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Joey Porter Jr. Mock Trades: See what the Pittsburgh Steelers would receive in return for their budding star at cornerback

Over the weekend, one NFL insider raised the idea that teams wonder if the Pittsburgh Steelers would be willing to trade Joey Porter Jr. While we have no evidence that this will happen, it doesn’t hurt to see what the market would look like.

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Steelers’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ roster is talented enough to create difficult decisions. That said, the decision to carry as many as four quarterbacks makes every other position battle exponentially more complicated.

Bill Cowher News / EssentiallySports / August 24

Steelers Legend Bill Cowher Reveals Why He Never Returned to NFL Coaching After Leaving at Just 49

Bill Cowher walked away from coaching at an age when most NFL coaches are still firmly in the middle of their careers. After 15 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and a Super Bowl title, Cowher stepped down at 49 following the 2006 season.

Kaden Wetjen News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Electric Rookie Has One Dangerous Habit That Can Erase Everything Else

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted one of college football's most dangerous return specialists because putting the ball in his hands can change field position in a hurry.

Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000 passing yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most passing & rushing TD games' quiz

Rayshawn Jenkins News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Rayshawn Jenkins' Strong Preseason Debut Could Open Door in Steelers Secondary

One of the late training camp pickups for the Pittsburgh Steelers was the signing of Rayshawn Jenkins. The nine-year veteran came to Pittsburgh to add depth at safety, though the team could still use a traditional free safety.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Elandon Roberts News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Elandon Roberts Puts NFL On Notice With Fierce 'I'm Back' Moment

The Pittsburgh Steelers brought linebacker Elandon Roberts back because they already understood the physicality, leadership and experience he could add to their defense.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Kaleb Johnson Makes Startling Admission About Uncertain Future

The Pittsburgh Steelers expected Kaleb Johnson to bring power, vision and immediate upside to their backfield after selecting him in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Laith Marjan News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23

Steelers Tried Out Three Cornerbacks, Released K Laith Marjan

According to Nick Farabaugh, the Steelers worked out three players on Sunday, including cornerbacks Dee Williams, Eli Ricks, and Jaylon Guilbeau. Ray Fittipaldo reported that the team also waived backup kicker Laith Marjan, who missed a kick in the team’s preseason game against the Jets.

Mason McCormick News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Mason McCormick Says Steelers' Line 'Wasn't Good Enough' With Preseason Concluding

The Pittsburgh Steelers have not gotten the start they wanted from their offensive line. Troy Fautanu and Dylan Cook appeared to bounce back from difficult performances in the first preseason game, but the depth behind them remains a major concern.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Called Out For Overthinking Critical Offensive Line Decision

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent months searching for the right combination along their offensive line. Mark Kaboly believes Mike McCarthy may now be carrying that process too far, potentially sacrificing immediate chemistry while preparing for hypothetical injuries that have not happened.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Steelers’ Joey Porter Jr. Urged to Consider Drastic Action

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. finds himself at the center of swirling contract and trade speculation as the 2026 NFL season approaches, with one franchise legend offering blunt advice on how to handle the situation.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

'He's Giving His Best Effort': Steelers' Yahya Black Draws Big Time Praise From Patrick Graham

The Pittsburgh Steelers did not have a lot of positives in their 17-0 loss on Friday evening. One of the few great things to take away is how well the front seven played, especially against the run.

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The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Former Steelers WR Ends High School’s 101-Game Losing Streak in Historic First Game as Head Coach

For years, Columbia High School had become accustomed to losing. The Alabama program entered Saturday night carrying a 101-game losing streak that stretched back to 2015.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers Are Turning A Forgotten Receiver Into A Secret Weapon

The Pittsburgh Steelers are trying to make one of their receivers increasingly difficult to locate before the snap. Inside on one play, outside on the next, perhaps motioning somewhere else before the defense has finished sorting out the first picture.

Will Howard News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Will Howard's Rough Preseason Night Raises Real Concern for His Future

One of the concerns going into the second preseason game for the Pittsburgh Steelers was raised by Mark Kaboly of the Pat McAfee Show. Will Howard was set to start the entire first half of the contest, giving him an opportunity to prove himself.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 23

What Will Howard said about dreadful preseason performance that may have punted away Steelers roster spot

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Steelers continued their preseason slate with an ugly 17-0 loss at home to the New York Jets. It was a particularly difficult performance for rising second-year quarterback Will Howard, who completed ten of his 15 pass attempts but threw two interceptions and registered just 74 yards of passing in his time on the field.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

'Really Good': Steelers' Dynamic Defender Is Starting To Get Noticed

The Pittsburgh Steelers' second preseason game of 2026 had a lot of disappointment as they fell 17-0 to the New York Jets. Head Coach Mike McCarthy and his staff will go back to the drawing board as they regroup before one final preseason contest ahead of the 2026 NFL regular season.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / August 23

'Jets Could Be In The Mix': Steelers Have Potential Trade Partner In New York

The Pittsburgh Steelers are nearing the end of the 2026 NFL preseason and still have a lot of questions around how the final 53-man roster will shake out.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 23

Steelers Desperately Need Their First-Round Rookie Back

The Pittsburgh Steelers can't go into the regular season with the offensive line they have right now. After two preseason games, one thing is beyond clear - the right tackle position isn't good enough.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Steelers Must Get Drew Allar Reps With Starters if Aaron Rodgers Sits Finale

It wasn’t a night to remember for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their second preseason game. Friday night was filled with rough performances as the Steelers were shut out 17-0 by the New York Jets.

Derrick Harmon News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Troubling Analysis Paints Steelers' Derrick Harmon As A Complete Bust

Investing in the trenches for the Pittsburgh Steelers has been a major focus for Omar Khan and Andy Weidl dating back to the 2023 offseason. All four of the organization's first-round picks in the NFL Drafts since have played on the line, with three of them being offensive tackles.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Will Howard Had Strange Issue Brewing Before Jets Meltdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers handed Will Howard his first NFL start on Friday night, creating an opportunity for the young quarterback to strengthen his standing in a crowded room.

Drew Allar News / Steel City Underground / August 23

Watch: Drew Allar adjusts for big play to Lake McCree

Steel City Underground presents Plays of the Game: highlighting the biggest moments and game-changing plays from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest matchup.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22

Steelers To Keep QBs Will Howard, Drew Allar On 53-Man Roster

The Steelers are planning to keep both Will Howard and Drew Allar on their 53-man roster, per Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. That will likely cause the team to carry four quarterbacks heading into the regular season with starter Aaron Rodgers assured a spot and Mason Rudolph expected to reprise his role as the backup.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / August 20

Steelers' Kuntz sets high bar for Rudolph, Howard, Allar

Steelers' Christian Kuntz sets high bar for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar

Future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers will begin the 2026 regular season as the starting quarterback of the Steelers, but he is expected to retire following the campaign.

Steelers want to see this from Will Howard with roster spot in jeopardy

Steelers' Mike McCarthy explains interesting QB plan for Jets game

Why Steelers' Mason Rudolph is jealous of Will Howard, Drew Allar

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz