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Steelers' DK Metcalf Needs More Than Big Ben's Advice

Steelers' DK Metcalf Needs More Than Big Ben's Advice

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a rough spot when it comes to their offense. The offense has put up a single touchdown in two games, and they've looked anything like the improved offense head coach Mike McCarthy promised.

Aaron Rodgers News / A to Z Sports / September 23
Steelers seemingly dodged a pair of bullets on offense after new update surrounding two key weapons for QB Aaron Rodgers

Steelers seemingly dodged a pair of bullets on offense after new update surrounding two key weapons for QB Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers offense desperately needs all the help it can get right now, and Wednesday’s practice provided some welcome news on two players who had Steelers fans holding their breath.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 23
Steelers' Asking Price On Joey Porter Jr Is Exposed As CB-Needy Teams Continue To Pile Up

Steelers' Asking Price On Joey Porter Jr Is Exposed As CB-Needy Teams Continue To Pile Up

The Pittsburgh Steelers have not looked great to start the 2026 season, but the team does have a record of 1-1 and could get things back on track after an embarrassing loss to the New England Patriots in Week 2.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Steelers Could Be Making Offensive Line Changes After Poor Week 2 Performance

Steelers Could Be Making Offensive Line Changes After Poor Week 2 Performance

The Pittsburgh Steelers put together a teaching tape of what not to do on Sunday against the Patriots defense. Miscommunications, poor leverage, and poor execution plagued the offense from start to finish.

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The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 23
Steelers Open To 'Significant Changes' As Two Names Are Likely Expected To See A Larger Role

Steelers Open To 'Significant Changes' As Two Names Are Likely Expected To See A Larger Role

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been putrid to watch on the offensive side of the ball through the first two games of the 2026 regular season. Yards on the ground have been hard to come by and the passing game has been inefficient at best.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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 / Athlon Sports / September 23
WTF of the Week: Why is the Steelers' Passing Game So Bad?

WTF of the Week: Why is the Steelers' Passing Game So Bad?

Welcome to the debut of “WTF of the Week,” in which we’ll ask… well, “WTF” regarding one NFL issue every week. We feel compelled to begin with the Pittsburgh Steelers’ passing game, which is a passing game in name only at this point.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 23
Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. injury update is blessing for Aaron Rodgers’ struggling offense

Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. injury update is blessing for Aaron Rodgers’ struggling offense

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. will practice on Wednesday as he works his way back from a foot injury, giving a struggling Steelers offense a positive development ahead of its Week 3 divisional showdown vs.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 23
'Anything Is Possible': Steelers Keeping A Close Eye For Desperate NFL GMs

'Anything Is Possible': Steelers Keeping A Close Eye For Desperate NFL GMs

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the unique decision to keep four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster for the 2026 season. It was always anticipated that Aaron Rodgers and Drew Allar would be in the locker room.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 23
Steelers make a pair of intriguing roster moves after Lions poach one of their young talents in an effort to build up the defense

Steelers make a pair of intriguing roster moves after Lions poach one of their young talents in an effort to build up the defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost rookie safety Bishop Fitzgerald to Detroit, but the front office didn’t sit around. The two additions could signal some concerning news about key players on both sides of the ball.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff

NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff

Two teams have been identified as potential trade partners for the Steelers regarding Porter Jr.

Steelers face brutal Aaron Rodgers truth after Week 2: 'What did you expect?'
Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss
Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' DK Metcalf this season
Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem
Latest NFL power rankings reveal major shakeup ahead of Week 3
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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

Spencer Anderson News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Steelers O-Line Problem Is Getting Worse, and Spencer Anderson Is at the Center of It

Steelers O-Line Problem Is Getting Worse, and Spencer Anderson Is at the Center of It

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line has struggled mightily through the first two weeks of the season. It’s not for a lack of talent, as this is the same group that put together strong performances in 2025 en route to the playoffs.

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DK Metcalf News / Steeler Nation / September 23
Steelers' DK Metcalf Draws Ruthless Verdict As Seattle's Decision Looks Better By The Week

Steelers' DK Metcalf Draws Ruthless Verdict As Seattle's Decision Looks Better By The Week

The Pittsburgh Steelers made one of their biggest offensive bets in years when they traded premium draft capital for a proven receiver and immediately paid him like a centerpiece.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / September 23
Steelers looking to simplify offense after protection problems

Steelers looking to simplify offense after protection problems

The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t need to spend much time searching for the biggest problems from Sunday’s 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots. The offense scored only three points, punted eight times and converted just two of 12 third-down opportunities despite possessing the football for nearly 33 minutes.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 23
Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

The struggles of Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf have become a hot topic.

Steelers face brutal Aaron Rodgers truth after Week 2: 'What did you expect?'
NFL insider reveals if Steelers' Mike McCarthy could make shocking Aaron Rodgers move
Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more
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Ben Roethlisberger News / Steeler Nation / September 23
'Nothing Looked Good To Me': Steelers Great Ben Roethlisberger Is Very Concerned

'Nothing Looked Good To Me': Steelers Great Ben Roethlisberger Is Very Concerned

The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for plenty of answers following their 20-3 loss on the road in Week 2 to the New England Patriots. The idea of bringing Mike McCarthy in as well as Aaron Rodgers returning at quarterback was to take their offense to new heights in the 2026 season.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 23
Steelers Need Joey Porter Jr. Now More Than Ever

Steelers Need Joey Porter Jr. Now More Than Ever

Through the first two weeks, the absence of Joey Porter Jr. didn't hang over the heads of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers' defense performed well against both the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Steelers’ Safety Problem Is Growing After Week 2

Steelers’ Safety Problem Is Growing After Week 2

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent years trying to fill the gap between Troy Polamalu and Minkah Fitzpatrick. Now, after trading Fitzpatrick away last offseason, Pittsburgh is once again trying to address a clear need at safety.

Aaron Rodgers News / QBFanCentral / September 23
Rob Gronkowski speculates Aaron Rodgers might regret not retiring after Pittsburgh Steelers’ first 2 games

Rob Gronkowski speculates Aaron Rodgers might regret not retiring after Pittsburgh Steelers’ first 2 games

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has one touchdown pass through the first two weeks of the 2026 NFL season, with his slow start prompting retirement speculation from former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22
Ex-Steelers player calls out issues between Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy

Ex-Steelers player calls out issues between Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ new chapter with Mike McCarthy as the head coach and Aaron Rodgers as the quarterback has gotten off to a rough start. Through two games, the Steelers are 1-1, although they have scored a total of 23 points.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 22
Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' Metcalf this season

Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' DK Metcalf this season

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Metcalf have failed to click across the club's first eight quarters of the campaign.

Steelers offense looks as bad as ever, and everyone is to blame
NFL insider reveals if Steelers' Mike McCarthy could make shocking Aaron Rodgers move
Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss
The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
Joey Porter Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22
Steelers Offered Joey Porter Jr. $27MM Per Year?

Steelers Offered Joey Porter Jr. $27MM Per Year?

Not negotiating with a player in-season in more than 30 years, the Steelers have run into an interesting standoff with Joey Porter Jr. The team had not made its top 2023 draftee an offer — during an offseason in which three 2023 Pittsburgh picks were extended — by late August, and its eventual proposal did not satisfy the cornerback’s camp.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / September 22
Steelers Surprises: Offensive disappearing act highlights ugly loss to Patriots

Steelers Surprises: Offensive disappearing act highlights ugly loss to Patriots

There weren’t many pleasant surprises for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. After escaping Week 1 with a win despite an inconsistent offensive performance, the expectation was that another week together would help Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers and company take a step forward.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 21
Steelers face brutal Aaron Rodgers truth after Week 2: 'What did you expect?'

Steelers face brutal Aaron Rodgers truth after Week 2: 'What did you expect?'

Despite having a so-called offensive guru calling the shots and one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, the Pittsburgh Steelers couldn't get anything going on offense in Week 2.

NFL Week 2 lowlights: Atlanta's 'boo birds,' shaky Aaron Rodgers and more
Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss
Best offer Steelers made Joey Porter Jr. amid contract standoff revealed
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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 21
NFL insider reveals if Steelers' McCarthy could make Rodgers move

NFL insider reveals if Steelers' Mike McCarthy could make shocking Aaron Rodgers move

Rodgers looked past his prime when he lost a fumble that was returned for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game and when he went 23-of-39 passing for 187 yards with an interception and four sacks taken. 

Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss
Steelers offense looks as bad as ever, and everyone is to blame
NFL Week 2 lowlights: Atlanta's 'boo birds,' shaky Aaron Rodgers and more
The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 21
Best offer Steelers made Porter amid contract standoff revealed

Best offer Steelers made Joey Porter Jr. amid contract standoff revealed

Porter missed a second straight game when he sat out what became a 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday afternoon.

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. gets surprisingly bad news about his trade future
Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. saga takes new injury twist
Steelers offense looks as bad as ever, and everyone is to blame
The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 19
Germie Bernard primed for bigger role after Michael Pittman ruled out

Steelers rookie WR Germie Bernard primed for bigger role after Michael Pittman ruled out

Having played a minor role in his NFL debut, Bernard is primed to shoulder a significantly heavier load against the Patriots.

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. gets surprisingly bad news about his trade future
NFL executive reveals what Steelers could get in trade for Joey Porter Jr.
Multiple teams might join the Joey Porter Jr. trade sweepstakes after Week 2
Saga involving Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. takes new twist ahead of Patriots game
The '2024-25 NFL 1K-yard receivers' quiz

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