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'Someone Has To Go': Steelers Extending Joey Porter Jr Will Have Huge Domino Effect

The Pittsburgh Steelers have always been a team that rewards former draft selections for strong performance and development. That has certainly been the case in the 2026 offseason with Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington both inking new deals that will keep them with the franchise for the foreseeable future.

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Steelers' Omar Khan Could Be Waiting To Move One Of The Edge Rushers

Pittsburgh Steelers General Manager Omar Khan has been a busy man over the last couple of days. He's extended two players from the 2023 draft class: Darnell Washington and Nick Herbig.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / June 9

Alex Highsmith linked with four teams after Steelers sign Nick Herbig to extension

It sounds like Highsmith will have plenty of suitors if the Steelers look to trade him.

Steelers' Will Howard, Drew Allar can learn this important lesson from Aaron Rodgers

The 'All-time sack leader by NFL team' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 9

Steelers' 2023 Draft Class Has Easily Been The Team's Best In Recent Memory

Former Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert had an extremely underwhelming run of draft classes at the end of his tenure with the organization.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / June 9

2025 Steelers Offseason Recall: Pittsburgh embarrassed by Bengals on Thursday night

Steel City Underground presents post-game takeaways in our Steelers Offseason Recall series, revisiting key moments from the 2025 season and how they shaped the year that followed.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 9

Steelers' Nick Herbig Voices Strong Plea To Omar Khan

Pittsburgh Steelers fans watched as backup edge rusher Nick Herbig was handed a four-year extension worth up to $100 million. That's a significant investment for a player who currently sits behind TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith on the depth chart.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / June 9

Recent Steelers draft pick who is on the roster bubble ahead of training camp opens up about rookie struggles in Pittsburgh

The Steelers’ running back room is overflowing with talent, and only so many names can make it, but one recent draft pick is putting his rookie season behind him and focusing on the future ahead of a pivotal training camp.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers Expected To Be More Successful On Offense Now That Team MVP Is Gone

Whenever the Pittsburgh Steelers made the decision during the 2025 offseason to sign Kenneth Gainwell to a one-year deal worth $1.79 million, few expected him to make the impact he ultimately did.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers Reveal Key Defensive Piece Limped Off Field Injured During Mandatory Minicamp

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defensive line heading into the 2026 season features a blend of experienced veterans and young rising stars that could form a special unit under new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The Lead / June 8

DK Metcalf May Be Biggest Beneficiary of Steelers’ Offseason

The Steelers did not spend the offseason adding weapons just for the sake of adding names to the roster. Every move appears to point toward one goal: making life easier for DK Metcalf.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers Already Have Proof That Hiring A Quarterback Guru Was The Best Move

The Pittsburgh Steelers upset a lot of fans when making the decision to initially hire Mike McCarthy as the team's next head coach after it was announced that Mike Tomlin would be stepping down.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Baker Mayfield News / Steeler Nation / June 8

NFL Insider: 'Baker Mayfield Would Be Perfect' For Steelers As He's Poised To Hit Free Agency After 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading into the 2026 season with a future Hall of Famer at quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. The 42-year-old is set to play his second year with the Black and Gold before he retires following the season's end.

Alex Highsmith News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 8

Steelers First Alex Highsmith Trade Partner Nearly Emerged

The Pittsburgh Steelers got an example of just how quickly a trade partner for Alex Highsmith could emerge ahead of the regular season. During the New

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The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / June 8

NFL analyst begs the Pittsburgh Steelers to trade star EDGE T.J. Watt following massive contract extension for Nick Herbig

The Steelers seem adamant on keeping T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, and Nick Herbig together for at least one more season. According to Colin Cowherd, the Steelers need to be working the phones to send their star to a new team.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Sources: Joey Porter Jr And Steelers Are Not Close To Big Extension

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been throwing money around all offseason. During mandatory minicamp, they inked edge rusher Nick Herbig to a $100 million extension, as well as tight end Darnell Washington to a $42 million deal.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 8

Steelers Players Make NBA Finals Predictions

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made it clear what side of the fence they stand on when it comes to who will win this year's NBA Finals. In a video posted by the Steelers on X, the final tally after 40 players were asked that question came in at 26-14 in favor of the San Antonio Spurs over the New York Knicks.

Darnell Washington News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers Legend James Harrison Sends Direct Message To Fans Regarding Darnell Washington Extension

The Pittsburgh Steelers have recently been handing out some big paydays to their 2023 draft class. The team gave extensions to edge rusher Nick Herbig and tight end Darnell Washington.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers' 2025 Defensive Coaching Staff Exposed By Former Players After A Season Full Of Miscues

The Pittsburgh Steelers are undergoing a period of transition after long-time head coach Mike Tomlin stepped down following a tough Wild Card loss. After 19 years with Tomlin at the helm, the things he had done are changing rapidly under a new coaching staff.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 8

Steelers Rookie Could Open Up A Fantastic Opportunity For A Trade In Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the 2026 NFL Draft with 12 selections in the event, meaning their picks were going to be pivotal to the future success of the team.