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Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Grading the signing: Steelers just found an insurance policy for Cam Heyward in the second wave of 2026 NFL free agency

The Pittsburgh Steelers formally introduced their 2026 free agency class on Friday, as Michael Pittman, Rico Dowdle, and Jamel Dean said hello to the media and held up black and gold jerseys for the first time.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Steelers sign ex-Rams Super Bowl champion in free agency

Mike McCarthy is not the only new addition in Pittsburgh who has some hardware. The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing veteran defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day to a two-year, $11 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Friday.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 13

Steelers Add Super Bowl Champion To Their Defensive Line After Exciting Move

The Pittsburgh Steelers are continuing to reshape the trenches this offseason, agreeing to terms with former Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day on a two-year deal worth $11 million according to NFL insider Adam Schefter.

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NFL News / NHANFL / March 13

Steelers Free Agency Blitz Flips 2026 NFL Draft Script

PITTSBURGH — General Manager Omar Khan did not wait for April to fix his roster. The Pittsburgh Steelers completely overhauled their perimeter attack this week, executing a blockbuster trade for Indianapolis Colts star wideout Michael Pittman Jr.

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

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / March 13

Steelers Sign Former Titans DT Sebastian Joseph-Day

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made yet another splash on the free agent market. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Steelers have signed defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day to a two-year deal worth $11 million, $6 million of which is guaranteed.

Rico Dowdle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Former Panthers RB Rico Dowdle claps back at ‘attitude issue’ claim after Steelers signing

The Carolina Panthers and Rico Dowdle decided to part ways in NFL free agency. Dowdle burst onto the scene with the Panthers last season after Chuba Hubbard suffered an injury and opened a door for Dowdle.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / 5 GOATs / March 13

Report: Pittsburgh Steelers sign free agent DL Sebastian Joseph-Day

The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing free agent defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day to a two-year, $11 million deal, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Joseph-Day played the past two seasons for the Tennessee Titans.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13

Steelers To Sign DL Sebastian Joseph-Day

The Steelers are adding Sebastian Joseph-Day to their defensive line, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Joseph-Day has landed a two-year, $11MM contract.

Rico Dowdle News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / March 13

Rico Dowdle's Steelers Jersey Number Revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers have revealed what jersey number Rico Dowdle will wear during the 2026 campaign. According to a post the Steelers made on X, as well as one Dowdle himself put out on the platform, the running back will don No.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 13

New Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr Sends A Clear Message About Aaron Rodgers

Pittman was introduced to the team on Friday after touching down in the Steel City, where he met with local media and began getting acquainted with his new organization.

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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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 13

Steelers Insider Completely Shuts Down 1 Potential Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers are having one of the most exciting offseasons fans have seen in a long time. In the first week of free agency, they've already made a ton of big moves, bringing in the likes of Michael Pittman Jr., Jamel Dean, Rico Dowdle, and most recently, Jaquan Brisker.

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Mike Tomlin News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Mike Tomlin offers his first comments about leaving Steelers

Mike Tomlin has spoken publicly for the first time since deciding to step down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tomlin was honored on Thursday at The Ireland Funds Pittsburgh Gala, and gave a brief speech to the audience.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / Steeler Nation / March 13

Michael Pittman Jr Is 'Pretty Sure' Steelers Are Now Eyeing Another Wide Receiver

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a splash on the first day of the legal tampering period as the organization traded for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. The deal was made with the Indianapolis Colts for just a late-round pick swap as the Colts were essentially just looking to dump his salary.

Rico Dowdle News / Steeler Nation / March 13

Steelers' Rico Dowdle Calls Out Panthers Coaches After Revealing Reason For Late-Season Struggles

The Pittsburgh Steelers watched as their 2025 team MVP, Kenneth Gainwell, walked in free agency to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In response, Steelers General Manager Omar Khan and new head coach Mike McCarthy acted quickly, securing a deal to bring Rico Dowdle to the Steel City on a two-year, $12.25 million contract.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 13

Steelers’ New Running Back Tandem Has Been In Contact Long Before Joining Forces

The Pittsburgh Steelers are likely always going to be a ground and pound football team, which means the running game is going to be important. This is especially true under the offensive leadership of Head Coach Mike McCarthy, who has always focused on establishing his offense through the running game.

Jamel Dean News / Field Level Media / March 13

CB Jamel Dean signs 3-year deal with Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed cornerback Jamel Dean to a three-year contract on Friday. The team did not announce the terms, but Spotrac reported it is worth $36.75 million with $12 million guaranteed.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / March 13

Steelers locking down backfield with addition of Brisker

The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms with free-agent safety Jaquan Brisker on a one-year, $5.5 million contract, adding a hard-hitting Pittsburgh native to a defensive backfield already strengthened by multiple free-agent signings that signal a clear commitment to locking down the secondary.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 13

Only way Steelers could pivot from Aaron Rodgers to Kirk Cousins

Steelers reportedly will pivot from Aaron Rodgers to Kirk Cousins only in this scenario

Rodgers reportedly could let the Steelers know whether or not he will return to the team for another season "at some point before the draft" and maybe before the "end of this month." Meanwhile, Cousins may be willing to wait "through the offseason for some team's situation to change in his favor."

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Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker / March 13

Mike Tomlin makes first public comments since Steelers exit

Mike Tomlin makes first public comments since stepping down as Steelers head coach

Mike Tomlin shocked the NFL world back in January when he stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers following 19 years on the team's sidelines.

Steelers make huge splash by adding former Bears safety

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Former Eagles Super Bowl champion retires at age 27

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