelers may be in the middle of a spiral that could end up costing them the season. After two straight losses that have been headline by a lack of adequate defensive play, the Steelers are facing the top team in the league, the Indianapolis Colts.

Aaron Rodgers News / Gridiron Heroics / November 2

'Major Upgrade': Potential Trade Target Gives Aaron Rodgers Another Weapon

The Pittsburgh Steelers are linked to several deadline targets and one name has emerged as a potential game‑changer for an Aaron Rodgers‑led offense. The consensus among analysts is that adding a reliable, intermediate receiver would give Rodgers a security valve and diversify a passing attack too often dependent on one explosive threat.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Steelers still interested in WR trade

Marquez Valdes-Scantling reunited with Aaron Rodgers earlier this week by inking a Steelers deal. In spite of that addition, more could be coming at the receiver position.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Arians reveals truth about Pittsburgh's home crowd during 'SNF'

Former Steelers OC Bruce Arians reveals the shocking truth about Pittsburgh's home crowd during 'SNF'

The Pittsburgh Steelers were recently defeated at home on "Sunday Night Football" by the Green Bay Packers in a 35-25 loss that spiraled out of control in the second half.

Eagles get more secondary help with Jaire Alexander trade

Cardinals make surprising Kyler Murray, Jacoby Brissett decision for Week 9

'I've seen enough': Infamous former Dolphin Richie Incognito has harsh message for the team

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

DK Metcalf News / Athlon Sports / November 1

NFL Announces Punishment for Steelers WR DK Metcalf

DK Metcalf and the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped a second consecutive game in Week 8, falling to 4-3 on the 2025 NFL season after a 35-25 loss to Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers on "Sunday Night Football." Despite the loss, Metcalf still had a nice game, recording a team-high five catches for 55 yards and one touchdown, his fifth of the year.

Trey Sermon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 1

Steelers Call Up Two RBs Including Trey Sermon

The Pittsburgh Steelers officially elevated RBs Lew Nichols and Trey Sermon to their active roster for Sunday’s game. Sermon, 26, is a former third-round pick by the 49ers in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Ohio State.

Jakobi Meyers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1

Raiders' high Jakobi Meyers asking price not discouraging AFC contenders

The Raiders have placed a high asking price on wide receiver Jakobi Meyers.

10 NFL trade targets: Who the Cowboys, Steelers and others could add before the 2025 deadline

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'Highest-paid NFL players of 2018' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 1

Steelers' Roman Wilson Is Quietly Locking Down New Role In Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers used their third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft to select Roman Wilson. The wide receiver was expected to come in as a rookie and immediately contribute, showing flashes of the explosive playmaking ability that made him a standout at Michigan.