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With Miles Killebrew out for the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury against the Cleveland Browns in Week 6, it appears the Pittsburgh Steelers have settled on a new special teams captain.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / October 15

Former Wolfpack Linebackers Star For NFL Teams Again

RALEIGH — Another week, another strong performance for former NC State linebacker Payton Wilson. The ex-Wolfpack standout helped the Pittsburgh Steelers to an important division victory Sunday over the Cleveland Browns, moving to 4-1 on the season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 3

Steelers Have Shocking Trade Need: Really?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are scouring the NFL to improve their own roster before this year's trade deadline. The organization has multiple areas to upgrade if they can, but there is one position being discussed that makes no sense to prioritize.

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How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 29

Steelers LB Payton Wilson’s clutch tackle on Jordan Addison sets new record

In a thrilling Week 4 matchup in Dublin, the Pittsburgh Steelers held off the Minnesota Vikings 24-21, thanks to a historic play by linebacker Payton Wilson.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29

NFL Week 4 winners, losers: Chiefs offense arrives, Matthew Stafford's still got it

With most of the NFL's Week 4 schedule in the books, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday's action. Matthew Stafford and Patrick Mahomes both had big games for their respective teams, while the Philadelphia Eagles' special teams unit came through again. Matthew Stafford, quarterback, Los Angeles Rams.

Xavier Worthy's return brings some needed juice to Chiefs offense

Undefeated Eagles haven't even played their best football yet

Dexter Lawrence's career first helps Giants earn Week 4 win

Steelers WR DK Metcalf took care of business vs. Vikings

'SNF' takeaways: Packers-Cowboys thriller ends in a tie

Bad Bunny set to headline the halftime show of Super Bowl LX

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 27

Steelers Defense Keeping One Lineup Change

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the season with sky-high expectations for their starting tandem at the middle linebacker position. Veteran Patrick Queen and second-year player Payton Wilson were slated to be a dynamic duo that could stop the run and provide All-Pro level pass coverage.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 24

Steelers' Payton Wilson Makes Shocking Statement About Defensive Scheme Being 'Really Cool'

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense had many pundits believing they would be one of the most elite units in the league heading into the 2025 NFL season. Through the first three weeks, that has not been the case.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 19

Steelers Have Surprising Player Causing Issues Within The Defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers were considered one of the favorites to have the best defense in the NFL heading into the 2025 season. Through the first two games, however, they have statistically been graded as one of the worst units in the league.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 18

Former Executive Delivers Revealing Statement About Steelers Messing Up With 1 Key Player

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had an up and down start to the 2025 regular season. The team is 1-1 and is heading into Week 3 after a heartbreaking loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and although it was just one loss, it has forced a certain level of panic within the fan base.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 14

Steelers LB Payton Wilson Gets Sick on Field

Yet another Pittsburgh Steelers defender went down after setting sick on the field before returning in the team's Week 2 home opener against the Seattle Seahawks.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 11

Steelers teammate on Aaron Rodgers' reputation: 'All that stuff is fake'

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers developed a reputation for being a "distraction" and "self-centered" but one of his current teammates doesn't see such things from the future Hall of Famer.

Steelers WR suggests certain Aaron Rodgers narrative was always silly

NFL Week 1 reactions: Overreactions or reality?

Steelers legend shares one big Aaron Rodgers concern after win over Jets

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The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 10

Steelers Giving Up on Roman Wilson, Cole Holcomb?

The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't use much of two names many expected to see in their opening game against the New York Jets. Despite a win, and a strong offensive performance, there were questions leaving MetLife Stadium, and two of them revolved around why these players didn't see much - or any - playing time.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 8

Steelers' Payton Wilson Admits Big Problem That Ruined 2024 Season Still Exists

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to barely slip past the New York Jets in an electrifying Week 1 victory. The fan base is likely stoked about how well the offense looked with Aaron Rodgers under center, but there were some concerning issues that popped up on the other side of the ball.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 8

Steelers key defender ripped apart after brutal defensive performance vs Jets: 'Needs to make more plays'

It was not an awful game by any means, but Pittsburgh is going to want to see more out of its second-year player in the near future.

Coach voices concerns about Steelers' Aaron Rodgers despite stellar outing vs. Jets

Aaron Rodgers celebrates win over Jets after stellar Steelers debut

Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

The 'Most TD catches in an NFL debut' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 29

Steelers' Speedy Defense Expected To Be Nasty In 2025 Thanks To Payton Wilson

The Pittsburgh Steelers finished up their preseason campaign with a 2-1 record, highlighted by a 19-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 20

Steelers' Payton Wilson Sends A Warning To Justin Fields Ahead Of Week 1 Clash

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the other 31 organizations in the NFL are patiently waiting for the regular season to kick off. Pittsburgh opens the season on the road in New Jersey as the Steelers will be taking on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 15

Steelers' Payton Wilson Almost Played For NFC Foe Thanks To Former Pittsburgh Super Bowl Champion

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have brought in a bunch of veterans to add to the defense in 2025, but they are still excited to see how the young players grow and develop.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / August 13

Steelers-Bucs Joint Practice: The secondary's first real test and Payton Wilson's inexperience highlight 3 things to watch on defense

The Pittsburgh Steelers have gotten out of character the last couple of years. Hopping on the trend of joint practices, Pittsburgh will welcome the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to town on Thursday for an important day of scrimmages.

NFL News / Steelers Now / November 17

Payton Wilson Makes Huge Impact in First Steelers-Ravens Game

In the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens, the Ravens busted out a play call that should have worked, with wide receiver Rashod Bateman and running back Justice Hill running a twisting route combination that was nearly perfectly designed to beat the man coverage the Steelers were in.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 31, 2024

Payton Wilson Confirms He’s Playing in Dime Packages

Pittsburgh Steelers’ third-round selection Payton Wilson ran a 4.43-second 40-yard dash in the pre-draft process, a 4.2-second short shuttle and a 6.85-second three-cone drill for an impressive 9.89 Relative Athletic Score out of 10.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 15, 2024

Steelers Rookie LB Payton Wilson Opens Up about Injury History

Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Payton Wilson, the team’s third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, slid down draft boards to the Steelers at No. 98 overall, thanks to his extensive injury history.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 11, 2024

Steelers Sign LB Payton Wilson to Rookie Contract

The Pittsburgh Steelers officially agreed to terms with linebacker Payton Wilson on a rookie contract, according to The Steelers drafted Wilson with the 98th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2024

Steelers rookie LB Payton Wilson couldn't be in a 'better situation'

Payton Wilson may be one of the biggest steals of the draft.

Steelers rookie WR hopes to 'change' team's longtime rule

Steelers rookie O-linemen can find early roles thanks to 'versatility'

Steelers first-round pick has already 'apologized' to new locker mate

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2024

Analyst says Steelers might have landed 'biggest steal of the draft'

NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks named the Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie class as one of his "favorite hauls" of the 2024 NFL Draft and thinks the class may also contain the draft's biggest steal.

Steelers running out of options for upgrade at wide receiver

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