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Steelers Lineman Nearly Hurts Aaron Rodgers With Foolish Celebration

CINCINNATI -- The Pittsburgh Steelers had a, well, eventful game against the Cincinnati Bengals that ended in a Week 7 loss of 33-31 at Paycor Stadium.

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Aaron Rodgers was so mad after being tackled by his teammate

Aaron Rodgers turned in a vintage performance in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night, but the star quarterback very much looked his age during one particular celebration late in the game.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 17

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Couldn't Overcome Mike Tomlin Problem

CINCINNATI -- The Pittsburgh Steelers have a Mike Tomlin problem. It doesn't mean they need to fire him. It doesn't mean they can't win a Super Bowl if he's their head coach.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

How many of the oldest quarterbacks to start a game for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes by NFL franchise' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 17

Steelers May Have Fooled Us

For all the momentum the Pittsburgh Steelers had built over their past three games leading into Week 7, they clearly still have plenty of issues to iron out before they can truly be considered contenders in the AFC after losing 33-31 to the Cincinnati Bengals.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Cameron Heyward News / Pro Football Talk / October 17

Cam Heyward: We didn't take care of our job in run defense

Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 342 yards and three touchdowns in Thursday night's 33-31 win over the Steelers, but the pass defense wasn't the only culprit for the loss.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Pittsburgh Steelers News / The SportsRush / October 17

Defeated Aaron Rodgers Denies ‘Miscommunication’ With D.K. Metcalf Over Second Interception

It was so near yet so far for Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers as the Cincinnati Bengals edged out a 33-31 win during a TNF thriller at Paycor Stadium.

Joey Porter Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Steelers’ Joey Porter Jr. puts refs on blast after wild TNF loss to Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers succumbed to the Cincinnati Bengals, 33-31, on Thursday Night Football in Week 7, with cornerback Joey Porter Jr. openly criticizing the officiating after the defeat.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

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The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / ESPN / October 17

Steelers blame 'unacceptable' run defense for loss

After Thursday night's loss, numerous Steelers defensive players said the root of the problem was their inability to stop the league's worst rushing attack, as the Bengals put up a season-high 142 yards, nearly more than double their previous best.

Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Aaron Rodgers Shoves Steelers Offensive Lineman As Disagreement Ensues On Pittsburgh's Sideline

The Pittsburgh Steelers once again got humiliated during a road divisional game on Thursday Night Football. This time, their big-time defense got absolutely humbled by the 2-4 Cincinnati Bengals.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 17

Steelers get flagged for a false start on their 'tush push' attempt

An NFL team has finally been penalized for a false start on the “tush push” … just not the Philadelphia Eagles.

'It doesn't make sense to me': Why Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is confused by Joe Flacco trade

Bengals' Joe Flacco has theory about controversial trade comments from Steelers' Mike Tomlin

Which NFL teams have had the best quarterback history?

The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before loss

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before stunning loss to Joe Flacco, Bengals

Tomlin helped set the tone for the loss three days before they even played the game.

'TNF' takeaways: Unstoppable Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

'It doesn't make sense to me': Why Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is confused by Joe Flacco trade

Bengals considered a dozen QBs before acquiring Joe Flacco from Browns

The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

The '2025 Week 1 NFL head coaches' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17

'TNF': Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

'TNF' takeaways: Unstoppable Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

Flacco was able to settle in and absolutely carved up a Steelers defense.

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before stunning loss to Bengals

Steelers get flagged for a false start on their 'tush push' attempt

Courtland Sutton shares how he honors Demaryius Thomas

Broncos star gives Giants' Jaxson Dart bulletin-board material ahead of Week 7

Desperate Commanders take chance on former first-round bust

NFL Week 7 Underdog Report: Browns and Eagles favored despite poor play

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 16

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Passes Ben Roethlisberger on All-Time List

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers moved up the leaderboard during the team's Week 7 primetime matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, and in doing so passed a franchise legend.

Miles Killebrew News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Steelers Place DB Miles Killebrew On Injured Reserve

The Pittsburgh Steelers officially placed DB Miles Killebrew on injured reserve Thursday. Killebrew suffered a non-contact knee injury last week, so this move was expected. Killebrew, 32, is a former fourth-round pick by the Lions in the 2016 NFL Draft.

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / October 16

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Has High Praise For One Explosive Area On Offense: 'Certainly An Advantage For Us'

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon. Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers was excellent throughout the majority of the contest and was credited with 235 yards and two touchdowns.