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Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Admits Powerful Change That Led To Week 5 Preparation

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the first month of Mike McCarthy's tenure looking like a team learning a new operating system while the games were already counting.

Cameron Heyward News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Steelers' Cam Heyward Gives Unexpected Praise To Rookie After Colts Win

The Pittsburgh Steelers delivered one of their most encouraging defensive performances of the 2026 season on Sunday, holding Indianapolis Colts superstar Jonathan Taylor to just 45 rushing yards in a 34-22 victory.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL QB rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The '2 passing & rushing TD games' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Mike McCarthy Shows A Ton Of Love To Steelers' Aaron Rodgers In Wake Of Heated Exchange

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to secure a much-needed win in Week 5 as the team was able to take down the Indianapolis Colts by a score of 34-22. It was probably the team's best game so far in the 2026 season, but the defense still left a lot to be desired as the secondary and pass rush couldn't really get going.

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.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Admits Serious Problem With Special Teams Coach Danny Crossman

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 34-22 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, but Head Coach Mike McCarthy wasn't prepared to celebrate every aspect of his team's performance.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Steelers' Jaylen Warren Gets Honest About His Success With Rico Dowdle Sidelined

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to get back on the right track on Sunday as the team took down the Indianapolis Colts in Week 5. Pittsburgh won the game by a score of 34-22, with the offense really carrying the load.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 11

Jaylen Warren's big plays spark Steelers past Colts

Jaylen Warren scored on an 80-yard pass and a 50-yard run and Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes for the third straight game to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 34-22 victory over the visiting Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Aaron Rodgers News / Yardbarker / October 11

Aaron Rodgers returning to MVP form in final NFL season

In what has already been announced as the final season of his career, four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers is playing some of the best football of his life.

Steelers have found a successful recipe on offense — if they stick with it

Jaylen Warren's big plays spark Steelers past Colts

The 'Active 3-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 11

3 Good, 2 Not-So-Good Things From Steelers Week 5 vs. Colts

The Pittsburgh Steelers improved to 3-2 after defeating the Indianapolis Colts 34-22. Aaron Rodgers moved past Ben Roethlisberger on the all-time wins list and threw three touchdown passes for the third consecutive game.

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 11

Steelers have found a successful recipe on offense — if they stick with it

While quarterback Aaron Rodgers is going to get a lot of the attention and praise, it's all about who he is utilizing, and how the Steelers are utilizing them.

Jaylen Warren's big plays spark Steelers past Colts

The 'Active 3-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 11

Steelers vs. Colts Takeaways: Offense Just Exploded

The Pittsburgh Steelers move to 3-2 on the season and regroup in a big way after a loss to the Cleveland Browns. Leaving Acrisure Stadium for the third time in 2026, the Steelers defeat the Indianapolis Colts 34-22, moving to 3-0 at home this year.

T.J. Watt News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

TJ Watt leaves the game after an ugly eye-poke injury

TJ Watt got hit with a WWE move during Sunday’s game. The Pittsburgh Steelers star defender Watt was forced to leave his team’s Week 5 contest against the Indianapolis Colts.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Roman Wilson Injury Update Leaves Steelers Scrambling at WR With Michael Pittman Jr. on IR

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ receiver room got thinner on Sunday. Roman Wilson, who came into the season as the team’s WR3, dislocated a finger late in the first half against the Indianapolis Colts and was ruled out.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Aaron Rodgers now trails only two quarterbacks in NFL history: Tom Brady’s 737 TD passes and Drew Brees’ 608

Aaron Rodgers is still one of the first names that comes up whenever the conversation turns to the best passers in NFL history, and the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback has the résumé to back that up.

Terry Bradshaw News / The Spun / October 11

Terry Bradshaw Calls Out Legendary Steelers Coach Chuck Noll, 40 Years Later

Terry Bradshaw is releasing his fifth book. The Hall of Fame quarterback, who won four Super Bowls with the Pittsburgh Steelers, is releasing a new memoir, “Looking for Terry.” “The first book is a stupid sports book.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 11

Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers passes Peyton Manning in NFL record books

It was a special day on Sunday for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers passed another Super Bowl winning quarterback in the NFL record books.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Steelers vs. Colts Week 5 Inactives: Who's In, Who's Out as Daylen Everette Replaces Jamel Dean

Jalen Ramsey is active for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Indianapolis Colts, but the secondary around him is thinner. Cornerback Jamel Dean (ankle) was ruled out on Friday and is inactive for the 1 p.m.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 11

Report: Steelers Fans Get Update On Pittsburgh's Pursuit Of Marvin Harrison Jr

The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers continue to be very inconsistent despite the 2026 offseason additions. Even with Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard coming into the picture, along with a new offensive scheme, separation remains a major issue.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 10

Steelers' DK Metcalf has blunt response when asked about facing Sauce Gardner

There's nothing quite like a star receiver in the NFL downplaying the capabilities of a star defensive back.

Germie Bernard makes promise to Steelers after Michael Pittman Jr. injury update

Richard Sherman shares wild theory about why Joey Porter Jr. didn't play for Cowboys vs. Buccaneers

Three key matchups to watch in NFL Week 5 games

The '2023-24 NFL first-team All-Pros' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 10

Steelers Have A Breakthrough Brewing With A Receiver Defenses May Soon Have To Treat Differently

Browns' stance on Deshaun Watson's future revealed by team insider

Mike McDaniel predicted to get replaced amid Chargers' ugly start

Analyst has wild prediction about Jets' Aaron Glenn before Browns game

Lions predicted to make major move to try to save their season

DK Metcalf has blunt response when asked about facing Sauce Gardner

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / October 9

Bernard makes promise to Steelers after Pittman injury update

Germie Bernard makes promise to Steelers after Michael Pittman Jr. injury update

It's assumed that Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers could look toward the 22-year-old more often with Pittman sidelined, potentially for at least a month.

Steelers share brutal Michael Pittman Jr. injury update ahead of Colts game

Steelers DT Cameron Heyward refuses to apologize for Week 4 sideline outburst

Aaron Rodgers says Steelers need to turn passion into winning against Colts

The 'NFL active TD-catch leaders' quiz