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Steelers’ TJ Watt sends message after ‘smashing’ Colts’ run game

Pittsburgh Steelers star T.J. Watt knew exactly what won them the game. Minutes after a 27–20 win over the Indianapolis Colts, Watt laid out the blueprint that flipped the game: “It started with smashing the run first and foremost.

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Steelers predicted to solve wide receiver problem with trade for 499-yard playmaker

With the Pittsburgh Steelers once again looking for wide receiver help at the trade deadline, one analyst has predicted the team will pull off a trade for a speedy wide receiver who would be an instant upgrade for Arthur Smith's offense.

NFL News / ESPN / November 2

Steelers revive embattled defense by halting Colts

The Steelers revived their flagging defense on Sunday, halting a red-hot Colts offense and coming away with six takeaways in a 27-20 win.

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to average at least 230 passing yards-per-game for their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL quarterback rushing yard leaders' quiz

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Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Aaron Rodgers Sends Direct Message To Steelers' Offense: 'Play Better'

The Pittsburgh Steelers got a much-needed win in Week 9 at Acrisure Stadium against the Indianapolis Colts. This victory was massive, as the Colts were arguably the best team in the NFL at the time, with an offense that was red hot coming into the matchup.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Aaron Rodgers Quickly Slams Media For Creating False Narratives About Steelers Defense

However, on Sunday, the Steelers shocked many by forcing six turnovers against the red-hot Indianapolis Colts offense, helping Pittsburgh engineer a 27-20 victory.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Mike Tomlin Sends Steelers' Locker Room Strong Message After 2-Game Losing Streak

Just a week ago, it looked like the Pittsburgh Steelers had reached their lowest point of the season. A discouraging home loss to the Green Bay Packers on national television left fans frustrated and losing hope, but that narrative shifted on Sunday with a 27-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Rips Into Offensive Struggles After Beating Colts: 'Pretty Ugly'

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a tough test on Sunday as the team with the best record in the AFC came into Acrisure Stadium. The Indianapolis Colts arrived in the Steel City looking to move to 8-1 on the year, but the Steelers were able to hand the Colts their second loss of the season.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers Defender Extremely Critical Of Unit Despite Stellar Performance Against The Colts

The Pittsburgh Steelers faced a daunting test on Sunday as the team had to square off with the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium. The Colts have been one of the bigger surprises in the NFL during the 2025 season as the group came into the game as the hottest team in the league and the one-seed in the AFC.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Five Takeaways From Steelers Dominant Win Over Colts

The Indianapolis Colts and Pittsburgh Steelers were trending in complete opposite directions coming into their Week 9 matchup at Acrisure Stadium. Perhaps

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers' New Addition Receives Unexpected Praise From Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a big bounce-back game in Week 9. After dropping back-to-back games where the defense looked like the worst unit in the NFL, the group racked up six turnovers and defeated the Indianapolis Colts, who had sole possession of the best record in the league leading up to the contest.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Makes Telling Statement About Rookie Jack Sawyer After Big Week 9 Win

One of the biggest moments of the game came in the second half when rookie Jack Sawyer stepped up and made a play that completely shifted the momentum.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Steelers' defense dominates to knock off Colts

Jaylen Warren rushed for two touchdowns and T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith made huge defensive plays to help the Pittsburgh Steelers notch a 27-20 victory over the visiting Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon.

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

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The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Defense Takes Over to Beat NFL’s Best Colts

The Pittsburgh Steelers took down the Indianapolis Colts in an upset, defeating them 27-20 at home. In an interesting change for the team, the Steelers opted to receive the ball after winning the coin toss.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Steelers' huge win over the Colts comes with a loss they can't afford after key offensive starter reaggravates lingering injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers were on the verge of continuing a trend they wanted no part of on Sunday. Headed into the game against the Indianapolis Colts, Pittsburgh had lost two in a row and was one away from eight consecutive seasons with a three-game losing streak.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers OG Leaves Second Consecutive Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers put on an impressive offensive performance against the Indianapolis Colts. After a pair of losses brought their record to 4-3, their entire team looked rejuvenated and improved against the team with the best record in football.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / November 2

Steelers defense answers call from critics in win over Colts

Just when the noise about their recent struggles grew to a deafening level, the Pittsburgh Steelers defense stepped up.

Steelers' defense dominates to knock off Colts

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The 'Multiple 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / November 2

Colts have three turnovers, Steelers have 14-7 lead

The Colts had only four turnovers in their first eight games. They have three today. The Steelers have converted them into 14 points and lead by seven with 4:22 left in the half.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 2

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Encouraged After Young Wide Receiver's Week 8 Performance

The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a painful loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football, losing 35-25 in a game that appeared competitive initially, but became a disaster for the Steelers in the second half after the team as a whole collapsed.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Talk / November 2

Darius Slay injures hand but returns

Linebacker Alex Highsmith left the field gimpy after the second play, with Nick Herbig replacing him. The Steelers did not give an injury update on Highsmith, but he has returned with his ankle taped.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers CB Leaves Colts Game After Painful Injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers' secondary, which came into Week 9 with a long list of injuries, saw another key member of the group go down during the first quarter of their matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Rex Ryan unloads on the Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had one of the worst defenses in football as the halfway point in the 2025 season approaches, and Rex Ryan provided them with some bulletin-board material ahead of their game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Jalen Ramsey News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 2

Steelers Change Jalen Ramsey's Position Within Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers are switching things up in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts. With a large list of injuries at the safety position, the team has decided to move one of their key pieces, exclusively, to one part of the field in an effort to help the group.

Aaron Rodgers News / Gridiron Heroics / November 2

'Major Upgrade': Potential Trade Target Gives Aaron Rodgers Another Weapon

The Pittsburgh Steelers are linked to several deadline targets and one name has emerged as a potential game‑changer for an Aaron Rodgers‑led offense. The consensus among analysts is that adding a reliable, intermediate receiver would give Rodgers a security valve and diversify a passing attack too often dependent on one explosive threat.