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On YouTubePittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / September 16
It might be time to have a serious conversation about a recent Steelers draft pick who was supposed to be a revelation on defense
When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Payton Wilson in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, it immediately seemed like a steal. The only reason that arguably the best inside backer in that class lasted that long, was due to injury concerns.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 14
Steelers LB Payton Wilson Gets Sick on Field
Yet another Pittsburgh Steelers defender went down after setting sick on the field before returning in the team's Week 2 home opener against the Seattle Seahawks.
North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 14
Key Wolfpack Alumni Matchups to Watch in NFL's Week 2
NFL Week 2 is here, which means there will be “Pack Pros” hitting NFL fields throughout the country, ready to compete for their respective teams. It’s time to highlight and preview the games former Wolfpack players will participate in throughout the coming hours.
The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to catch at least three touchdowns in a single contest can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 11
Steelers teammate on Aaron Rodgers' reputation: 'All that stuff is fake'
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers developed a reputation for being a "distraction" and "self-centered" but one of his current teammates doesn't see such things from the future Hall of Famer.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 10
Steelers Giving Up on Roman Wilson, Cole Holcomb?
The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't use much of two names many expected to see in their opening game against the New York Jets. Despite a win, and a strong offensive performance, there were questions leaving MetLife Stadium, and two of them revolved around why these players didn't see much - or any - playing time.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Sporting News / September 10
Former Steelers player slams Payton Wilson for poor Week 1 performance 
Payton Wilson did not exactly have the best game of his life last weekend, and one former Steeler was not happy.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 8
Steelers' Payton Wilson Admits Big Problem That Ruined 2024 Season Still Exists
The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to barely slip past the New York Jets in an electrifying Week 1 victory. The fan base is likely stoked about how well the offense looked with Aaron Rodgers under center, but there were some concerning issues that popped up on the other side of the ball.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 8
Steelers key defender ripped apart after brutal defensive performance vs Jets: 'Needs to make more plays'
It was not an awful game by any means, but Pittsburgh is going to want to see more out of its second-year player in the near future.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 29
Steelers' Speedy Defense Expected To Be Nasty In 2025 Thanks To Payton Wilson
The Pittsburgh Steelers finished up their preseason campaign with a 2-1 record, highlighted by a 19-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 20
Steelers' Payton Wilson Sends A Warning To Justin Fields Ahead Of Week 1 Clash
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the other 31 organizations in the NFL are patiently waiting for the regular season to kick off. Pittsburgh opens the season on the road in New Jersey as the Steelers will be taking on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 15
Steelers' Payton Wilson Almost Played For NFC Foe Thanks To Former Pittsburgh Super Bowl Champion
The Pittsburgh Steelers may have brought in a bunch of veterans to add to the defense in 2025, but they are still excited to see how the young players grow and develop.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 10
Steelers' Payton Wilson Ready To Build Off Rookie Season Success In 2025
As the Pittsburgh Steelers continue preparations towards the 2025 regular season, all eyes are on the big name acquisitions that were made in the offseason.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 8
Steelers' Mike Tomlin Makes Strong Confession About Payton Wilson's Development
The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted linebacker Payton Wilson in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The idea of getting Wilson, who was viewed by many as possibly the most talented inside linebacker in the entire class, in the third round was widely seen as a steal.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 3
'Morphed Into A Different Player': Steelers Fans Get Inspiring Update On Key Defensive Piece Heading Into 2025
The Pittsburgh Steelers are known for always having a highly capable defense. The expectations for the unit are sky-high heading into the 2025 season as it will be the fourth consecutive year that Pittsburgh is rostering the highest-paid defense in the league.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29
Steelers' Payton Wilson Exposes The Weaknesses From 2024 Are Gone: 'Don't Have To Game Plan To Help People Out'
The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense in the 2024 season started off hot and was a real force in the league. Early in the year, it looked dominant up front and were among the most physical units in football.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29
Steelers' Payton Wilson Fires Off Hilarious Warning To Jaylen Warren
The Pittsburgh Steelers put their pads on for training camp on Tuesday. Up until this point, all activities had been non-contact, but once the pads come on, it’s a clear sign that the NFL season is getting closer.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / July 25
Steelers LB Makes Bold Claim: Best in the World?
The Pittsburgh Steelers expect linebacker Payton Wilson to take a huge step forward in his second season in the NFL. The middle linebacker was an immediate piece of the Steelers' defense in his rookie campaign.
NFL News / Steelers Now / November 17
Payton Wilson Makes Huge Impact in First Steelers-Ravens Game
In the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens, the Ravens busted out a play call that should have worked, with wide receiver Rashod Bateman and running back Justice Hill running a twisting route combination that was nearly perfectly designed to beat the man coverage the Steelers were in.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / July 26, 2024
Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews
Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 31, 2024
Payton Wilson Confirms He’s Playing in Dime Packages
Pittsburgh Steelers’ third-round selection Payton Wilson ran a 4.43-second 40-yard dash in the pre-draft process, a 4.2-second short shuttle and a 6.85-second three-cone drill for an impressive 9.89 Relative Athletic Score out of 10.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 15, 2024
Steelers Rookie LB Payton Wilson Opens Up about Injury History
Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Payton Wilson, the team’s third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, slid down draft boards to the Steelers at No. 98 overall, thanks to his extensive injury history.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 11, 2024
Steelers Sign LB Payton Wilson to Rookie Contract
The Pittsburgh Steelers officially agreed to terms with linebacker Payton Wilson on a rookie contract, according to The Steelers drafted Wilson with the 98th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2024
Steelers rookie LB Payton Wilson couldn't be in a 'better situation'
Payton Wilson may be one of the biggest steals of the draft.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2024
Analyst says Steelers might have landed 'biggest steal of the draft'
NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks named the Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie class as one of his "favorite hauls" of the 2024 NFL Draft and thinks the class may also contain the draft's biggest steal.
North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26, 2024
NC State LB's surprising freefall ends at Steelers' 98th overall draft pick
Despite being ranked as the 48th-best prospect, according to ESPN, Wilson finally comes off the board late in the third round at 98th overall.
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