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The Pittsburgh Steelers paid for a receiver who could change games with his hands, but some of his most revealing work lately has happened without the football anywhere near him.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Trai Essex Says Steelers Rookie Max Iheanachor Must Start at Right Tackle In Week 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 12 days away from kicking off their season when they host the Atlanta Falcons. After roster cutdowns, the Steelers still have a few questions to answer.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 4

Ex-Steelers Offensive Lineman Trai Essex Endorsed The Return Of 1 Underrated Player In 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers are working towards the 2026 season putting together a new coaching staff to round out the new regime under head coach Mike McCarthy.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 31

Essex: Steelers Offense Lacks Complete Identity And Confidence: 'Always On Our Heels'

The Pittsburgh Steelers are trying to rebound following at 13-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns in Week 17. They had won three straight prior to their loss in Cleveland.

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 / Yardbarker / November 26

'Trash': Steelers coaches under fire from former players

'Trash': Steelers coaching staff rightfully facing blistering criticism from former players

The vibes around the Pittsburgh Steelers right now are not particularly strong.

Maxx Crosby shares harsh truth about Raiders' firing of OC Chip Kelly

Panthers safety Tre'von Moehrig fate decided by NFL after low blow

Former player disappointed by Panthers QB Bryce Young's struggles in loss

Packers rookie sends message to NFL after surprising J.J. McCarthy news

Jayden Daniels explains return mindset with playoff hopes likely gone

Three players who have taken control of the NFL MVP race

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 20, 2025

Former Steelers Guard Trai Essex Predicts Team Pursue $92 Million Former All-Pro

The Pittsburgh Steelers' priorities may have changed a bit this week. Steelers fans have been waiting for the team to bring in a dependable second wide receiver since they traded Diontae Johnson last offseason.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 9, 2025

Former Steelers Lineman Trai Essex Shares A Critical Update On Pittsburgh's Offensive Line

The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense will face one of the better defensive units in all of football on Sunday. They will host the Cleveland Browns during Week 6 at Acrisure Stadium, as this will be Pittsburgh's first in-division game of 2025.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 17, 2025

Steelers Super Bowl champion blasts DC: 'This is absolute BS'

Steelers Super Bowl champion blasts DC Teryl Austin: 'This is absolute BS'

Through two weeks, the Steelers defense has looked out of sync, unprepared and unable to make the big stops when it matters most.

Mike Tomlin sends clear message to Steelers rookie after game-altering mistake

AFC scout breaks down how Aaron Rodgers looked over first two games with Steelers

Aaron Rodgers explains why he yelled at Steelers teammate

The greatest seasons by undrafted NFL rookies

The 'Single-season sack leaders by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Steelers Now / November 21, 2024

Steelers Spotlight: Trai Essex on Short-Week Football, Steelers Matchup with Cleveland Browns

Welcome to Steelers Spotlight, our new weekly interview show, where host Aaron Becker will bring in guests from outside the Steelers Now team to bring an outside perspective about issues surrounding the team.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 30, 2024

Steelers' Trai Essex Explains Exactly Why Zach Frazier Isn’t At Fault For Late Game Botched Snap

The Pittsburgh Steelers went on the road to face the Indianapolis Colts as favorites in Week 4, but quickly found themselves trailing 17-0. Despite the rough start, they mounted a comeback and had a chance to win or tie the game on their final drive of the fourth quarter.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Steeler Nation / July 31, 2024

Ex-Steelers OT Trai Essex Praises Pittsburgh For Resolving A Critical Issue That Ruined Them For The Past Two Years

The Pittsburgh Steelers have displayed a new energy, evident in the early stages of training camp. When the pads came on, the intensity heightened. On Wednesday, during camp, quarterback Justin Fields was running with the football when Elandon Roberts delivered a hit.

Steelers’ Trai Essex Reveals Exactly Where Pittsburgh Should Play Troy Fautanu

The Pittsburgh Steelers were undoubtedly thrilled with the outcome of the 2024 first round of the NFL Draft. With quarterbacks and wide receivers flying off the board, the Steelers saw their preferred options align perfectly with their draft position.