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It shouldn't have come as a surprise when the Pittsburgh Steelers extended promising pass rusher Nick Herbig. Despite not operating as a full-time starter throughout the course of his career, he has proven time and time again that he has a knack for creating the splash play.

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Steelers pushed to part ways with $68 million starter in surprise move

The Pittsburgh Steelers are back with quarterback Aaron Rodgers for the 2026 season, and that's all fine and dandy, but what about the rest of the team's roster?

The 'Season rushing-TD leaders by team' quiz

Drew Allar News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers Fans Get Big Update On Drew Allar's Potential Hold Out

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the bold move of adding yet another quarterback to the roster when they selected Penn State University gunslinger Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Aaron Rodgers News / 5 GOATs / July 14

ESPN analyst Ryan Clark raises doubts about Steelers’ ceiling with 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers

The major news of the offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers was the return of quarterback Aaron Rodgers for another season. At 42 years old, Rodgers is taking his career to the limit.

John Riggins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Season rushing-TD leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to hold an NFL franchise single-season record for rushing touchdowns can you name in five minutes?

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Troy Fautanu News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers’ Troy Fautanu Pick Has Quickly Turned Into A Home Run Decision

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a big effort to revitalize their offensive line through the NFL Draft over the past few seasons. After multiple Steelers legends retired or went elsewhere, the once surefire part of the team became a weakness.

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Four Steelers Who Made PFN Top-100, One Who was Massively Snubbed

The NFL’s Top 100 list always generates plenty of buzz among football fans. It often features several players from the defending Super Bowl champions, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are routinely well represented.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers Gain New Interesting Path To Solving Their QB Situation

The Pittsburgh Steelers approach the 2026 season with a unique conundrum at the quarterback position. After a year with Aaron Rodgers under center for

NFL News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers Legend James Harrison Exposed Patriots' Cheating Rumors Once Again

The Pittsburgh Steelers have always had a deep rivalry with the New England Patriots. Despite not being in the same division, the history of big games against each other has built up a hatred between the respective fan bases.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers Fans Might Remain Frustrated Throughout July With New Discouraging Update

While the Pittsburgh Steelers are enjoying their time off, some of the fan base is getting extremely frustrated with the team. This is usually the quiet time of the year, but it has been even more silent than most other years.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Steelers Insider Compares Germie Bernard to a Favorite Target of Aaron Rodgers

The NFL is a league built on comparisons, especially when rookies enter through the NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers have several rookies who drew comparisons leading up to the draft, and those evaluations have continued as the coaching staff looks for ways to maximize each player's strengths.

Gennings Dunker News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' Gennings Dunker Definitely Has 1 Raw Flaw Threatening His Fast Track

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a young offensive lineman who is easy to like, but insider Nick Farabaugh is not ready to hand Gennings Dunker a starting job yet.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' TJ Watt Takes Direct Shot From Joe Flacco For 'Dirty Hit'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have always been known for their defense. It is one of the major identities when thinking about the franchise and the entire history of the organization.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' Fragile Tackle Plan Sparks Urgent Trade Idea With Jaguars

The Pittsburgh Steelers may not want to admit they need another offensive tackle, but one proposed trade idea shows why the conversation is not going away.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / July 14

Steelers Rookie Star Will Struggle in Camp, and That's Good

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a group of promising rookies entering the 2026 season. First-round choice Max Iheanachor and third-rounder Gennings Dunker project to be starters along the offensive line in the near future.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Former Steelers assistant under fire for contributing to Mike Tomlin's ultimate demise

The Pittsburgh Steelers are often recognized as being one of the most loyal franchises in all of professional sports. Despite not having a postseason victory since the end of the 2016 season, it never truly felt as if Mike Tomlin's job was ever in any real jeopardy.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' New Head Coach Mike McCarthy Should Have A Major Worry On His Mind

The Pittsburgh Steelers have an interesting dynamic to keep an eye on with the upcoming 2026 season. The franchise went out and hired Mike McCarthy as the team's new head coach, and eventually veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers decided to return on a one-year deal, rather than retiring.

Joey Porter Jr. News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Joey Porter Jr.’s contract negotiations prove that the devil truly is in the details regarding his future with the Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. have yet to come to terms on a long-term deal. But why? What’s the holdup? Here’s a mock negotiation between two creators, acting on behalf of the Steelers and Joey Porter Jr.’s representation.

Derrick Harmon News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' Derrick Harmon Will Be Trying Something New To Aid His Potential 2026 Breakout Campaign

The Pittsburgh Steelers got what they wanted out of their 2025 first-round pick. After the 2024 season concluded, it was clear that they were weak in run defense, especially in between the tackles.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' Reliable Lineman Could Shockingly Hold Starting Job

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent a lot of draft capital trying to rebuild their offensive line, but one of the most important answers on the right side may already be in the building.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Steelers Have Two Under-the-Radar Competitions to Watch at Training Camp

The Pittsburgh Steelers are only a couple of weeks away from reporting to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. There, they will hold their first training camp with Mike McCarthy as head coach.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / July 14

Steelers Most Underrated Hire is Someone They Desperately Needed

PITTSBURGH — The one certainty the Pittsburgh Steelers have regarding their new coaching staff is that it will be completely different from the previous one.

Roman Wilson News / Steeler Nation / July 14

Steelers' Roman Wilson Will Have A New Role In 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers will look a lot different in a couple weeks when they take the field for 2026 Training Camp. Following a flurry of offseason moves, there will be many different looks on the field on both offense and defense, as new head coach Mike McCarthy and his staff look to put the puzzle together ahead of the 2026 NFL regular season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Hines Ward Reveals What Steelers Must Do for Aaron Rodgers' Last Run

In 2005, the Pittsburgh Steelers expected legendary running back Jerome Bettis to walk away from the game. However, after falling just one win short of a Super Bowl appearance, Bettis decided to return for one more run.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / July 14

Steelers 2026 Training Camp Preview: Offensive Tackles

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter training camp with optimism surrounding their offensive tackle room, but there are still important questions to answer. Former first-round picks Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu were expected to anchor the position for years to come, giving Pittsburgh the young bookends it has been searching for.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Steelers second-year starter tabbed as potential breakout candidate following an up-and-down rookie season in Pittsburgh

Training Camp in Latrobe is just two weeks away at this point, meaning we will receive our first glimpse at who’s who on the Steelers roster, and The Athletic has already pegged one Steeler as a breakout candidate.