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Steelers’ Trade Pursuit Takes Explosive Turn With New Report

The Pittsburgh Steelers have given their fans plenty of reasons to keep refreshing their phones as Tuesday’s trade deadline approaches. Much of the conversation has centered on whether or not General Manager Omar Khan will find another weapon for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

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NFL pulls the Pittsburgh Steelers out of prime viewing slot in upcoming game due to no fault of their own

Steelers are 6-2 and atop the AFC North, yet the league just decided one of their upcoming games doesn’t deserve a premium window. Just when it looked like the Pittsburgh Steelers wouldn’t play another 1 p.m.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 9

Steelers vs. Eagles Game Moved to New Time

The Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 11 game against the Philadelphia Eagles has been flexed. Originally scheduled to kick off at 4:25 p.m. EST from Lincoln Financial Field, the NFL has now moved the start time of the contest up to 1:00 p.m.

Chris Boswell News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Need To Replace Chris Boswell On Kickoffs In Unique Move To Fix Coverage Unit

The Pittsburgh Steelers are doing well after the first half of the 2026 season, and the team is coming off of its bye week. Bye weeks are important as all of the players get a chance to get away from the game and get a little bit healthier, but the coaching staff also does a bit of self scouting.

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The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rush for at least 25 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '2 passing & rushing TD games' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

The '400-yard, 5-TD NFL games' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Should Utilize Interesting Strategy As 2026 Season Starts To Wind Down

The Pittsburgh Steelers exited their bye week at 6-2, but still with a ton of work that needs to be done. Even with injuries piling up around the league, the final nine games to end the season are not exactly easy.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Advised To Get Reckless As Critical Second Half Of 2026 Season Begins

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the rest of the NFL are a bit on edge right now with the league's trade deadline just over 24 hours away. The Steelers are preparing for a big game within the division as the team will travel to take on the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday Night Football in Week 10.

Josh Downs News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 9

Josh Downs Performance Should End Steelers Trade Thoughts

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in hot pursuit of a wide receiver to upgrade their offense. The 2026 NFL Trade Deadline is rapidly approaching, leaving general manager Omar Khan a brief window to bring a true offensive weapon to Pittsburgh.

Patrick Queen News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Critic Of Steelers' Patrick Queen Gets Honest About Old Comments

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent the past two weeks watching one of their most criticized defenders make a pretty convincing case for forgiveness. He's playing faster, hitting harder and getting to the quarterback.

Mike McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Mike McCarthy’s Post-Bye Record Bodes Well for Steelers Against Bengals

Under former head coach Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers thrived coming out of the bye week, going 15-4 from 2007 to 2025. Tomlin is no longer coaching, so head coach Mike McCarthy will need to pick up where he left off.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Facing 'Massive Test' That Could Define Their 2026 Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers have put together four straight wins, repaired an expensive defense and reached their bye at 6-2. That should be enough to quiet the familiar "same old Steelers" complaints for at least a weekend.

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Can you name the top 15 receivers in Minnesota Vikings history?

The Minnesota Vikings boast some of the most prolific offenses in NFL history. How many of the franchise's top 15 all-time receivers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Season TD-catch leaders by team' quiz

The '500-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

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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 / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Likely Out On WR Trade Target After Potential Legal Issues Surface

The Pittsburgh Steelers have now finished their bye week, and the team will now be preparing for a big in-division battle against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 10.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / November 9

Steelers Bye Week Winners as AFC North Rivals Stumble

The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t take the field this weekend, but that doesn’t mean their Week 9 bye was uneventful. With the rest of the AFC North in action, Pittsburgh had an opportunity to gain some ground in the division standings without playing a single snap.

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The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

NFL News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Former Steelers RB Johnson has direct message for Aaron Rodgers

Former Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson has direct message for Aaron Rodgers: 'I like Jordan better'

Johnson was supposed to become an important part of Pittsburgh's future when the Steelers selected him in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Instead, his rookie season never gained traction.

NFL Week 9 lowlights: Patriots crushed, another end-of-game Commanders debacle and Cleveland's running back regret

NFL Week 9 winners, losers: Myles Garrett dominates in return; Packers send message

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Calvin Ridley News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 9

Calvin Ridley Incident Could Complicate Steelers Trade Interest

The Pittsburgh Steelers have just over 24 hours before the 2026 NFL trade deadline passes them by. The organization has multiple needs they will hopefully address before the deadline expires, but none feel more pressing than adding a wide receiver.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Patrick Graham Gets the Credit for the Steelers Defense, but One Assistant Deserves Just as Much

The Pittsburgh Steelers are seeing a resurgence from their defense so far this season. They rank in the top five in scoring and yards allowed and are thriving in advanced analytics.

Omar Khan News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers' Omar Khan Loses Out On Pro Bowl Safety After Huge Jaguars Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers have watched another AFC team make a significant investment in its defense. General Manager Omar Khan has several ways he could improve the roster before Tuesday’s trade deadline, but finding the right player at the right price presents a challenge.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 9

Steelers Trading For Josh Downs Faces 1 Massive Mike McCarthy Hurdle

The Pittsburgh Steelers have heard plenty of suggestions about how to improve their passing attack before the trade deadline. Adding another wide receiver sounds simple enough, especially when a potential target wants a change of scenery.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 9

Is Steelers Success Hurting Mike Tomlin’s Legacy?

The Pittsburgh Steelers have settled in under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy after some rough moments during the first few weeks of the season and have rode a four-game win streak into their Week 9 bye, leading to a 6-2 record and sole possession of first place in the AFC North.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 9

NFL hits Steelers starter where it hurts on his week off following a controversial penalty in recent win against the Browns

Jaquan Brisker didn’t hold back after his hit on Deshaun Watson drew a flag. Now the NFL has handed down its punishment during the Pittsburgh Steelers’ bye week, and the number is a big one.

Mike Tomlin News / HITC / November 9

‘Bring your popcorn’- Mike Tomlin makes bold prediction for Steelers-Bengals clash

Mike Tomlin is expecting a blockbuster AFC North showdown between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, backing both teams to deliver an entertaining contest with the division lead at stake.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 8

3 Bold Predictions for Steelers' Second Half

PITTSBURGH — After an earned bye week, the Pittsburgh Steelers begin the second half of their season with an AFC North showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / November 8

3 Steelers Who Could Be Traded Before the NFL Trade Deadline

The Pittsburgh Steelers are on their bye week, and the NFL trade deadline is only a few days away. It’s no secret Pittsburgh is keeping tabs on the market in case a wide receiver becomes available at a bargain.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / November 8

DK Metcalf's Drops Have Become a Problem for Mike McCarthy's 6-2 Steelers

Mike McCarthy took the Pittsburgh Steelers into their bye week at 6-2 after a 27-6 win over the Browns, alone atop the AFC North. The run game is humming and the home crowd at Acrisure Stadium has yet to see a loss, but DK Metcalf is still giving McCarthy headaches.