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The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the offseason building a secondary deep enough to survive injuries, contract drama and whatever else September decided to throw at them.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 10

Steelers May Have A Stunning Answer Hiding In Plain Sight Within Their Secondary

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the offseason investing heavily in a secondary that was supposed to have enough proven talent to survive the inevitable turbulence of an NFL season.

Cleveland Browns News / EssentiallySports / August 28

NFL legend: Deion Sanders is 'on the edge' over Shedeur situation

NFL legend Asante Samuel says Deion Sanders is 'on the edge' over Shedeur's Browns situation

It’s seemingly clear that Deion is not happy with the Browns’ decision to name Watson the starter over Shedeur.

Browns insider reacts to theory about Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Dillon Gabriel should be Browns backup after great game makes mockery of team's QB competition

NFL writer makes intriguing prediction about Browns' QB room

Browns' Todd Monken shares final Shedeur Sanders verdict after Dillon Gabriel shines vs. Patriots

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 14

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr Gets Powerful Warning From Ben Roethlisberger About Asante Samuel Jr

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the 2026 offseason determined to improve a secondary that lacked consistency and reliable depth. General Manager Omar Khan responded by bringing back Asante Samuel Jr., signing Jamel Dean and retaining Jalen Ramsey, creating a suddenly crowded cornerback room.

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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 13

Steelers' Asante Samuel Jr And Daylen Everette Create Stunning Problem: 'They're Not Even The Starters'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent years trying to construct a secondary capable of surviving injuries, slowing down elite quarterbacks and creating game-changing turnovers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 10

Steelers' Asante Samuel Jr Reveals Exactly How He Has Improved After Scary Injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers were thrilled when then-free agent Asante Samuel Jr. decided to sign with them after being cleared from his spinal surgery. He provided the youth and depth that the team desperately needed after trying to load up on aging veterans.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 1

Steelers' Asante Samuel Jr Detailed Exactly What Ignited His Return To The NFL

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered training camp with unfortunate news as star cornerbacks Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. were placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29

Steelers’ Asante Samuel Jr Was Clear Winner On Day 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered 2026 training camp with a secondary deep enough for an established veteran to disappear inside the competition. Asante Samuel Jr.

New England Patriots News / The Spun / May 9

Former Patriots Star Asante Samuel Gets Trolled For Claim About Mike Vrabel

The biggest story in the NFL this offseason has revolved around former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. Roughly a month ago, Page Six published photos of Russini and Vrabel spending time together at a hotel in Arizona.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / March 21

Steelers considering risky offensive approach for 2026 season

Steelers considering extremely risky offensive approach for 2026 season

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a ton of change throughout the 2026 offseason thus far.

'It'd be a surprise': Steelers' Broderick Jones gets bad news

Only one team makes sense for Aaron Rodgers

Kirk Cousins seems to have made big decision about future after start of free agency

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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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Field Level Media / March 9

Report: Steelers re-signing CB Asante Samuel Jr.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are re-signing cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million contract, ESPN reported Monday. Samuel, 26, returned from spinal fusion surgery last April to play in six games (three starts) for the Steelers down the stretch in 2025.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 5

Steelers Could Bring Back Key Free Agent For Cheap Thanks To Rest Of The NFL

The Pittsburgh Steelers are only a few days away from the legal tampering period, and they still have a bunch of pending free agents that they are looking to negotiate with.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 2

Steelers left those in the league 'shocked' by taking a risk on a player no other team dared to

One of the additions Pittsburgh made in the middle of the 2025 season was cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.

Steelers reportedly think Aaron Rodgers will do this for 2026 season

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / March 1

Steelers' Asante Samuel Jr. Wears A Big Chip On His Shoulder: 'I Remember That'

The Pittsburgh Steelers got a very rare opportunity in the 2025 season, and they took advantage of it. High-level players are not usually available in the middle of the season, but Asante Samuel Jr.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 5

Former Pats star puts Brady on blast over Super Bowl comments

Former Patriots star puts Tom Brady on blast over Super Bowl comments

It was somewhat surprising to hear Brady say this week that he wasn't necessarily rooting for the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.

Patriots QB Drake Maye reveals best advice he has received from Tom Brady

Patriots OC Josh McDaniels says Drake Maye is like Tom Brady in this way

Tom Brady thinks Mike Vrabel is using this to prep Patriots for Super Bowl

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

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NFL News / Field Level Media / November 11

Reports: Steelers signing CB Asante Samuel Jr. to practice squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers are bolstering their defense with the signing of former second-round pick Asante Samuel Jr. to their practice squad, according to multiple media reports Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 11

Steelers have signed a top free agent

The Pittsburgh Steelers have added a top free agent in the middle of the season to bolster their run for the AFC North. Free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 10

49ers work out veteran cornerback ahead of Week 11

The San Francisco 49ers brought in veteran cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. for a workout on Monday, as confirmed by the NFL transaction wire. The scheduled tryout was first reported last week.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 7

Vikings Officially Host CB Asante Samuel Jr For Visit

The Minnesota Vikings officially hosted free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. for a visit on Friday. Samuel Jr is on a bit of a tour around the league right now after recently being medically cleared following offseason neck surgery.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

49ers to host CB Asante Samuel Jr. for a visit on Monday

Former Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. has been cleared to return to the field after undergoing a spinal fusion procedure in the offseason.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Should the Bears take a chance on Asante Samuel Jr?

Asante Samuel Jr. has been medically cleared to play after successful spinal fusion surgery in April, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Fowler reported that Samuel has been drawing interest across the league, and that's not exactly a surprising development.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3