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Steelers Uncover Something Special Brewing Between 2 Rookie DBs In Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers have two rookie defensive backs who are developing a special relationship behind the scenes. Daylen Everette and Robert Spears-Jennings are learning what it takes to succeed in the NFL, and they are doing it together.

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Steelers' Nick Herbig Drawing Strong Praise For Unexpected New Role

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been asking outside linebacker Nick Herbig to do more than rush opposing quarterbacks this season, and his position coach is impressed with the results.

Pat Freiermuth News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 17

Steelers Announce Surprising Pat Freiermuth Injury Before Bucs Game

Another Pittsburgh Steelers pass catcher is dealing with an injury. While the Steelers announced that DK Metcalf (illness) has been removed from the injury

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Steelers Are Seeing Consistent Growth Thanks To 1 Player In Particular

Despite working with a new coaching staff, the Pittsburgh Steelers have been playing very similar to how they have in recent years: consistently inconsistent.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Bill Cowher Has Alarming Take As Legend Believes Steelers' Defensive Line Is 'Uncomfortable'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a perplexing defensive stance through the first five weeks. Defensive Coordinator Patrick Graham promised all these different blitzes with guys moving around and quarterbacks getting confused.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

'Really Good': Steelers Rookie Gabriel Rubio Starting To Turn Heads

The Pittsburgh Steelers hit the road in Week 6 to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as they have not yet won a game away from Acrisure Stadium in 2026. In the first year for head coach Mike McCarthy, he is undefeated at home after a Week 5 win against the Indianapolis Colts and their star running back Jonathan Taylor.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 17

Steelers Should Consider Surprise Trade Candidate

While names such as Patrick Queen and Jalen Ramsey profile as the likeliest candidates to be dealt on the Pittsburgh Steelers' roster should they ever opt to move any of their veterans, there's one name that's flown under the radar in that respect and may ultimately garner some interest from around the league.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 17

3 Trade Targets Steelers Could Pursue Before NFL Trade Deadline

The Pittsburgh Steelers have several areas they could address as the NFL trade deadline approaches in less than a month. Whether they want to add another weapon to Aaron Rodgers’ offense or bolster their secondary for a playoff push, Pittsburgh has the draft capital to explore potential upgrades.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Steelers Reunion At Cornerback Suddenly Within Reach As Chargers' Demise Continues

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the middle of the "easy part" of their schedule. As long as they do well overall, they will be in a position to add pieces at the trade deadline while they're on their bye week.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Former Steelers QB Expresses 1 Big Problem With Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting set to to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road as head coach Mike McCarthy looks for his victory away from Acrisure Stadium.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Steelers Facing Devastating Michael Pittman Jr Injury Setback

The Pittsburgh Steelers could be without wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. for longer than initially expected, raising new questions about the team's depth at the position as the NFL trade deadline approaches.

DK Metcalf News / TWSN / October 17

Starting DK Metcalf in Week 6 Could Be a Costly Fantasy Mistake

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6. For a wide receiver like DK Metcalf who is used to not needing many catches to change a fantasy matchup, the Buccaneers’ game makes him a prime boom-or-bust candidate.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 17

DK Metcalf Development Spells Bad News for Aaron Rodgers

DK Metcalf’s status for Sunday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is uncertain after the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver missed Friday’s practice because of an illness.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Steelers Projected Inactives for Week 6 at Buccaneers

The Pittsburgh Steelers head to Tampa Bay in Week 6 to face a Buccaneers team looking to build on its recent success. Pittsburgh also needs to string together wins, as the Steelers have alternated wins and losses since opening the season with a victory.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / October 17

Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet: Week 6 at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet is a weekly series featuring a quick glance at the upcoming Steelers game, including odds, records, things to watch for, and how to watch/listen to the game.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 16

Steelers' Jalen Ramsey Gives Clear Answer On Patrick Graham Disconnect After Sideline Move

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the last week learning how much weight one word can carry. “Disconnect” sounded like a locker-room alarm after Cleveland, especially with a new defensive coordinator, visible sideline frustration and a secondary still trying to fit new pieces together.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / TWSN / October 16

Feed Jaylen Warren, Unleash Germie Bernard: Pittsburgh Steelers’ Formula for Beating Tampa Bay

The Pittsburgh Steelers have the opportunity to get to 4-2 just one week before an overseas matchup in London. They take on a Tampa Bay team that is without starting quarterback Baker Mayfield for the second consecutive week.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16

Steelers Week 6 injury report vs. Buccaneers: What Rico Dowdle’s status means for Jaylen Warren fantasy owners

The Pittsburgh Steelers are dealing with several injury concerns ahead of Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but one of the biggest fantasy football storylines centers on the running back position.

Patrick Queen News / Steeler Nation / October 16

Steelers Insider Gives Definitive Read On Veteran Pittsburgh Isn't Ready To Move On From

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent months hearing the same question about one of the most expensive and scrutinized players in the middle of their defense.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16

1 player Steelers must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Pittsburgh Steelers are all-in on making a Super Bowl run in 2026, but that doesn’t mean they should ignore the future of the franchise. With Aaron Rodgers at the helm for what is expected to be his final NFL season, Pittsburgh has a narrow window to compete for a championship.