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Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Is Likely Not Comfortable With The Solution To Pittsburgh's Receiver Woes

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still struggling to have any sort of consistency on offense. Head Coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers were expected to use their experience together to take this unit to the next level.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / October 7

Steelers bolster secondary with two new additions amid depth concerns

The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t wasting any time addressing what has quickly become a depth concern in their secondary. Within a matter of days, Pittsburgh has added two cornerbacks to its 53-man roster from other teams’ practice squads, first signing veteran Sean Murphy-Bunting from Tampa Bay before adding Terell Smith from Washington.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 7

Ben Roethlisberger Issues Challenge To Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Ahead Of Colts Showdown

Pittsburgh has relied on Rodgers to provide stability and efficiency, but Roethlisberger wants to see the offense push the football downfield in this matchup.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Steelers Have a Very Odd Advantage Over Colts

It’s no mystery that the Pittsburgh Steelers have one of the tougher venues to play in. Whether it’s the swirling winds from the confluence of the rivers, the harsh late-season elements, or the Pittsburgh faithful making noise and waving their Terrible Towels, the Steelers have plenty of advantages at home.

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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 / October 7

Jaylen Warren Stands Alone on One NFL Rushing Chart, and It Complicates Rico Dowdle's Return

Good blocking makes every running back look better, which makes it hard to know who deserves the credit. A chart from analyst Ben Baldwin sorts that out, and it puts Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren in a spot no other back occupies.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 7

Punturi Panic Meter: Steelers Reaching Boiling Point

Some losses sting more than others, and for the Pittsburgh Steelers, their Week 4 defeat at the hands of the Cleveland Browns was just that. Any AFC North loss is a difficult blow, but the Steelers were exposed in Week 4.

Cameron Heyward News / NFL Analysis Network / October 7

Cam Heyward wants NFL scheduling rule change using Steelers-Browns example, ‘I don’t think that’s right’

Pittsburgh Steelers veteran Cam Heyward is calling for change in the NFL schedule. Cam Heyward and the Pittsburgh Steelers have had time to reflect since their narrow Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Mike McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Steelers’ Mike McCarthy gets real about Pittsburgh’s ‘self reflection’ day after Browns loss

The Pittsburgh Steelers are not pretending everything is fine. Following their painful 27-24 last-second loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football, Mike McCarthy canceled Pittsburgh’s scheduled Tuesday practice.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Steelers’ Michael Pittman Jr. shares powerful story of overcoming a childhood struggle

The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has battled through injuries this season, but despite the physical challenges, he has still managed to suit up for three games.

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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.

Ben Roethlisberger News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Ben Roethlisberger Calls Out Steelers' Embarrassing Defensive Flaw

The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty to correct following their 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns, but Ben Roethlisberger believes one of their biggest problems was also one of the most basic.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers' Michael Pittman Jr Gets Seriously Questioned As Lingering Injury Issue Continues

The Pittsburgh Steelers will return home looking to put their Week 4 loss on the road to the Cleveland Browns far behind them. As they welcome the Indianapolis Colts to Acrisure Stadium, they look to carry over some momentum on offense as it has looked better the past two weeks.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers Legend Ben Roethlisberger Questions Aaron Rodgers' Critical Decision

The Pittsburgh Steelers had one final opportunity to steal a victory against the Cleveland Browns, but former quarterback Ben Roethlisberger wasn't completely sold on how Aaron Rodgers handled the final 10 seconds.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

AFC Notes: Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers

Bengals HC Zac Taylor still has faith in his team after back-to-back one-score losses to the Steelers and Jaguars. “I am allowed to see the silver lining, and that this team’s got a lot of fight,” Taylor said, via CLNS’ Mike Petraglia.

Jaylen Warren News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers Seriously Urged To Make Jaylen Warren The Center Of Their Offense Ahead Of Week 5 Matchup

The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense has been hot and cold to start the 2026 regular season. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the pass catchers have connected on some big plays, but have failed to move the ball consistently.

Aaron Rodgers News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Steelers Land Dynamic New Aaron Rodgers Replacement Prediction

Tankathon’s latest 2027 NFL mock draft has Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss coming off the board at No. 13 overall to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a first-round projection that puts a dual-threat passer in range of a franchise already treating this season as Aaron Rodgers’ last.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 6

Steelers' Biggest Worry Should Be Evident With Mighty Challenge Ahead

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a rough spot currently after losing a big game to the Cleveland Browns in Week 4. Had Pittsburgh been able to win that game, the Steelers would have been on top of the AFC North heading into Week 5.

Rico Dowdle News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Rico Dowdle Makes Injury Admission After 2 Missed Steelers Games

Rico Dowdle revealed new details about the toe injury that has sidelined him for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ past two games. The running back said he dislocated the same toe twice during Pittsburgh’s Week 2 loss to the New England Patriots.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Steelers Need More From Their Offseason Payday Defenders

One of the sticking points for fans regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers trading away Joey Porter Jr. is the fact that the team paid the rest of his draft classmates.

K.J. Henry News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Steelers Make Three Roster Moves

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced they have signed CB Terell Smith to the 53-man roster off the Commanders’ practice squad. The Steelers also signed LB K.J.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / October 7

Steelers players react to 'clean house' comments from McCarthy

Steelers players react to eyebrow-raising 'clean house' comments from Mike McCarthy

McCarthy raised eyebrows when he said on Monday that "we need to clean our own house" because "our house is not clean right now," coming off Pittsburgh's 27-24 prime-time loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Mike McCarthy expands on heated moment with Aaron Rodgers during Steelers' loss to Browns

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Derrick Harmon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

Steelers Placing DT Derrick Harmon On IR

Per ESPN’s Brooke Pryor, Steelers HC Mike McCarthy said they are placing DT Derrick Harmon on injured reserve. Harmon suffered a foot injury in the team’s loss on Thursday night against the Browns in Week 4.

Sean Murphy-Bunting News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Steelers To Sign CB Sean Murphy-Bunting Off Buccaneers’ Practice Squad

In need of healthy cornerback options, the Steelers are in line to add a veteran to the mix. Sean Murphy-Bunting is being signed off the Buccaneers’ practice squad, The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero reports.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Steelers Could Place DT Derrick Harmon On IR; CB Jamel Dean To Miss Time

The Steelers saw defensive tackle Derrick Harmon and cornerback Jamel Dean exit Thursday night’s loss. Both players are now in line for missed time. Harmon was carted off the field with a foot injury, and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports an absence of multiple weeks is in store.