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The Rams' decision to give Donald more time to ramp up for his return to the NFL brings up the logical question of how he will be used throughout the full season.

Aaron Donald's status for Rams' Week 1 game against 49ers revealed

Rams' Myles Garrett addresses status for 49ers game after dealing with knee swelling

Rams' Puka Nacua addresses uncertainty about potential suspension

The 'NFL 100-sack club' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / February 16

More former Steelers players defend Ben Roethlisberger after fiery Joey Porter Sr. comments

More former Steelers players are jumping into the fray after a somewhat bizarre feud broke out involving the team.

Aaron Rodgers is reportedly leaning one way about Steelers future

The Steelers’ 5 Toughest Road Trips Next Season

The 'Starting QBs from Week 3 of the 2004 NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25

Browns fan tackled by James Harrison in 2005 credits ex-Steelers star for changing his life

A tackle by James Harrison during a Pittsburgh Steelers game 20 years ago didn’t just end a fan’s dash onto the field — it helped start him on a path to sobriety.

Steelers have reportedly made a decision about DK Metcalf's future

Steelers' chaotic WR history makes DK Metcalf suspension even more frustrating

Dan Orlovsky does not sugarcoat how disappointing Ravens have been

Giants looking to poach Marcus Freeman from Notre Dame could be a mistake

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to rack up at least 10,00 yards and 80 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL Offensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'Last 2-TD catch game by NFL team' quiz

The 'Multiple 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / November 26

'Trash': Steelers coaches under fire from former players

'Trash': Steelers coaching staff rightfully facing blistering criticism from former players

The vibes around the Pittsburgh Steelers right now are not particularly strong.

Maxx Crosby shares harsh truth about Raiders' firing of OC Chip Kelly

Panthers safety Tre'von Moehrig fate decided by NFL after low blow

Former player disappointed by Panthers QB Bryce Young's struggles in loss

Packers rookie sends message to NFL after surprising J.J. McCarthy news

Jayden Daniels explains return mindset with playoff hopes likely gone

Three players who have taken control of the NFL MVP race

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Steeler Nation / June 28, 2025

James Harrison shares harsh reality of playing for Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been in good hands in the minds of many pundits for 18 seasons with head coach Mike Tomlin.

What insider is 'hearing' about Steelers, T.J. Watt contract standoff after Aaron Rodgers comment

Could former No. 1 draft pick emerge as Steelers' eventual replacement for Aaron Rodgers?

NFL hot takes: One AFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

The greatest free-agent QB signings in NFL history

The 'NFL's 100-sack club' quiz

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 2, 2024

Steelers Great James Harrison Will Fight Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson Before Super Bowl

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had legends all over their defense throughout history. It takes a great team to have intense, high-level rivalries, and Pittsburgh has had plenty of hated foes that circle them on their schedules.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / July 31, 2024

Nick Herbig Gets Wisdom From Steelers Legend James Harrison

Second-year Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig got some some pointers from Steelers legend James Harrison after Wednesday’s practice. Harrison was showing him his vintage dip-rip move.

NFL News / Steelers Now / May 17, 2024

Steelers legend James Harrison accuses Patriots of cheating in 2004 AFC Championship Game

Former Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison is the latest former Steeler to claim that the New England Patriots cheated in the 2001 and 2004 AFC Championship Games.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / May 16, 2024

Steelers’ James Harrison Absolutely Believes The Patriots Cheated Against Them: 'They Only Missed One Blitz'

The Pittsburgh Steelers and their fans hold a deep and enduring affection for James Harrison, their former linebacker. Harrison's formidable presence on the field, his unique personality off it, and his legendary workout routines have solidified his status as a lifelong Steeler and a beloved figure within Steeler Nation.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Steeler Nation / May 1, 2024

Steelers’ James Harrison Crashes Omar Khan’s Interview To Tease Return To The NFL

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a remarkable offseason, and with the completion of the draft, anticipation for the upcoming season is at an all-time high.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Steeler Nation / March 28, 2024

Travis Kelce recalls painful lesson he learned from James Harrison

Travis revealed that his moment came at the hands of one of the most iconic Steelers villains, former Defensive Player Of The Year and Super Bowl XLIII hero, James Harrison.

Kelce brother could spark major media bidding war?

Chiefs reportedly signing rugby star to be an offensive weapon

Report: ESPN 'aggressively pursuing' popular former player for 'MNF

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

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The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 28, 2023

Two Steelers snubbed from 2024 Hall of Fame finalists list

Many great players have had to wait longer than they should have to finally be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Three biggest takeaways from Steelers' Week 16 win

Why Steelers WR George Pickens doesn't want another QB change

Steelers should start Mason Rudolph regardless of Kenny Pickett's status in Week 17

Steelers are becoming vulnerable at important position

Steelers QB Mason Rudolph appears to take shot at Ben Roethlisberger

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 4, 2023

Two Steelers Named 2024 Hall Of Fame Semi-Finalists

It was announced that two former Pittsburgh Steelers stars are on the shortlist to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024. Wide receiver Hines Ward and outside linebacker James Harrison were among the 25 modern-era players who may become a part of the Hall of Fame.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2023

Former Steeler says he doesn't belong in HOF

Former Steelers great says he doesn't belong in HOF

Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison was recently announced as a modern-era finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The 'Career sack leaders for every NFL franchise' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21, 2023

Ex-Steelers LB says NFL to blame for Nick Chubb’s season-ending injury

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick tried clearing his name on Thursday, saying he didn’t try to purposely injure Cleveland Browns running

Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick defends hit on Chubb

Chubb suffers multiple ligament tears, to miss rest of season

ESPN explains decision not to show replay of Chubb's injury

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

The 'Career sack leaders for every NFL franchise' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / July 13, 2023

Hall of Famer Dick LeBeau reveals most surprising player he ever coached

Hall of Famer Dick LeBeau coached in the NFL for 45 years (1973-2017), most notably as the Steelers defensive coordinator from 2004-14, but it didn't take him long to name the most surprising player he had ever coached.

Steelers' Keanu Neal Shares His Excitement To Take Part In 'Positionless Football' During 2023 Season

Steelers All 90: Can INT-Specalist Luq Barcoo Snatch a Roster Spot?

The best NFL teams that never made it to a Super Bowl

The 'Starting QBs from Week 3 of the 2004 NFL season' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 14, 2020

James Harrison: Tomlin paid me for illegal hit in 2010

James Harrison: Mike Tomlin 'handed me an envelope' after $75K defenseless hit fine

While playing for the Steelers in the fall of 2010, Harrison delivered a crunching head-to head blow to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi.

Steelers president: Harrison envelope story never happened

Sean Payton doesn't believe NFL will investigate Harrison's claims

Harrison can still push 1,960 pounds

Tomlin urges NFL to open all facilities at same time

Jay Glazer clarifies his comments about Ben Roethlisberger's fitness

The 'Steelers head coaches' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2020

Watch: Former Pro Bowler James Harrison can still push 1,960 pounds

He may not be playing anymore, but it's clear James Harrison is still in playing shape.

The 25 hardest hitters in the NFL

The 'Oldest player on every 2017 NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20, 2018

Man of Steel: Looking back at James Harrison's career

James Harrison announced his retirement on Instagram this week, which seems fitting given that many of his highest-profile moments over the last year or so played out on social media.

Former Steelers, Patriots LB James Harrison retires

Harrison: 'I have no problem with the Steelers family'

Greatest undrafted players in NFL history

The 'Old England Patriots' quiz