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Steel City Underground presents “Plays of the Year” featuring the top runs, catches, hits, and everything else in between from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2024 season.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / March 19

2024 Steelers Season Recall: Doubling down on O-line on Day 2 of draft

Steel City Underground presents our 2024 Steelers Recall: a look back at Pittsburgh Steelers games and storylines from last season. The Pittsburgh Steelers were heavily focused on rebuilding their offensive line over the last few seasons.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / February 28

Which impending free agents should the Steelers bring back?

With the “legal” tampering period for NFL free agency set to begin on March 10th, teams are scrambling to re-sign their impending free agents. Determining which players the Pittsburgh Steelers re-sign involves analyzing their past performance, future potential, financial value, and the team’s overall needs.

Cameron Ward News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Steelers Now / January 13

With or Without Tomlin, Steelers Must Fix Faulty Defensive Coaching

It does not appear that the Pittsburgh Steelers will be moving on from head coach Mike Tomlin after another disappointing season. ESPN NFL insider Adam

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL News / Steelers Now / January 7

Steelers Rookies Excited, Not Worried For Playoff Rematch vs. Ravens

A couple of Steelers rookies are not allowing the lights to be too bright ahead of their wild-card matchup against the Ravens. The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for their wild-card round matchup against the Baltimore Ravens.

NFL Draft News

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

What Shedeur Sanders did wrong before NFL Draft

NFL team executive expands on what Browns' Shedeur Sanders did wrong before draft

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 30

Steelers fans get some clarity on who the problem on defense is

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to have some turmoil in the locker room, which can be a killer for teams at this time of the year. Pittsburgh already has

Does George Pickens Have a Long-Term Future with Steelers?

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Yearly NFL sacks leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 8

Steelers' Russell Wilson Gives Big Shoutout To Legendary QB Ben Roethlisberger Out Of Nowhere

The Pittsburgh Steelers avoided getting swept by the Cleveland Browns thanks to a 27-14 win, which took the team to 10-3. Numerous pundits throughout the offseason predicted that the Steelers would not even have a winning record, let alone have a shot to take the AFC North.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 6

Steelers' Russell Wilson Presents Big Red Flags To Kurt Warner

The Pittsburgh Steelers offense exploded in their 44-38 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Though one of those touchdowns came from Payton Wilson and the defense thanks to a strip sack by Nick Herbig, the offense shined brightly.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 4

Steelers' Payton Wilson Denies The Upcoming Browns Game Is About Seeking Revenge; Cites A Bigger Goal

The Pittsburgh Steelers and their quarterback, Russell Wilson, are on a tear this season. Justin Fields initially led the team to a 4-2 record while Wilson nursed a calf injury, but Wilson came in Week 7 and has gone 5-1 to make their overall record 9-3.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

Standout Rookie is Key to Steelers Defensive Success

The Pittsburgh Steelers put themselves in a great spot to win the AFC North with their Week 13 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Their offense was the best it has been in years in the 44-38 victory, racking up 520 yards and punting just once.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / December 3

5 Steelers surprises in Sunday’s win against the Bengals

Our SCU staff and contributors pick the “surprises” from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest matchup each week. Check out more below to see which plays and situations surprised us the most!

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 3

Steelers' Rookie Payton Wilson Credits Team Culture For First Career Touchdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in an absolute shootout to maintain control of the AFC North. Even though the offense was the star of the show in the team's 44-38 win, the defense managed to cause some key turnovers to turn the tide.

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 / Steeler Nation / August 14

Steelers Hit The Jackpot With Payton Wilson 'As Long As He Can Stay Healthy'

When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected linebacker Payton Wilson with the 98th pick in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, it sparked excitement among fans and analysts around the league.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 4

Steelers' Payton Wilson Detailed Latrobe Experience As 'A Great Introduction' Into The NFL

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a training camp experience unlike any other one. Teams don't hit in camp like the Steelers do, and on top of that, they make it a spectacle with a "Friday Night Lights" practice as well.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / July 26

Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews

Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.

Steelers' Russell Wilson offers update on injured calf

Steelers reporter reacts to 'heated exchange' between George Pickens, assistant

NFL insider shares Justin Fields warning for Steelers' Russell Wilson

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Pittsburgh Steelers head coaches' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / June 13

Steelers rookie excited to forego 'underwear practices'

Steelers rookie LB excited to forego 'underwear practices' and compete

Wilson does have a bit of a wait until the Steelers officially open training camp on July 25, but he can use that time to prepare for what the veterans have warned him about.

Steelers' Russell Wilson found 'fountain of youth' as QB competition heats up

Wilson believes George Pickens can be 'special receiver'

Former NFL coach shares bold claim about Steelers' Wilson, Justin Fields situation

The most eye-popping performances in NFL combine history

The 'Pittsburgh Steelers head coaches' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / May 31

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

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

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 / Steeler Nation / May 10

Steelers’ Payton Wilson Details The Truth Behind Not Having An ACL: 'A Lot Of It Is Just Hearsay'

The Pittsburgh Steelers made an electrifying move by using their 98th overall pick to select former North Carolina State linebacker Payton Wilson. This

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 10

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

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The '1,000 or more receiving yards in 2023' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 6

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

NFL head coaches with the most wins

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / May 1

Overreactions from Steelers Nation: Payton Wilson’s role in 2024

Welcome to my weekly edition of “Overreactions from Steelers Nation” a weekly column where I poke fun at fans, reporters, and so-called experts while trying to figure out if some of these hot takes are real – or just for attention.