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New Details Emerge in Steelers, Kyle Dugger Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a mid-season move this year, in an attempt to address issues with an ailing secondary. The Steelers sent a sixth-round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft to the New England Patriots in return for a seventh-round pick and veteran defensive back Kyle Dugger.

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Steelers, Bills named possible trade partners for former 1,282-yard wide receiver

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills are both rumored to be in the market for a wide receiver ahead of the trade deadline and one analyst believes the two teams will make a play for a former 1,282-yard wideout.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / November 1

Steelers Players Hit With Illness Before Colts Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers locker room is dealing with some sort of illness before their Week 9 game against the Indianapolis Colts, leaving two players questionable heading into the weekend.

Derrick Harmon News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Pittsburgh DT Derrick Harmon Leads All NFL Rookies in One Key Statistic

Derrick Harmon has impressed this season He ranks first in a key stat The Steelers' defense needs work The Pittsburgh Steelers are 4-3 on the season, keeping their heads above water in the AFC North which is more than the other three teams in the division can currently say.

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The 'NFL all-time rushing leaders' quiz

In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

The 'Single-season rushing record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Embarrassing Recollection From Future Hall Of Famer Comes Out About The Steelers' Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had the same issues plaguing the team for the last several seasons. One of those was an inefficient offense that struggled to remain consistent, but that problem has seemingly been fixed in 2025 with new veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers being under center.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Discusses Meticulous Changes For His Team Defensively: 'I'm Open'

The Pittsburgh Steelers fell to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night in what was the team's second loss in a row. It dropped Pittsburgh to 4-3 after getting off to a 4-1 start, and the franchise's lead in the AFC North has begun to stagnate.

Jabrill Peppers News / ESPN / October 31

Steelers' DB woes worsen as Peppers ruled out

Steelers safety Jabrill Peppers has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts with a quad injury. Peppers is the latest Pittsburgh defensive back to be slowed by injury.

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Former NFL Scout Poses Important Question To Steelers' Mike Tomlin: 'Is It Finally Time?'

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the middle of a rough stretch during the 2025 season. The team started the year off with a 4-1 record and a commanding lead in the AFC North, but after two consecutive losses, that lead has dwindled.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Talk / October 31

Jabrill Peppers out, Chuck Clark questionable for Steelers in Week 9

The Steelers won't have safety Jabrill Peppers in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Colts and they may not have Chuck Clark, but they should have the newest addition to their secondary available.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers' Arthur Smith And Teryl Austin's Level Of Control Is Truly Revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers laid a massive egg in Week 8 on Sunday Night Football. They got outscored 28-9 in the second half against the Green Bay Packers, partially due to poor coaching.

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 31

Steelers Lose Second Safety Before Colts Game

An already-banged up Pittsburgh Steelers safety group will be down another member when the team takes on the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9. A day after

Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers Receive Detailed Mission From Colts On How Indy Plans To Stop Aaron Rodgers In Week 9

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering their Week 9 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, and there are a lot of mixed feelings around the Steel City right now.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers' Lack Of Attention To Detail Goes Beyond Defensive Failure

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been chastised all week about how atrocious their defense has been lately. They have given up 68 combined points in their last two games, and they have an even tougher matchup on the docket to try and rebound from that in Week 9.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 31

Steelers places 2 players on IR ahead of Colts clash

Ahead of the team’s Week 9 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts, the Pittsburgh Steelers are placing two defensive players on injured reserve, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 31

Steelers Urged to Trade for Chiefs Young CB

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have already been on the hunt for cornerback help ahead of the November 4 trade deadline, but another injury to Cory Trice Jr.

Aaron Rodgers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Just Held A Private Meeting With Team's Skill Position Players

The Pittsburgh Steelers have lost back-to-back games after holding onto a lead in the second half of each game. Furthermore, this team was off to a 4-1 start before facing the Cincinnati Bengals and Green Bay Packers.

Troy Polamalu News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Ex-Steelers Safety Troy Polamalu Was The Reason A Former NFL Running Back Had Nightmares

The Pittsburgh Steelers are going through some rough times on the defensive side of the ball during the 2025 season, and there is not much hope for fans that things are going to get better.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Field Level Media / October 31

Steelers place S DeShon Elliott, DT Daniel Ekuale on IR

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed starting safety DeShon Elliott and defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale on injured reserve Friday. Elliott already had been ruled out for Pittsburgh's Sunday game against the Indianapolis Colts due to a hyperextended knee, head coach Mike Tomlin announced Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 31

Steelers Can Take Advantage Of Reported 'Fire Sale' In AFC And Target Stud Wide Receiver

The Pittsburgh Steelers are a team that has been reported to be looking to acquire talent ahead of the NFL's trade deadline on November 4th. Pittsburgh has already brought in safety Kyle Dugger from the New England Patriots, and the franchise could be looking to add some more talent, especially on the offensive side of the football.