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Three Players Steelers Could Trade Up for in NFL Draft

In an NFL Draft where a majority of teams appear to be looking to trade down, the Pittsburgh Steelers fall on the opposite side of the spectrum. Due to having 12 picks in hand, the Steelers can get both aggressive and creative in moving up the board for the prospects they covet in this year's class, whether that's on Day 1, 2 or 3.

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'Would Be A Mistake': Steelers Cautioned To Not Mess Up Quarterback Room

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been surrounded by quarterback rumors during the 2026 NFL offseason. As they did in 2025, the Steelers are waiting on Aaron Rodgers to make a career-altering decision.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

'Three Options': Steelers Now With 3 Names They're Willing To Trade Up To Land

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been rumored to be trading up in the 2026 NFL Draft due to all the draft capital they have. The franchise has 12 picks in hand, and many believe that there is no way that General Manager Omar Khan will actually use all 12 when he could give some up for a top-tier player.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Steelers' Art Rooney II Strongly Rejects Idea For Big Change: 'Not In My Lifetime'

The Pittsburgh Steelers may not be fans of change, but after the blockbuster news of Mike Tomlin's departure, they had no choice but to accept some level of that.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / April 22

New intel suggests the Pittsburgh Steelers have their eye on a low-risk, high-reward 2026 NFL Draft prospect at quarterback

Here is the 2026 NFL Draft prospect that teams in the NFL are loving, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are one of them. While we don’t know a lot about the 2026 NFL Draft, what we do know is that the Pittsburgh Steelers will be adding a quarterback.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Steelers Are Likely Locked In On One Player As The 2026 NFL Draft Is Days Away

The Pittsburgh Steelers have not shown their hand much when it comes to what area of the roster might be addressed with the team's first selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Ty Simpson Talks About The Likelihood He Goes To The Steelers: 'I'm Super Blessed And Excited'

The Pittsburgh Steelers are putting the finishing touches on the preparation for the 2026 NFL Draft as the event kicks off on Thursday, and the organization holds the 21st overall pick.

Alex Highsmith News / A to Z Sports / April 22

3 Pittsburgh Steelers not named Alex Highsmith who could be traded before or during 2026 NFL Draft weekend

Here are three Steelers players who could be traded for the right price ahead of, or even during the 2026 NFL Draft. The 2026 NFL Draft could go down as one of the more memorable draft spectacles in recent NFL history.

NFL News / Field Level Media / April 22

Steelers owner has Ravens' fan seating moved at Pittsburgh draft

Brotherly love is not in the air in Pittsburgh, where Steelers owner Art Rooney II ceases to give the franchise rivalry with the Baltimore Ravens a day off.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / April 22

Steelers have different kind of Super Bowl goal under one condition

The Steelers hosting the draft has sparked some conversations on local sports-talk programs about whether Pittsburgh could become the home of a Super Bowl.

Steelers' Art Rooney II singing different tune about Aaron Rodgers after concerning update

What the Steelers should do about indecisive Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers has given Steelers time frame for decision

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

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NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Steelers Have Surprising Plans To Shake Up Strong Offseason Moves

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a somewhat successful offseason in 2026 when it comes to player acquisition. Some believed that losing former head coach Mike Tomlin would make the organization less of an attraction in free agency, but Pittsburgh was still able to upgrade the roster throughout the process.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / HITC / April 22

Mike McCarthy explains ‘benefits’ of Aaron Rodgers’ absence for Steelers

Mike McCarthy is not pretending Aaron Rodgers’ absence is ideal, but he does see a practical upside in it. With the Pittsburgh Steelers still waiting on a final decision from the veteran quarterback, the team has had no choice but to move forward with the players already in the building.

Joe Burrow News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Steelers' James Harrison Has Another Eye-Opening Message For Joe Burrow

While the Pittsburgh Steelers have been making big moves this offseason, so have the other AFC North teams. The Baltimore Ravens originally traded for Maxx Crosby, but backed out of the deal shortly after.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / April 22

Steelers Drawing Awful Comparison to Jets and Cardinals

Following the news from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that Aaron Rodgers is no longer expected to provide the Pittsburgh Steelers with an answer on his plans for next season before the NFL Draft, one analyst sounded the alarm on the team's quarterback situation.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Steelers Leave Door Open For Bold Move In Round 1 Of 2026 NFL Draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers hold the 21st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, with the event being hosted in the Steel City for the first time in league history. The excitement in the city is building, and it is only amplified by the fact that this marks an entirely new chapter led by Head Coach Mike McCarthy.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 22

Art Rooney II Is Revealing How Mike McCarthy Is Changing The Steelers Compared To Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering an entirely new chapter in their storied history, following Mike Tomlin’s decision to step away after the 2025 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / April 22

Steelers two-trade defense heavy mock draft

It’s nearly time, Pittsburgh Steelers fans. The 2026 NFL Draft is upon us and all the speculation is about to end. Before then, we posed a question to Steelers fans about whether they’d rather have an elite defense or explosive offense.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Stadium Rant / April 22

Steelers Mock Draft 2026: Predicting Pittsburgh’s First Three Rounds

The NFL Draft is finally here, and the Pittsburgh Steelers have to capitalize. They have already shaken up the roster this offseason, adding players like Michael Pittman Jr, Jamel Dean, Jaquan Brisker, and Rico Dowdle, to name a few.