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PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers continued their disappointing trend to begin the 2026 season, dropping their third straight on the road to start their first campaign under a new head coach.

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Steelers’ win over the Buccaneers can’t distract them from making a trade that suddenly looks very likely after Sunday

The Pittsburgh Steelers handled business in Tampa Bay and are headed to Paris with a share of the AFC North lead. The wide receiver room they are taking with them is a whole other conversation.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 19

Steelers WR Search Heating Up: What It Means

The Pittsburgh Steelers are well aware of the wide receiver issue plaguing their offense right now. With Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson both on the Injured Reserve, the offense has just two reliable targets for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Steelers’ win comes with a loss where they can least afford it as key starter works his way back from the injured reserve

The Pittsburgh Steelers left Tampa Bay with a huge win and a growing injury list. One name on that list matters more than the rest, and it puts the spotlight on a veteran’s long-awaited return.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers bashes Buccaneers’ home field for safety concerns

Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers were able to leave Raymond James Stadium on Sunday with a 26-19 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, despite securing the comeback win, the Steelers quarterback expressed considerable frustration after the game over the condition of Tampa Bay’s home-field surface.

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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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The Spun / October 18

Aaron Rodgers' Brother Shares Rare Family Photo

Aaron Rodgers has had a bit of a rift with his family over the years, but all appears to be well in 2026. Earlier this year, Rodgers shared photos on Instagram of himself with his father, Ed Rodgers, and his mother, Darla Rodgers, and brother Luke Rodgers.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Makes Definitive Statement After Buccaneers Win

The Pittsburgh Steelers pulled off a comeback win in overtime against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6, as they came back from being down 16-3 to win 26-19.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Mike McCarthy Sends Strong Message To Steelers Fan Base Following Week 6 WIn

The Pittsburgh Steelers had given their traveling supporters very little to celebrate for most of Sunday afternoon. Three quarters produced three points, the offense kept surrendering possessions, and a 13-point deficit in Florida felt a lot heavier than the number suggested.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Germie Bernard Hears Legitimate Praise From Steelers' Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers managed to secure the win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6 despite going down early. There were a lot of issues offensively, but it looked like a lot of it got fixed once the fourth quarter started.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / TWSN / October 18

Pittsburgh Steelers Reach 4-2 With a Comeback That Defies Their First Three Quarters

The Pittsburgh Steelers couldn’t get anything going for three quarters of football. They found themselves trailing the Buccaneers 16-3 entering the fourth quarter.

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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 / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 18

5 Winners, 3 Losers From Steelers Comeback Win Over Bucs

The Pittsburgh Steelers looked out of sync for most of their Week 6 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Then the fourth quarter happened. Down 13 points with just under 14 minutes left in the game, the Steelers fought their way back into it and even took a 19-16 lead with 1:21 left before Tampa Bay sent it into overtime.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Aaron Rodgers Rips Into Steelers Rookie Germie Bernard Despite Another Great Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to escape Florida with a narrow win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6 of the 2026 season. The team won the game by a score of 26-19, but the collective was trailing 16-3 entering the fourth quarter.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 18

4 Painful Takeaways From Bucs' 26-19 Overtime Loss to Steelers

Tampa Bay played three quarters of the kind of football Todd Bowles wants. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers led the Pittsburgh Steelers 16-3 heading into the fourth quarter Sunday, with Jalon Daniels managing the game and the defense keeping Aaron Rodgers out of the end zone.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Is Not Happy With 1 Detail Surrounding DK Metcalf

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent three quarters in Florida making their eventual victory look wildly unlikely. Five three-and-outs, three points and a 13-point deficit are not exactly the ingredients of a memorable road win, especially with an offense already short on healthy receivers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Top Initial Steelers Grades From Week 6 Win Over Buccaneers

The Pittsburgh Steelers battled through a thriller in Tampa Bay, defeating the Buccaneers 26-19 in overtime. It certainly wasn’t pretty, but Pittsburgh secured its first road win under head coach Mike McCarthy.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 18

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Throws Shade At Official After Controversial Decision

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to comeback and win a tough game over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season. The game was ugly for the Steelers for the most part as the offense and defense both struggled throughout the majority of the contest.

Aaron Rodgers News / Field Level Media / October 18

Aaron Rodgers delivers another comeback as Steelers beat Bucs in OT

Aaron Rodgers threw touchdown passes in the fourth quarter and overtime and Chris Boswell made four field goals to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 26-19 comeback win in overtime over the host Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Steelers’ Good, Not-So-Good From Week 6 Win over Buccaneers

The Pittsburgh Steelers came away with a win in Tampa Bay, beating the Buccaneers 26-19 in an overtime thriller. It wasn’t pretty or perfect, but the Steelers got the job done and improved their record.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / October 18

Steelers' McCarthy seen entering medical tent during Buccaneers game

Steelers HC Mike McCarthy seen entering medical tent during Buccaneers game

Pittsburgh faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, and a key story from the game didn't have to do with the play on the field.

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Pat Freiermuth News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 18

Steelers Get Good News on Pat Freiermuth for Bucs Game

One of the Pittsburgh Steelers' top weapons in the passing game is expected to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6. Despite being deemed questionable in what was a late entry to the injury report with a calf injury, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport has reported that the Steelers are optimistic tight end Pat Freiermuth will suit up vs.