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Steelers Ideal Trade Partner for Alex Highsmith Already Clear

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers don’t want to move on from any of their top defenders, but if they have to, they already have the perfect trade partner for outside linebacker Alex Highsmith.

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5 Free Agents Steelers Can Realistically Sign This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have to make good use of the free agency period, and there are five realistic targets this offseason. With the eighth-most salary cap space, according to OverTheCap, the Steelers can upgrade multiple positions when the 2026 league year commences.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / February 9

Steelers Mock Draft: Three Franchise Pieces, Two Early Trades

Let the offseason officially begin. The Super Bowl is behind us, the new year is here, and the Pittsburgh Steelers have their sights on the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Steelers' former RB Najee Harris' telling comments about Mike Tomlin prove his decision to step down was years in the making

The prevailing sentiment among Pittsburgh Steelers fans was shock, dismay, and utter disbelief when Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach. Just this past

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The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz

How many of the head coaches can you name from each Super Bowl since Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000?

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NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / February 8

Former Steelers WR Wins Super Bowl With Seahawks

The Pittsburgh Steelers hold one of the more interesting streaks in the NFL, as they continue to find themselves having former players take home the Lombardi Trophy by becoming Super Bowl champions.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8

Aaron Rodgers’ Return To Steelers Gaining Momentum

With former Packers head coach Mike McCarthy finding his way to Pittsburgh (after a five-year layover in Dallas), there’s been speculation that former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who found his way to Pittsburgh a year earlier, could have a new motivation to return to the team in 2026.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / February 8

Steelers Lose QB Option From 49ers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have options for who they need at quarterback next season, but one player will surely not join them in 2026. San Francisco

NFL News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Steelers officially have legitimate competition for Rodgers' services

Steelers officially have legitimate competition for Aaron Rodgers' services in 2026

There's one team that could stand in the Steelers' way.

Steelers get a major update on who their 2026 QB could be

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Former Steelers Receiver Absolutely Wants To Play With Aaron Rodgers: 'I Might Come Out Of Retirement.'

The Pittsburgh Steelers had an intriguing wide receiver room in 2025. After trading for DK Metcalf, the team leaned on various other options for production outside of Metcalf; though, results were largely disappointing.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 8

All 3 Top NFL Draft Experts Now Link Steelers To Offensive Pre-Combine Darling In Round 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a transition phase, as 62-year-old head coach Mike McCarthy is just the fourth head coach the franchise has had since 1969.

Adam Schefter News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Schefter: Steelers Could Pull Off Massive Trade For Starting Quarterback

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the 2026 offseason once again facing uncertainty at the quarterback position. A 42-year old Aaron Rodgers delivered a strong performance in 2025, and Pittsburgh has clear interest in bringing him back for what would be his 22nd NFL season.

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Aaron Rodgers News / Yardbarker / February 9

Steelers get a major update on who their 2026 QB could be

After hiring Mike McCarthy to take the place of longtime head coach Mike Tomlin, the Steelers still have to find a quarterback to play for their new leader.

Steelers have legitimate competition for Aaron Rodgers' services in 2026

Aaron Jones shares advice for Rodgers amid rumors

Mike McCarthy already making unprecedented change to Steelers

Derek Carr could attempt a comeback to the NFL

How Eli Manning, Ben Roethlisberger compare ahead of next HOF cycle

Rodney Harrison confronts Tony Dungy over Bill Belichick HOF exclusion

Cameron Heyward News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Cam Heyward Indicates His Great Steelers Career Could Be Over In Cryptic Statement

Pittsburgh Steelers fans need to prepare for a ton of change within the organization. That change began immediately after the 2025 season came to a close as former Head Coach Mike Tomlin stepped down from the role after 19 seasons.

Aaron Rodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8

Aaron Rodgers’ chances of returning to Steelers have been revealed

Signs are pointing toward Aaron Rodgers playing another season for the Pittsburgh Steelers after all. According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, “the odds are increasing” that Rodgers will return for another season in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Dick LeBeau Explains Why Steelers Fans Are Absolutely Wrong About Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking like a much different organization now that Mike Tomlin is no longer the head coach. After nearly two decades of continuity, Pittsburgh has turned the page and handed the keys to 62-year-old Mike McCarthy, who arrives with one clear mission, ending the franchise’s long and frustrating playoff drought.

Aaron Rodgers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

‘Odds Increasing’ Aaron Rodgers Returns To Steelers?

According to Tom Pelissero, the odds may be increasing that QB Aaron Rodgers returns for another season with the Steelers. Pelissero explains Rodgers has had several conversations with new Steelers HC Mike McCarthy, someone he obviously is already very familiar with.