Coming into the season, former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Chris Hoke had quite a few reservations about Russell Wilson as the starting quarterback for the Steelers, especially after a rough performance against the Buffalo Bills in the preseason. There were concerns about the overall fit in Arthur Smith’s scheme, Wilson’s lack of mobility at this […]
A weekly series I’ll do that captures the forgotten and hidden plays that helped the Pittsburgh Steelers win—or lose. Not the touchdowns, turnovers, or plays that will make the Monday morning highlights—the little ones that, looking back, played a key role in the outcome. I’ll start off with a hidden moment that helped Pittsburgh beat […]
One of the biggest flaws of Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth’s game has been his blocking, but in 2024, it seems as if Freiermuth has turned a corner and become someone the Steelers can count on to block and make plays in the run game. “I’ve struggled in the past but shoutout Artie Smith for […]
File this story away for free agency four years from now. The Pittsburgh Steelers are typically private about their pre-draft rankings. Who they like, who they don’t, and they’re famous for rarely commenting on individual players before each draft. But Mike Tomlin offered up a transparent take to his nickel corner rankings for the 2024 […]
Being a starter as an undrafted rookie puts a target on your back. That target only gets bigger when the team unit you are a starter on is an elite defense. That’s the reality Beanie Bishop Jr. faces as the Steelers’ starting slot cornerback, one he is very aware of. “I understand that I’m an […]
The real Pat Freiermuth doesn’t have to stand-up. We know who he is. He’s been the same guy in 2024 since being drafted in 2021. A sure-handed receiver, gritty after the catch, and a below-average blocker. But the real life Pat Freiermuth is standing up. Literally. Combining all those factors and under new offensive coordinator […]
When the Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran safety DeShon Elliott to a two-year, $6 million dollar in free agency, it was a move that largely flew under the radar, and rightfully so. Elliott was set to join his fourth team in four years after previously spending time with the Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins. […]
As we do every week to get you ready for the upcoming game, our X-factor of the week. Sometimes it’s a player, unit, concept or scheme. Here’s our Pittsburgh Steelers’ X-factor of the game against the New York Giants. STEELERS VS. GIANTS X FACTOR: STEELERS’ PASS RUSH Over the past two weeks, the Steelers have […]
Breaking down the one sack the Pittsburgh Steelers allowed in their 37-15 win over the New York Jets in Week 7. 2ND AND 20, 4:34 2ND, 13 PERSONNEL, SEVEN BLOCK VS. FOUR-MAN RUSH The Steelers only allowed one sack this week, and it was clearly the fault of OT Broderick Jones. The 2023 first-round pick […]
There were a number of flashy throws made by Russell Wilson in his Pittsburgh Steeler, but one of them looked somewhat routine upon first watch. Going back through the tape, it is very clear that it was Wilson’s best play of the game. Bill Belichick and Peyton Manning agree and showered him with praise for […]
Russell Wilson isn’t the same player he once was, but in his first action with the Pittsburgh Steelers, he didn’t look done yet. Wilson threw for 264 yards and two touchdowns against the New York Jets, with some great deep shots included. However, not everyone loved Wilson’s performance. Former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms […]
So far this season, special teams have been a big X factor for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In the last there games alone, the Steelers have blocked three kicks, helping them go 2-1 in that span. They’ve blocked two field goals and a punt and should have had a blocked extra point against the New York […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers have opened the 21-day practice window for ILB/ST Tyler Matakevich. He is designated to return and can now resume practicing. The Steelers have 21 days to make a decision to move him from IR back to the 53-man roster. If he doesn’t get activated and the window closes, he would then revert […]
One of the big mysteries of the season for many is what has been going on with third-round rookie WR Roman Wilson. The Pittsburgh Steelers have been short on talent at wide receiver to the point where they have been reportedly involved in just about every wide receiver trade conversation since March, yet they still […]
While the offensive line had a pretty solid showing overall in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 37-15 win over the New York Jets in Week 7, the one sack the team allowed was the fault of OT Broderick Jones, who’s had an inconsistent, at best, season. However, head coach Mike Tomlin said he’s happy with Jones’ development […]
In Pittsburgh, the quarterback controversy in Pittsburgh has calmed down. In Tennessee, Titans head coach Brian Callahan is trying to offer clarity, too. Speaking to reporters today, he made clear Mason Rudolph will only remain the team’s starter until Will Levis is healthy and that the latter will play once he’s cleared from a recurring […]
George Pickens has had an interesting season so far for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He came out of the gate hot, making several impressive catches, but after an ugly few weeks, there were a lot of questions surrounding him. However, against the New York Jets, he was at his best, being a huge reason why the […]
UPDATE (4:21 PM): Speaking to reporters after the game, New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll says Daniel Jones will start at QB next Monday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Giants coach Brian Daboll said Daniel Jones will still be the starting quarterback next Monday night in Pittsburgh. pic.twitter.com/XzgISRsJMC — Ralph Vacchiano (@RalphVacchiano) October 20, 2024 […]
After seeing Snoop Dogg in Week 5, it’s Pittsburgh native and famous actor Michael Keaton introducing the football world to Sunday night’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets. The SNF account tweeted out the open that will be played ahead of tonight’s game. “When you’re from where I’m from, Western PA just […]
With Pittsburgh Steelers C Zach Frazier out for tonight’s game against the New York Jets, Ryan McCollum is slated to make his first start for the Steelers tonight. McCollum has been on Pittsburgh’s practice squad for the majority of the last two seasons, and Mike Tomlin said he’s excited for McCollum to get his opportunity […]
Breaking down the three sacks the Pittsburgh Steelers allowed in their 32-13 Week 6 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. 2ND AND 10, 6:04 2ND, 13 PERSONNEL, SEVEN BLOCK VS SIX-MAN RUSH It’s a horrible, no good, very bad play call. The Detroit Lions executed this same play design well on a touchdown pass to […]
Season 15, Episode 40 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning episode, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers as they continue to prepare for their Week 7 Sunday night home game against the New York Jets. We go over the Steelers’ Thursday injury […]
Win the next game. That’s all the Pittsburgh Steelers are focused on. For former NFL defensive lineman Chris Canty, Russell Wilson gives them the best chance to accomplish that versus the New York Jets. Weighing in on the team’s quarterback dilemma, start Wilson or stick with Fields, Canty thinks Wilson has the best shot to […]
Mike Tomlin didn’t declare a change at quarterback but during his Tuesday press conference where he talked up what QB Russell Wilson has to offer, it sure seems like change is coming. Former QB J.T. O’Sullivan took issue with Tomlin’s commentary of why Wilson is being considered to start Sunday night against the visiting New […]
George Pickens has been in the headlines recently, unfortunately not for his spectacular catches. Clips of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ No. 1 wideout jogging on several routes against the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday went viral. Questions about his effort have surfaced multiple times throughout his young career, with one noteworthy instance occurring late last season when […]
Another year, another quarterback dilemma. Even before QB Kenny Pickett’s ankle injury last year, there were rumors and discussions over whether the team should bench Pickett and try someone else at quarterback. To open the offense and avoid the 10-7 slugfests. But Mike Tomlin stood by Pickett until his injury, citing the team’s winning record […]
With it seeming likely that Russell Wilson will make his first start for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football this week, it is fair to wonder how much rust he might have from rehabbing his calf injury for almost six weeks. Especially considering the fact that he missed most of training camp as well. […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be making a change at quarterback even if Mike Tomlin won’t plainly state it yet. Justin Fields has had flashes of greatness, but he’s also struggled with consistency. The Steelers have had a tough time throwing the ball, being 28th in passing yards per game. When asked about stats like […]Season 15, Episode 38 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning episode, Alex Kozora and I get right into talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers beating the Las Vegas Raiders on the road Sunday afternoon to improve to 4-2 on the 2024 season. We go over the pregame inactive list […]
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Russell Wilson is officially active for the first time this season and for the first time with the Steelers. He’ll be the No. 2 quarterback and immediate backup to Justin Fields for today’s Week 6 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Steelers just issued their inactive list and designated QB Kyle […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers released their list of players who will be inactive for their Week 6 Sunday afternoon regular-season road game against the Las Vegas Raiders and, as expected, a few players from the visiting team will miss the contest due to an injury. After being officially ruled out for the Sunday afternoon game on […]
After dropping two straight very winnable games, it might feel like panic-time for the Pittsburgh Steelers. After starting 3-0 and flying high on top of the AFC North, the Steelers are now 3-2 and now sitting behind the 3-2 Baltimore Ravens for first place in the division. It is easy from the outside looking in […]
Breaking down the three sacks the Pittsburgh Steelers allowed in their 20-17 Week 5 loss against the Dallas Cowboys. 2ND AND 10, 5:35 1ST, 11 PERSONNEL, FIVE BLOCK VS. FOUR-MAN RUSH Welcome to the sack breakdown, Isaac Seumalo. Seumalo wasn’t bad in his debut overall, but this is a play he’d like to forget. He […]
Late in the Week 5 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, just two plays before the game-winning touchdown pass from Dak Prescott to Jalen Tolbert, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts made a highlight-reel play. By now, you’ve seen it. Roberts leaped over the line of scrimmage at the goal line, hit Dallas running back Rico Dowdle […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers are at a crossroads in their season for multiple reasons. For one, they are at risk of falling to .500 after a 3-0 start. With the backloaded schedule after the bye week, they need a buffer to compete down the stretch. But the quarterback situation is also at a critical point. Russell […]
In hindsight, maybe putting the heat on Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott would’ve gotten the Pittsburgh Steelers a win instead of a heartbreaking loss. But as has been the defense’s personality all season, the Steelers have attempted to win by rushing their front four instead of extra people. And so DC Teryl Austin opted against […]
The New York Giants could be without star pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux for their Week 8 primetime matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Giants head coach Brian Daboll revealed Thibodeaux is “week to week” after undergoing surgery to repair a broken bone in his wrist. #Giants standout pass-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux suffered a fractured scaphoid bone in […]
For the second week in a row, the Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a tough loss, this time waiting until fourth and goal to lose. With the second straight loss, the Steelers are also in a free fall in power rankings across the NFL landscape. After climbing inside the top 10 in recent weeks, the […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers EDGE duo of T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig put on a masterclass against the Dallas Cowboys until Herbig left the game with a hamstring injury. But before exiting, Herbig had half a sack and a tackle for a loss, and he wound up as PFF’s highest-graded EDGE rusher for the week ahead […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers released their list of players who will be inactive for their Week 5 Sunday night regular-season home game against the Dallas Cowboys and, as expected, a few players from the home team will miss the contest due to an injury. After being officially ruled out for the Sunday night game on the […]
There have now been several credible sources reporting that the Pittsburgh Steelers are interested in the Davante Adams trade sweepstakes. Now we have Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac confirming that the Steelers have inquired about Adams with the Las Vegas Raiders, though there are “many questions to be resolved,” according to Dulac on X. “Chief among […]
Before the Pittsburgh Steelers finish off the night and put a bow on AFC North action, the three others in the division battled it out during the afternoon slate of Sunday games. The Baltimore Ravens secured a thrilling 41-38 overtime win while the Cleveland Browns looked lost at sea, blown out by the red-hot Washington […]
Though it happened earlier than expected, Mason McCormick will start his second NFL game tonight and his first at home in front of Steelers’ Nation. He might be a rookie but with over 50 college starts, he’s wise beyond his years. And ready to meet the moment. McCormick spoke to what it means to represent […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers came up just short against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 4, and it was their own fault. They made too many mistakes, digging themselves into a deep hole early on. It sounds like the team beat themselves up over that performance, too. Dan Moore Jr. recently stated that the Steelers seek redemption […]
In his first three seasons with the Chicago Bears, quarterbkac Justin Fields found himself working under two different offensive coordinators as things changed rapidly year after year for the former Ohio State quarterback. There was Bill Lazor in 2021, and then Luke Getsy in 2022 and 2023. Though he had some good moments in Chicago, […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers hired Arthur Smith this offseason to rejuvenate and reshape their offense. After three years of Matt Canada as offensive coordinator, they needed something more stable. Although they didn’t crack 20 points until Week 3, the Steelers were 3-0 by then. Yet they fell short this past Sunday in their highest-scoring affair to […]
One of the most noticeable things early in the 2024 NFL season is that QB play just hasn’t been as good as in past seasons, and former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger attributes it to the college game. During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Roethlisberger said that quarterbacks not getting in a huddle […]
After one of the worst statistical rushing performances in recent Pittsburgh Steelers history, the focus this week is on RB Najee Harris and his quiet start to a contract year. Sitting at 3.4 yards per carry without a rushing touchdown and watching Cordarrelle Patterson find daylight last Sunday in the Steelers’ loss to the Indianapolis […]
For Sunday Night Football matchups, it doesn’t get any bigger than the Pittsburgh Steelers versus the Dallas Cowboys. It will likely be one of the most-watched games in the NFL this season because of the size and the history of the two fan bases. The Cowboys are trying to hang on after a rocky start […]
Not only do the Pittsburgh Steelers have interest in WR Davante Adams, they’re actively talking to the Las Vegas Raiders about a trade. According to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, the Steelers and Raiders have had discussions and are keeping “an open line of communication” about a possible deal. The Pittsburgh Steelers are interested in trading […]Ryan Clark had the uniform. He had the starting spot. He had the contract. But it wasn’t until he laid out for one specific hit that he trul...
