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The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a much-needed win on Sunday as the team took down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road. The game was a lot uglier than it needed to be, but the group got the win in overtime to mark Pittsburgh's first road win of the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Steelers Facing Devastating Michael Pittman Jr Injury Setback

The Pittsburgh Steelers could be without wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. for longer than initially expected, raising new questions about the team's depth at the position as the NFL trade deadline approaches.

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The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to post the fewest passing yards (while playing at least 90 percent of the offensive snaps) in a win for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 17

Steelers get new free-agent WR option after surprising release

General Manager Omar Khan should be looking at outside help, and there are some decent options available.

Former Steelers HC Mike Tomlin thinks Cowboys are toast after players-only meeting

The '2025 NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

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 / October 13

Steelers reunion now possible as former Aaron Rodgers favorite may be on the trade block

In this situation, it could make sense to go out there and acquire a veteran who can be relied on.

Steelers get more bad news at WR position with Roman Wilson update

Steelers HC Mike McCarthy beaming after win over Colts

Jaylen Warren's big plays spark Steelers past Colts

The '4 passing, 1 rushing-TD games' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Will the Steelers Sign a Wide Receiver With Roman Wilson and Michael Pittman Jr. Out?

The Pittsburgh Steelers left Acrisure Stadium on Sunday with a 34-22 win over the Indianapolis Colts and a wide receiver room that keeps getting thinner.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 12

Steelers Need to Sign a WR: Here are several options

The Pittsburgh Steelers need wide receiver help. Only a day ago, everyone was talking about this team not needing to look at the wide receiver trade market because of their young talent.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Roman Wilson injury update deals another blow to Steelers’ WR room with Michael Pittman Jr. out

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday came at a cost. They lost Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek due to a finger injury and a calf injury, respectively, further thinning the team’s receiving unit.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 12

Steelers’ win over the Indianapolis Colts may have come with a pair of losses that Pittsburgh’s offense simply can’t afford

The Pittsburgh Steelers were already bracing to play without Michael Pittman Jr. for multiple weeks after he landed on IR. Then Sunday’s win over the Indianapolis Colts made an already thin receiver room even thinner.

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.

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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 / Pro Football Rumors / October 10

Steelers Open DeShon Elliott’s Practice Window; Michael Pittman Jr. To IR

OCTOBER 10: Seeing as Pittman is expected to miss multiple weeks due to his foot injury, the Steelers have opted not to rush him back to the field. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Pittsburgh is placing the veteran receiver on injured reserve.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 9

Former Steelers Pro Bowl CB Delivers Extremely Blunt Verdict On $59 Million Contract

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the move to trade for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. in March of 2026. Following the trade, the team signed him to a three-year, $59 million contract extension.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 9

After Michael Pittman Jr. Injury, Steelers Need to Lean on Young Receivers

During the offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers made a low-risk, high-upside trade for Michael Pittman Jr. The veteran receiver was expected to complement DK Metcalf’s skill set.

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

Pittsburgh Steelers News / TWSN / October 8

Michael Pittman Jr.’s Injury Puts Pittsburgh Steelers’ Receiving Depth to the Test

The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to go a few weeks without Michael Pittman Jr. as he reaggravated his foot injury. The foot injury has already cost Pittman Jr.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

Steelers Open DeShon Elliott’s Practice Window; Michael Pittman Jr. To Miss Time

DeShon Elliott was among the players moved to injured reserve-designated for return during roster cuts. The veteran safety could soon be back in the lineup for the Steelers, though.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Field Level Media / October 8

Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) to miss multiple games

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. will not have a reunion on the field versus his former team. Pittman, in fact, will be sidelined for longer than just Sunday's game against the visiting Indianapolis Colts.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / October 8

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

The Steelers offense took a hit with the latest Pittman Jr. news.

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

Five potential NFL trades: Change of scenery for young wideouts, 49ers go all-in and more

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

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 7

Steelers' Michael Pittman Jr. now more seriously injured

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have another injury situation worth closely monitoring.

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

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

Steelers bolster secondary with two new additions amid depth concerns

The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers 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.

Pittsburgh Steelers 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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 3

What Happened With Steelers’ Michael Pittman Jr. in Week 4?

In Week 1, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. had a solid debut. He didn’t put up eye-popping numbers, but he made critical first-down catches and created yards after the catch against a good Falcons secondary.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 25