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'Business Decisions': Patrick Queen Takes Ruthless Jab From Former Steelers LB For Cowardly Play

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Patrick Queen to a three-year, $41 million deal in 2024 free agency with the hope that he would anchor the middle of the defense.

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Steelers’ DK Metcalf hit with penalty after disrespectful move vs. Browns

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns showdown featured no shortage of tense moments. Including Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy sharing a vulgar moment.

Jamel Dean News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 1

Steelers' Jamel Dean Injured vs. Browns

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns battled in a Thursday Night Football contest, and it wasn't for the faint of heart. After the team began the game by forcing the Browns to go three and out, followed by a 17-play touchdown drive, the Steelers had the momentum early.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

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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.

Derrick Harmon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 1

Steelers DL Derrick Harmon Carted Off The Field With Foot Injury

Steelers DL Derrick Harmon was carted off the field with a foot injury, according to Adam Schefter. He’s officially listed as questionable to return. Harmon, 23, was a three-star recruit and the 117th-ranked defensive lineman in the 2021 recruiting class out of Detroit, Michigan.

Aaron Rodgers News / Athlon Sports / October 1

NFL to Announce Punishment Decision After Aaron Rodgers Incident

The Pittsburgh Steelers traveled to Cleveland in Week 4 to take on their AFC North rival Browns. Pittsburgh entered the matchup at 2-1 under 42-year-old veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

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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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Total Pro Sports / October 1

Le’Veon Bell Is Accusing The Steelers Front Office Of Racism

Le’Veon Bell has called out his former team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, following their decision to trade Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys. The former Steelers running back addressed the move Thursday on X, pointing to what he views as a larger issue involving the franchise’s treatment of players.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Steelers vs. Browns Week 4 Inactives: Who's In, Who's Out for 'Thursday Night Football'

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns have released their inactives ahead of the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff on “Thursday Night Football,” and the biggest question on Pittsburgh’s final injury report has been answered.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 1

Joey Porter Jr. has delusional take on playing without new deal

Joey Porter Jr. has delusional take on why he will play for Cowboys without new deal

After missing the first three games of the 2026 season as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a "back" injury, one that kept conveniently flaring up just before game day, Porter Jr. seems excited and ready to go following his trade to the Dallas Cowboys.

Cowboys playing dangerous game with Porter Jr. trade

Porter Jr. trade doesn't solve Cowboys' biggest defensive problem

Multiple NFL insiders believe big QB trades could be on the horizon

Jameis Winston reveals if he felt disrespected after J.J. McCarthy trade

John Harbaugh explains why Giants' reunion with Odell Beckham Jr. flopped

Doneiko Slaughter News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 1

Steelers Promote DB Doneiko Slaughter

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced they have signed DB Doneiko Slaughter from the practice squad to the active roster. The Steelers also elevated RB Lew Nichols to the active roster from the practice squad for Week 4 against the Browns.

Max Iheanachor News / Steeler Nation / October 1

Steelers Rookie Max Iheanachor Draws New All-Pro Comparison

The Pittsburgh Steelers sparked some hope in the fan base after the team was able to take down the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. The Steelers won the game by a score of 30-27, which was a bit of a shock as Pittsburgh had only scored 16 points on offense throughout the first two games of the season.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 1

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Gets Brilliant Endorsement After Answering Major Offensive Concern

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered Week 3 with an uncomfortable offensive question hanging over everything they were trying to build. A week earlier, the operation had looked overloaded, disjointed and incapable of consistently producing easy answers for its quarterback.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / October 1

J.J. Watt addresses possibility of Steelers trading T.J. Watt

The Steelers have already made one major move that has raised questions about their direction.

Steelers' cornerback targets after Joey Porter Jr. trade

Browns could trade Shedeur Sanders under these conditions

Bills' Josh Allen sends message to Drake Maye amid struggles, rumors

Former Patriots QB gives Maye advice for Bills game amid Mike Vrabel rumors

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Stadium Rant / October 1

Jaylen Warren Week 4 Fantasy Outlook: What Rico Dowdle’s Absence Changes

The Jaylen Warren Week 4 fantasy outlook really improved when the Pittsburgh Steelers officially ruled Rico Dowdle out for Thursday night’s game against the Cleveland Browns.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 30