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Highly anticipated Steelers wide receiver among the biggest losers of the 2026 NFL draft following Pittsburgh’s Round 2 selection

Many view the NFL Draft as finality for a season. Sure, the Super Bowl was months ago, but from the time the ball leaves the kickoff specialist’s foot for the first time in September, through the draft in April, there is a fairly steady flow of news and events.

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Todd McShay has bad news for Steelers fans excited about Drew Allar

The Pittsburgh Steelers made one of the more interesting selections of the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft when they grabbed Penn State quarterback Drew Allar.

Steelers' Mike McCarthy explains Drew Allar, Will Howard plan amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

Mike Tomlin makes Aaron Rodgers prediction, discusses departure from Steelers

WR Germie Bernard will provide Steelers exactly what they need

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / April 27

3 lingering questions that the Pittsburgh Steelers are still unable to answer following the 2026 NFL Draft

Just because the 2026 NFL Draft is over doesn’t mean that the Pittsburgh Steelers roster is set. Think back to this time last year, when the Steelers traded George Pickens, then just a few weeks later, traded Minkah Fitzpatrick for Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith.

Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker / April 27

Mike Tomlin opens up about joining NBC as an analyst after leaving Steelers

Tomlin served as Steelers head coach from 2007 through this past regular season.

Mike Tomlin makes Aaron Rodgers prediction, discusses departure from Steelers

Steelers send clear Aaron Rodgers message with Drew Allar selection

WR Germie Bernard will provide Steelers exactly what they need

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

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The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in eight minutes?

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Mike McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Steelers’ biggest risk in the 2026 NFL Draft will also be their best reward if Mike McCarthy is the HC Pittsburgh thinks he is

When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Max Iheanachor in round one, the reaction was that of vitriol, confusion, and, honestly, disappointment. In reality however, the contrast between the fan reaction to the 21st pick and the 76th pick doesn’t make a lot of sense. The first rounder carries more weight, no doubt.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Steelers’ most underrated 2026 NFL Draft pick: Pittsburgh just found its replacement for running back Kenny Gainwell

While it would be rich to say that the Steelers saved their best pick for last in the 2026 NFL Draft, when analyzing the entirety of the 10-player class

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / April 27

Steelers' McCarthy explains Allar, Howard plan amid Rodgers uncertainty

Steelers' Mike McCarthy explains Drew Allar, Will Howard plan amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

The Steelers raised eyebrows when they made Penn State signal-caller Drew Allar a third-round pick during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Steelers send clear Aaron Rodgers message with Drew Allar selection

Mike Tomlin makes Aaron Rodgers prediction, discusses departure from Steelers

Mike Tomlin opens up about joining NBC as an analyst after leaving Steelers

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Overreactions to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 NFL Draft Class: Will Howard’s future, Omar Khan without Mike Tomlin, and more

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a 2026 NFL Draft that was, well, perplexing to put it nicely. There are a lot of ways to skin a cat when it comes to the draft

Mike Tomlin News / Field Level Media / April 27

Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says timing right for new leadership

Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said the timing was right for both him and the organization when he stepped down after 19 seasons without a losing record.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Steelers’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

The Pittsburgh Steelers just behaved like a franchise refusing to drift into mediocrity. During the 2026 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh made its intentions crystal clear early.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Steelers To Re-Sign DT Dean Lowry

The Steelers are re-signing veteran defensive tackle Dean Lowry, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Lowry, 31, spent the last two years in Pittsburgh, but did not play in 2025 due to a torn ACL suffered in training camp.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27

Mike Tomlin makes ‘gun to my head’ prediction about Aaron Rodgers’ future

Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin doesn’t think Aaron Rodgers is going anywhere. The Steelers’ quarterback plans for next season remained in limbo before the NFL draft, and not much has changed since.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / 5 GOATs / April 26

Mike Tomlin addresses decision to leave Steelers, join NBC’s Football Night in America

Mike Tomlin will not be an NFL head coach this fall, but he will be close to the game as a member of NBC’s Football Night in America. While appearing on NBC’s NBA Showtime, Tomlin explained to Maria Taylor why he left the Pittsburgh Steelers and joined the NBC Sports team.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 26

Mike Tomlin Gives Steelers Fans Strong Indication On Aaron Rodgers Choice For 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers saw a leadership change after the 2025 season ended with a 24-point home playoff loss to the Houston Texans. Mike Tomlin revealed he was stepping away after 19 seasons at the helm.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 26

Mike Tomlin finally reveals the truth about leaving the Steelers

He addressed the truth behind his decision to step away after the 2025 season, offering long-awaited insight into one of the most significant transitions in recent Steelers history.

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Steelers send clear Aaron Rodgers message with Drew Allar selection

WR Germie Bernard will provide Steelers exactly what they need

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / April 27

Tomlin makes Rodgers prediction, discusses departure from Steelers

Mike Tomlin makes Aaron Rodgers prediction, discusses departure from Steelers

In what amounted to his first major comments since resigning from the Steelers, Tomlin made a prediction for what quarterback Aaron Rodgers is going to do this season and discussed why he stepped away from the team.

Steelers GM clears the air on Makai Lemon draft blunder

Steelers could get in trouble for Lemon phone call

WR Germie Bernard will provide Steelers exactly what they need

Browns reveal plan for Dillon Gabriel after drafting another QB

Rams may still add another QB

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 26

Report: Steelers Re-Signing Veteran After Offensive-Focused NFL Draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers just completed the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, making some selections to help round out the roster. Now the team has its sights set on offseason activities and will look to find success under new head coach Mike McCarthy.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / April 26

Jason Kelce Delivers Exciting Message About Steelers' New Draft Pick

The Pittsburgh Steelers' latest NFL Draft class is officially set, with the organization making 10 selections. Though the first round may not have gone as planned, they still ended up with a solid player in Max Iheanachor, who fills a position of need.

Dean Lowry News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Steelers Re-Signing DL Dean Lowry

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Steelers are re-signing veteran DL Dean Lowry to an undisclosed contract. Lowry, unfortunately, suffered a torn ACL during training camp last year and missed the entire 2025 season. Lowry, 31, is a former fourth-round pick of the Packers back in 2016.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 26