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Steelers' Calvin Austin leaves door open for extended absence due to shoulder injury

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin had a less-than-ideal injury update for himself after the Steelers emerged from the bye on Monday.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers Should See Major Shakeup In AFC North As Coaches Hit The Hot Seat

The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently enjoying life in the AFC North. Ahead of the 2025 season, they were predicted by most analysts and pundits to finish third in the division behind the Baltimore Ravens and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Jaylen Warren News / Sporting News / October 6

Pittsburgh Steelers get positive Jaylen Warren injury update after Week 4 absence

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren did not play in the Week 4 game against the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, but he appears to be on track after the latest injury update on Monday.

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Nick Herbig News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers' Nick Herbig Reveals His Secret To An Amazing Start In 2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers have gotten off to a good start in 2025 as the team has a 3-1 record heading into Week 6. Pittsburgh has a pretty firm lead in the AFC North as the Baltimore Ravens and the Cincinnati Bengals have had nightmare beginnings to the new campaign, and the Cleveland Browns continue to be the stereotypical Cleveland Browns.

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The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

Joshua Dobbs News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Ex-Steelers QB Joshua Dobbs Highlighted Massive Lack Of Direction And Development In Pittsburgh System

The Pittsburgh Steelers were fortunate to have quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for 18 seasons. The Steelers attempted a couple of times to draft a reliable backup who could eventually develop into the heir apparent whenever Roethlisberger decided to retire.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Tom Brady Makes Revealing Comments About Steelers' Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers had many confused about their quarterback plans for the 2025 season. It was a long, drawn-out process, but finally, Aaron Rodgers made it clear he was going to spend at least the 2025 season with Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Steelers Sign S Jack Henderson To Practice Squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced they have signed S Jack Henderson to the practice squad. Pittsburgh’s practice squad now includes: DB Beanie Bishop

Will Howard News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 6

Steelers' Will Howard Ready for Opportunity

The Pittsburgh Steelers haven't gotten to see Will Howard in action since the start of the season. After suffering an injury during training camp, the sixth-round rookie has been shut down waiting for his chance.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Former Steelers Undrafted Rookie Explained How Chuck Noll Extended His Career: 'They're Getting Ready To Cut Me'

The Pittsburgh Steelers are known for their legendary run in the 1970s, as Head Coach Chuck Noll helped turn a dysfunctional basement-dweller of a team into the envy of the league.

Mike Tomlin News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers Fans Get Hit With Legit Clarity About Mike Tomlin's Defensive Control

The Pittsburgh Steelers traveled to Dublin, Ireland and managed to grab a 24-21 victory in Week 4 over the Minnesota Vikings. It was exciting for the Steelers to play in there because of the historic culture and lore that exists between the country and the Rooney family.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / October 6

Steelers own the AFC North after NFL Week 5

Everybody is still talking about Dan Orlovsky’s bitter pill prediction that the Pittsburgh Steelers would open the season 0-6, and he’s likely to draw more heat as Week 5 of the 2025 NFL regular season showcased the losses of the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, and Cleveland Browns while Pittsburgh took their bye.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 6

Former QB Blames Steelers for Lack of Development

Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Josh Dobbs had a bit of a strange adventure during his time in the Steel City, and looking back at it, he sees why development issues were a thing for him.

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DeShon Elliott News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Steelers safety DeShon Elliott takes issue with the NFL after getting hit with a big loss during his bye week

The Pittsburgh Steelers were supposed to have a grand time in Ireland after beating the Minnesota Vikings and heading into their bye week. One of the happiest players after that win was DeShon Elliott, who even hit an Irish jig as a celebration following a Steelers turnover.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 6

Steelers AFC North Odds Look Unbeatable

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 3-1 heading back to work from the Bye Week. They're coming off a win over the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, Ireland that looked like their most complete performance to date.

Roman Wilson News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Roman Wilson could be in a now-or-never situation amid injury concerns within the Pittsburgh Steelers' WR room

The Pittsburgh Steelers' WR room is on its last legs, with Mike Tomlin's weekly address likely to provide insight into how long Calvin Austin III will be out due to his shoulder injury.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / October 6

Steelers head out of their bye with a massive win in Week 5 despite Pittsburgh not playing a game

The first thing every team does when the NFL schedule is released in May, is take a look at their bye week. The Pittsburgh Steelers, having the earliest possible bye, we're probably less than pleased on first glance.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 5

Steelers' Poor Moment Helped Chiefs Owner Realize Patrick Mahomes' Full Potential

The Pittsburgh Steelers hosted the second-year quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the 2018 season. That game started brutal for the then Ben Roethlisberger-led Steelers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 5

Steelers Could Get Involved In Massive Trade With NFC Squad

As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for 13-straight games following their Week 5 bye, Omar Khan and company might be looking at potential trade targets to help the Steelers' push for an AFC North title.

Chase Claypool News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 5

Steelers Still Huge Winners in Chase Claypool Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers sent wide receiver Chase Claypool to the Chicago Bears in exchange for the 32nd pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. At the time, they were giving up a wide receiver that was a former second-round pick and who had two 800-yard seasons under his belt.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Tom Brady Sends Strong Aaron Rodgers Message on FOX After Terry Bradshaw’s Criticism of QB

Aaron Rodgers has turned a new leaf since joining the Pittsburgh Steelers. He stood up to the confidence that head coach Mike Tomlin showed in him throughout.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 5

Former Steelers WR Attempting Comeback After Injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers could use some wide receiver help after Calvin Austin III suffered a shoulder injury, leaving his availability in question for the coming weeks.

T.J. Watt News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 5

Steelers' T.J. Watt Could Make Very Rare NFL History

The Pittsburgh Steelers have one of the best defensive players of the generation, and he seems to be finding his dominant groove as the season moves on.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / October 4

Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet: Follow the AFC North during the Week 5 Bye

Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet is a weekly series featuring a quick glance at the upcoming Steelers game, including odds, records, things to watch for, and how to watch/listen to the game.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / October 3

Three Steelers who need to stand out following the bye week

The bye week came at a pivotal moment for the Steelers—a chance to regroup, refocus, and recalibrate after an uneven start. With the three quarters of the season looming and the lead in the AFC North, Pittsburgh needs more than just steady play—they need difference-makers.