Pittsburgh Steelers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cameron Heyward News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Steelers' Cameron Heyward Sees A Warning Sign Hiding Inside New England's 0-1 Start

The Pittsburgh Steelers are walking into the sort of Week 2 matchup that can become dangerous for exactly one reason: the record looks more comforting than the film.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Steelers Injury Round Up: Thursday Injury Report Week 2 at Patriots

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for their first road game of the 2026 season as they head to Foxborough to face the New England Patriots in Week 2.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Steelers’ Patrick Queen doesn’t know why Joey Porter Jr. is out, but he’s on his side

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr.’s status remains uncertain after he left practice early on Thursday with a team trainer. Porter was seen taking part in the team stretch during the portion of practice open to the media.

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The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?

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Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Joey Porter Jr Holds The Key To A Steelers Trade They Want To Avoid

The Pittsburgh Steelers may still see a way forward with Joey Porter Jr., even as questions about his future continue to pile up. Ray Fittipaldo's assessment suggests the organization would prefer to preserve the relationship and get its cornerback playing again.

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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.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Steelers’ Michael Pittman Jr. injury update will catch fantasy football managers’ attention

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to have brought Mike McCarthy’s flaws with him. And Aaron Rodgers is trying to convince folks the offense is OK. But there’s concern.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Steelers Rookie Germie Bernard Has An Aaron Rodgers Problem That Is Not Looking Good

The Pittsburgh Steelers haven't exactly gotten the wide receiver position right throughout the last several years. This has especially been the case when it comes to the NFL Draft.

DK Metcalf News / Steeler Nation / September 17

'I Don't Dwell': Steelers' DK Metcalf Gives Honest Answer With Pressure Building After Costly Week 1 Mistakes

The Pittsburgh Steelers built their 2026 passing game with very little mystery about who should command attention. Their biggest receiver was supposed to stretch coverage, punish isolated corners and make difficult throws feel worth attempting.

T.J. Watt News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Steelers Fans Get Excellent News From TJ Watt As A Dominant Season Is On The Horizon

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to get a win to open up the 2026 season as the team took down the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. The game was closer than it probably should have been as Pittsburgh won the contest by a score of just 20-13.

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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.

Darnell Washington News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Steelers' Troubling Situation With Darnell Washington Has A Clear Answer Among Other Injury Notes

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have gotten a win in Week 1, but they didn't escape the game with a clean bill of health. Left tackle Troy Fautanu only missed a couple of plays with an ankle injury, but that has clearly been bothering him.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 17

NFL Analyst Brian Baldinger Detailed Text Message To Steelers' Andy Weidl: 'They Got A Chance'

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to grab a win in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season as the team took down the Atlanta Falcons by a score of 20-13. It was kind of a disappointing debut from the offense that is being run by Mike McCarthy, but the ground had some opportunities that it should be able to capitalize on moving forward.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Rhamondre Ready to Make Amends vs. Steelers after Two Huge Fumbles When They Last Met

When the 2026 National Football League schedule broke in the spring, Rhamondre Stevenson had to have this Sunday’s game with the Pittsburgh Steelers circled.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 17

Steelers Get Good and Bad Injury News as Patriots Game Nears

As the Pittsburgh Steelers continue preparing for the New England Patriots, the injury bug is presenting an early season challenge to overcome. The Steelers initially believed they escaped Week 1 of the regular season unscathed, but during their Week 2 practice schedule, it's become apparent that is not the case.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Steelers' Bizarre Week 1 Disaster Had A Surprising Hero Behind The Chaos

The Pittsburgh Steelers escaped Week 1 with a victory and enough teaching tape to occupy the coaching staff for several days. Most mistakes can be diagnosed conventionally: a missed block, a bad read or somebody arriving late to an assignment.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 17

McCarthy sends message to Max Iheanachor with Troy Fautanu's status

Steelers' Mike McCarthy sends a direct message to Max Iheanachor with Troy Fautanu's latest status

Iheanachor getting more work with the first group is bad news for Cook, who has to fight for his spot every single week.

Report reveals why Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. are at an impasse amid contract standoff

Saga involving Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. takes new twist ahead of Patriots game

Dan Campbell addresses Lions blockbuster trade speculation after massive cap move

Commanders linked to blockbuster trade for $70 million star

The 'Most NFL games coached' quiz

Aaron Rodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 17

'I Don’t Care About Any of That': Aaron Rodgers Shuts Down Reporter After Steelers’ QB Questioned Over Target List

Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers opened the 2026 season with a win, but the veteran quarterback had zero interest in talking about one particular stat: Wide receiver Roman Wilson was targeted just six times in the game, while DK Metcalf received 10.

LSU Tigers News / Viral Sports News / September 17

Steelers Linked to Massive Swing on Dynamic Young QB

Todd McShay has the Pittsburgh Steelers selecting LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt with the No. 13 overall pick in his latest 2027 NFL mock draft, arguing the team may still need a long-term starter one year after drafting Drew Allar.

Mason Rudolph News / Steeler Nation / September 17

'Still Here': Steelers' Mason Rudolph Plans To Stay In Pittsburgh For 2027 And Beyond

The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the teams in the NFL that don't have a super concrete plan at the quarterback position for the future. Aaron Rodgers is obviously the starter once again in 2026, but he has already announced that he will be done playing football once the season comes to a close.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 17

Joey Porter Jr. saga takes new twist ahead of Patriots game

Saga involving Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. takes new twist ahead of Patriots game

Did Porter Jr. just up the ante in his standoff with the Steelers?

Rams' Sean McVay gives update on Aaron Donald's 2026 debut

Cowboys DC reacts to viral Jaishawn Barham clip from loss to Giants

Maxx Crosby opens up about Raiders managing his snaps amid trade rumors

Travis Kelce makes big admission about viral moment on Patrick Mahomes TD

Mike Macdonald makes surprise admission about start of Seahawks tenure

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 17

Joey Porter Jr's Surprising Practice Exit Leaves Steelers With A New Question

The Pittsburgh Steelers have another development to sort through in the ongoing Joey Porter Jr. situation. Mike DeFabo reported that the cornerback left practice with a member of the team's medical staff during the period open to reporters.