How Steelers’ bye-week Festivus, new ‘ground rules’ spurred a second-half surge
1 year, 11 months ago

How Steelers’ bye-week Festivus, new ‘ground rules’ spurred a second-half surge

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers slunk off the gridiron at Lincoln Financial Field on Oct. 30 with a losing record and shaken confidence. I can’t do everything.” GO DEEPER Najee Harris clarifies 'I can't do everything' comment, says he's not 'pointing fingers' If there was ever a team that needed a bye week, it was the Steelers. Much like the holiday depicted in “Seinfeld,” the Steelers’ offense gathered to air their grievances and chart a path for the second half of the season. Mapping the Steelers' narrow road to the playoffs “For us to come back in the bye week and really set a standard and set some ground rules of what it’s going to be like coming in, I think that just changed and sparked a lot of stuff in the locker room,” Harris said. In the eight games before the bye week, the Steelers’ offense ranked last in scoring per game, 28th in total offense, 25th in rushing and 24th in passing yards.

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Burrow throws 3 TD passes and Bengals keep playoff hopes alive with 24-6 victory over Browns
21 hours, 33 minutes ago

Burrow throws 3 TD passes and Bengals keep playoff hopes alive with 24-6 victory over Browns

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow threw three touchdown passes, including one as he was falling to the turf, and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 24-6 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Ja’Marr Chase had six catches for 97 yards and a garbage-time touchdown for Cincinnati to reach 1,510 yards this season and break his …

The aching Steelers still control their destiny in the AFC North. Their grasp, however, is slipping
23 hours, 56 minutes ago

The aching Steelers still control their destiny in the AFC North. Their grasp, however, is slipping

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Technically, the standings still show the Pittsburgh Steelers atop the AFC North. While the Steelers still have everything in front of them even after a 34-17 loss in Baltimore on Saturday in which a pair of Russell Wilson turnovers and a battered defense starting to show signs of wear allowed the Ravens to pull away, the grasp they …

Steelers miss chance to clinch AFC North because of ‘two negative plays’
1 day, 16 hours ago

Steelers miss chance to clinch AFC North because of ‘two negative plays’

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — All season long, the Pittsburgh Steelers have depended on a standard formula for winning: stop the run, protect the ball, force the opponent into mistakes. And we didn’t do that either.” Pittsburgh came into the game tied for first in the NFL with a plus-18 turnover differential. The Steelers picked off Lamar Jackson early in the fourth quarter …

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14
2 weeks ago

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Cam Heyward has been on good teams before. Russell Wilson threw for 158 yards and two touchdowns, Heyward recorded two sacks and the Steelers beat the Cleveland Browns 27-14 on Sunday even with leading receiver George Pickens watching from the sideline while missing the first game of his career due to a groin injury. “I don’t believe the …

The Steelers look to avoid another misstep against the Browns, 2 weeks after losing in the snow
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The Steelers look to avoid another misstep against the Browns, 2 weeks after losing in the snow

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The video is still fresh. Browns linebacker Jordan Hicks — who was 11 the last time Cleveland won in the Steel City in the regular season — said the chance to damage an opponent’s playoff hopes or seeding can definitely propel a team this time of year. Newsome scuffled with Steelers wide receiver George Pickens following the last …

AFC North-leading Steelers eye revenge against the Browns after upset loss in snow last month
2 weeks, 3 days ago

AFC North-leading Steelers eye revenge against the Browns after upset loss in snow last month

Associated Press  

Cleveland at Pittsburgh Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Steelers by 6 1/2. Afterward, Newsome called the fiery Pickens “a fake tough guy.” Key injuries Browns: WR Cedric Tillman has been out since being hurt on a hard hit in the third quarter against the Steelers last month. Stats and stuff Their playoff hopes long over, the Browns …

Steelers transformed the way they do business in the offseason. The results have been dramatic
1 month, 1 week ago

Steelers transformed the way they do business in the offseason. The results have been dramatic

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — On the surface, the call was risky, but only to those who haven’t been paying attention to how the Pittsburgh Steelers go about their business these days. The offense continued to sputter under Matt Canada and the NFL’s most expensive defense made enough plays to keep the Steelers competitive but not enough to close the gap between Pittsburgh …

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win

The Independent  

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Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium

Associated Press  

The Steelers look to keep their Monday night home dominance going against the reeling Giants in a crucial AFC clash. The Giants, who have struggled to protect Daniel Jones, will need to slow down Najee Harris and Dexter Lawrence to keep their offense afloat. The Steelers' defense, led by T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, will be looking to generate pressure …

Steelers followed their blueprint vs. Raiders, but the elephant in the room remains
2 months, 1 week ago

Steelers followed their blueprint vs. Raiders, but the elephant in the room remains

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — To tell the story of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 32-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, you have to start a decade ago and several states away in Madison, Wis. “I carried that with me, and it’s been something I try to do, especially when you get in those situations.” With the Steelers down three outside …

Najee Harris, Steelers run over Raiders in Las Vegas: Key takeaways
2 months, 1 week ago

Najee Harris, Steelers run over Raiders in Las Vegas: Key takeaways

New York Times  

NFL Week 6 scores and live updates: Bears beat Jaguars in London, channel, highlights, analysis, stats By Mike DeFabo, Tashan Reed, Vic Tafur and Chris Licata Justin Fields, Najee Harris and the Pittsburgh Steelers cruised through Las Vegas on Sunday on the way to their fourth win of the season, securing a 32-13 road victory over the reeling Raiders. — …

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Steelers by 2 Series record: Colts lead 24-19 Against the spread: Pittsburgh 3-0, Colts 2-1 Last meeting: Colts won 30-13 in Indianapolis on Dec. 16, 2023. Last week: Steelers beat Chargers 20-10 in Pittsburgh; Colts beat Bears 21-16 in Indianapolis Steelers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Steelers defense: overall, …

The Steelers want to dominate on the ground, but one element is still missing
2 months, 4 weeks ago

The Steelers want to dominate on the ground, but one element is still missing

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — As the Pittsburgh Steelers offense trotted onto the field Sunday at Acrisure Stadium with a 10-point lead and just under five minutes remaining on the clock, running back Najee Harris had a message in the huddle. I know I do, so y’all boys lead the way.’” To that point, the Los Angeles Chargers’ stingy defense had limited Pittsburgh …

The Steelers’ most compelling position battle? That might be CB2
7 months ago

The Steelers’ most compelling position battle? That might be CB2

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — Darius Rush has spent less than one year in the NFL. However, when coach Will Muschamp moved on after the 2020 season, Rush transitioned to cornerback for his final two seasons, where his production and 4.36 40-yard dash speed made him one of the top 10 corners in The Athletic draft analyst Dane Brugler’s 2023 rankings. When the …

Mike Tomlin and the Steelers didn’t panic during their December swoon. Now they’re in the playoffs
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tomlin and the Steelers didn’t panic during their December swoon. Now they’re in the playoffs

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers hold a team meeting every Monday afternoon. It was there during an awful stretch from mid-November to mid-December that saw them drop four of five games, fire embattled offensive coordinator Matt Canada, and have former players that used to dot Tomlin’s locker room — Ben Roethlisberger chief among them — question whether the “Steeler Way” …

Steelers move a step closer to playoffs with win over Ravens
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Steelers move a step closer to playoffs with win over Ravens

LA Times  

Mason Rudolph threw a 71-yard touchdown pass to Diontae Johnson on the first play of the fourth quarter, and the Pittsburgh Steelers took a step toward the postseason with a 17-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. After Baltimore’s Gus Edwards lost a fumble, the Steelers kicked a field goal with 3:13 remaining. The Ravens didn’t manage a first …

The Steelers’ pursuit of a playoff berth in the present has led to questions about the future
11 months, 2 weeks ago

The Steelers’ pursuit of a playoff berth in the present has led to questions about the future

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin doesn’t want to talk about the future. Considering the Pittsburgh Steelers still have plenty to play for when their topsy-turvy regular season wraps up on Saturday in Baltimore with a chance to inch toward a playoff berth that seemed unlikely just two weeks ago, that’s probably wise. No matter how the weekend goes, given Pittsburgh’s wildly …

Steelers keep playoff hopes alive into Week 18 with 30-23 win over Seahawks
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers keep playoff hopes alive into Week 18 with 30-23 win over Seahawks

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — The punishing runs from Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren and a handful of clutch throws from Mason Rudolph have lifted the Pittsburgh Steelers into the final week of the regular season with their playoff hopes still alive. “I thought we got appropriate efforts from all parties involved and not to minimize it, it was just a critical time, …

Steelers end 3-game skid, beat Bengals 34-11 behind Mason Rudolph
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Steelers end 3-game skid, beat Bengals 34-11 behind Mason Rudolph

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mason Rudolph and embattled receiver George Pickens connected for two long touchdowns, and the Pittsburgh Steelers kept their fading playoff hopes alive, beating the Cincinnati Bengals 34-11 on Saturday. Rudolph, making his first start in two years in place of the injured Kenny Pickett and the ineffective Mitch Trubisky, hit Pickens for an 86-yard catch-and-run score on Pittsburgh’s …

Steelers LB Myles Jack active for first time since being lured out of retirement. Rudolph starts
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Steelers LB Myles Jack active for first time since being lured out of retirement. Rudolph starts

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Myles Jack’s “retirement” is officially over. The veteran inside linebacker is active for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday for the first time since the club lured him out of retirement a month ago. Pittsburgh star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick also is out with a knee injury while Elijah Riley returns after a month on injured reserve. The Steelers also …

Sloppy Steelers’ playoff hopes take another hit with loss to Patriots
1 year ago

Sloppy Steelers’ playoff hopes take another hit with loss to Patriots

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers had an opportunity to create some separation in the race for an AFC wild-card spot. “I have to play better,” Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky said. I didn’t play good enough to win.” Trubisky made his first start in nearly a year for Pittsburgh in place of the injured Kenny Pickett, who is out indefinitely after …

Bailey Zappe throws for 3 TDs, Patriots damage Steelers’ playoff hopes with 21-18 win
1 year ago

Bailey Zappe throws for 3 TDs, Patriots damage Steelers’ playoff hopes with 21-18 win

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The wins used to come so easy and so often for David Andrews early in his career with the New England Patriots, the veteran center barely noticed them. The defense got the stops when necessary and New England ended a five-game losing streak while damaging Pittsburgh’s increasingly brittle playoff hopes. Ezekiel Elliott had 140 yards from scrimmage — …

Pittsburgh looks to avoid another home upset against a 2-win team when reeling New England visits
1 year ago

Pittsburgh looks to avoid another home upset against a 2-win team when reeling New England visits

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The NFL used to come to a near standstill whenever the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots met. Several players — running back Jaylen Warren and wide receiver Diontae Johnson among them — said in the aftermath there’s a chance Pittsburgh overlooked the then-two-win Cardinals based merely on their record. “I’ve been around, so I just know you …

Every NFL team throws in an occasional clunker. The Steelers picked a poor time for theirs
1 year ago

Every NFL team throws in an occasional clunker. The Steelers picked a poor time for theirs

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin laughed. Asked if he could describe a bafflingly flat 24-10 loss to Arizona on Sunday in one word, the longtime Pittsburgh Steelers coach smiled, let out a somewhat sarcastic chuckle, and cautioned that he needed to watch what he said before settling on “subpar.” That’s one word for it. The Steelers — who have thrived in …

Kenny Pickett’s injury adds another concern for an offense searching for answers
1 year ago

Kenny Pickett’s injury adds another concern for an offense searching for answers

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — Kenny Pickett writhed in pain on the turf at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday. Cam Heyward strongly disagreed with the notion that the Steelers may have overlooked the two-win Cardinals pic.twitter.com/jsuBlRC2ej — Mike DeFabo December 3, 2023 However, Steelers running back Jaylen Warren said he felt the Steelers took the Cardinals “lightly.” “I think we expected to win instead …

How Steelers coaches put their fingerprints on the offense with Matt Canada gone
1 year ago

How Steelers coaches put their fingerprints on the offense with Matt Canada gone

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — When the Pittsburgh Steelers broke from tradition and fired offensive coordinator Matt Canada in-season, it was fair to wonder how much the offense could realistically evolve in one week. “But that’s football.” GO DEEPER Without Matt Canada, Steelers' Kenny Pickett looked like a different QB. It’s probably too early to celebrate, especially because the Bengals’ defense allows an …

Steelers pile up season-high 421 yards without Canada, beat Burrow-less Bengals 16-10
1 year ago

Steelers pile up season-high 421 yards without Canada, beat Burrow-less Bengals 16-10

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Days after firing offensive coordinator Matt Canada, the Pittsburgh Steelers showed new life on offense. Kenny Pickett threw for a season-high 278 yards and the Steelers outlasted the Joe Burrow-less Cincinnati Bengals 16-10 on Sunday. In their first game since Canada’s dismissal — the franchise’s first in-season coordinator or head coach change since 1941 — the Steelers totaled …

Steelers struggle again on offense, inconsistency magnified in 13-10 loss to rival Browns
1 year, 1 month ago

Steelers struggle again on offense, inconsistency magnified in 13-10 loss to rival Browns

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — The formula had been working so well for the Pittsburgh Steelers that it almost became fool-proof, dependable. For the first time this season, the Steelers, who had somehow found ways to win close games despite an offense that’s both inefficient and deficient, lost a tight one — 13-10 as the Cleveland Browns rallied behind rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson …

Six stats behind Steelers’ improbable 6-3 record: Takeaways, fourth-quarter Kenny
1 year, 1 month ago

Six stats behind Steelers’ improbable 6-3 record: Takeaways, fourth-quarter Kenny

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Patriots vs Steelers on Thursday Night Football. Offense Offensive points scored/ game: 15.6 Yards per game: 283.6 Yards per play: 4.8 Rushing yards per game: 103.8 Yards per rush: 4.0 First downs per game: 16.3 Third-down conversion rate: 36.1 percent Time of possession: 27:17 Defense Opponent points per game: 20.2 Yards allowed per game: …

Running backs shine early, defense shines late as Steelers slip past Green Bay with 23-19 victory
1 year, 1 month ago

Running backs shine early, defense shines late as Steelers slip past Green Bay with 23-19 victory

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Najee Harris stopped paying attention to the circumstances long ago. Chris Boswell kicked three field goals — including two in the 16 minutes after Green Bay took a slim 19-17 lead — to help the Steelers improve to 3-1 since their bye week. “We don’t care how we get them as long as we get them.” Love completed …

Where has the Steelers’ run game gone, and can they fix it before it’s too late?
1 year, 1 month ago

Where has the Steelers’ run game gone, and can they fix it before it’s too late?

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Steelers vs. Titans on Thursday Night Football PITTSBURGH — From the moment Kenny Pickett absorbed a body blow to the ribs and crumpled to the turf Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, one question has dominated the conversation in the football-loving portion of Pittsburgh: Will the Steelers’ starting quarterback be ready on a short week to …

Injuries hurt, but Steelers sunk by self-inflicted wounds vs. Jaguars
1 year, 1 month ago

Injuries hurt, but Steelers sunk by self-inflicted wounds vs. Jaguars

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Steelers vs. Titans on Thursday Night Football PITTSBURGH — On the first play from scrimmage Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett dropped back and let it rip. GO DEEPER Steelers' Pickett a 'game-time decision' vs. Titans; Fitzpatrick out However, when the Steelers look back at Sunday’s result, they’ll find self-inflicted wounds …

The Steelers are winning in spite of the offense. At some point, they’ll need to win because of it
1 year, 2 months ago

The Steelers are winning in spite of the offense. At some point, they’ll need to win because of it

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Kenny Pickett can talk about the noise — no matter where it comes from — and the need to drown it out. And while they eventually morphed into some form of almost bewildered “how did that happen” euphoria after the Steelers pulled out a 17-10 victory in which the Ravens played a willing accomplice, five games into a …

The weeks change. The opponents change. The Steelers’ inability to generate points does not
1 year, 2 months ago

The weeks change. The opponents change. The Steelers’ inability to generate points does not

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin is correct. No “mojo” or “juju” or other any other buzzword Pittsburgh’s longtime coach might throw out — whether he believes in it or not — required. Take out a 72-yard strike to Calvin Austin against Las Vegas, and Pittsburgh’s other 38 snaps on those first-quarter drives have produced a grand total of 49 yards, or …

T.J. Watt’s scoop-and-score lifts Steelers past Browns 26-22 as Cleveland loses Nick Chubb to injury
1 year, 3 months ago

T.J. Watt’s scoop-and-score lifts Steelers past Browns 26-22 as Cleveland loses Nick Chubb to injury

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith knew what was coming. The Steelers extended their regular-season home winning streak against their AFC North rivals to 20 and counting in a victory overshadowed by a serious left knee injury to Cleveland star running back Nick Chubb. The four-time Pro Bowler’s sixth NFL season ended two plays into the second quarter after …

DeFabo: I thought Mike Tomlin’s non-losing streak didn’t matter. I was wrong
1 year, 11 months ago

DeFabo: I thought Mike Tomlin’s non-losing streak didn’t matter. I was wrong

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — The season is over, but the streak endures. “That was just for Mike T.,” running back and offensive captain Najee Harris said after the Steelers’ win over the Browns on Sunday. I’m going to be the same guy.’ He never changed.” GO DEEPER New challenges, same 'Coach T': Mike Tomlin won't blink as he leads Steelers into new …

Steelers beat Browns 28-14 but miss out on playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

Steelers beat Browns 28-14 but miss out on playoffs

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the second half of the season digging their way out of a deep hole, but they finally encountered one obstacle they couldn’t overcome. Just as the clock hit zero to finish off a 28-14 victory over Cleveland on Sunday, Pittsburgh’s slim but for weeks seemingly zombielike playoff chances vanished when the Miami Dolphins kicked …

Steelers still alive after last-minute 16-13 win over Ravens
1 year, 11 months ago

Steelers still alive after last-minute 16-13 win over Ravens

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — A lot still has to go right for the Pittsburgh Steelers to make the playoffs. Kenny Pickett threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Najee Harris with 56 seconds remaining, giving the Steelers a 16-13 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night and improbably keeping their postseason hopes alive entering the final week of the regular season. But …

Steelers hold off Colts: How Pittsburgh’s offense responded after Najee Harris’ exit
2 years ago

Steelers hold off Colts: How Pittsburgh’s offense responded after Najee Harris’ exit

New York Times  

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Indianapolis Colts 24-17 on Monday night. Pickett, Steelers offense continue to take strides The Steelers’ offense has a habit of creating momentum in the first half only to see any good feeling dissipate in the final 30 minutes. — DeFabo Evaluating the Steelers’ running backs The Steelers were already hurting at running back coming into …

Steelers want more big plays, fewer picks. Can Kenny Pickett find right balance?
2 years, 1 month ago

Steelers want more big plays, fewer picks. Can Kenny Pickett find right balance?

New York Times  

As the Steelers began to process Sunday’s loss in Miami, two scenes unfolded simultaneously that illustrate the challenges facing the offense. “Obviously turnovers, they can’t happen,” said Pickett, who threw three interceptions in the 16-10 loss. As the Steelers look ahead to Sunday’s matchup with the 6-0 Eagles, is it possible to take enough chances to create more splash plays …

Is Steelers’ season beyond salvaging, or can Mike Tomlin repeat history?
2 years, 1 month ago

Is Steelers’ season beyond salvaging, or can Mike Tomlin repeat history?

New York Times  

The Steelers remain in the AFC North basement after a loss in Miami, their third one-possession defeat of the season, dropped their record to 2-5. GO DEEPER Despite INTs vs. Dolphins, Kenny Pickett took step toward being franchise QB: 10 thoughts “It’s one of the things that we stressed in game prep, that we would get our hands on some …

Steelers’ halftime locker room flare-up not reason why Mitch Trubisky was benched
2 years, 2 months ago

Steelers’ halftime locker room flare-up not reason why Mitch Trubisky was benched

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — Mitch Trubisky politely declined to talk about it. Word leaked early this week that Trubisky and Johnson had gotten into a heated argument during halftime of the Steelers’ Week 4 game against the Jets. Coincidentally, Trubisky was benched for rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett to start the third quarter of that game even though coach Mike Tomlin had said …

Trubisky, Steelers’ offense bog down in loss to Browns
2 years, 3 months ago

Trubisky, Steelers’ offense bog down in loss to Browns

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Mitch Trubisky promised he’d be more aggressive and was, testing Cleveland’s secondary with some long throws and moving Pittsburgh’s offense effectively in the first half. “We’re getting there, just not where it needs to be,” said Trubisky, who finished 20 of 32 for 207 yards. Scoring three points in the second half isn’t going to do it for …

Trubisky, Steelers searching for spark after loss to Pats
2 years, 3 months ago

Trubisky, Steelers searching for spark after loss to Pats

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for a spark. “We didn’t make enough plays,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. In a game like that, it’s going to come down to a couple plays and we didn’t make enough of them.” Mitch Trubisky threw for 168 yards with a touchdown and an interception for the Steelers, whose offense sputtered for …

Steelers begin post-Roethlisberger era with plenty to prove
2 years, 4 months ago

Steelers begin post-Roethlisberger era with plenty to prove

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH STEELERS New faces: QB Mitch Trubisky, QB Kenny Pickett, LB Myles Jack, DL Larry Ogunjobi, OL James Daniel, C Mason Cole, CB Levi Wallace, WR George Pickens, DL DeMarvin Leal, WR Calvin Austin III. How Trubisky fares will play a major factor into when — not if — first-round pick Kenny Pickett gets a chance to show his breakout …

Steelers ‘got a lot of warts,’ but they’ll take a playoff berth any day, and rightfully so: Kaboly’s 10 observations
2 years, 11 months ago

Steelers ‘got a lot of warts,’ but they’ll take a playoff berth any day, and rightfully so: Kaboly’s 10 observations

New York Times  

BALTIMORE — The Steelers have the worst odds to win the Super Bowl of any of the 14 playoff teams — who cares? The Steelers — who breathed a sigh of relief when the Raiders played for the win on Sunday night against the Chargers and sealed Pittsburgh’s playoff berth — likely will get embarrassed once again next week by …

Steelers’ patchwork defense shredded, but nearly bests Bolts
3 years, 1 month ago

Steelers’ patchwork defense shredded, but nearly bests Bolts

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Only one Steelers defense during coach Mike Tomlin’s 15-year tenure ever gave up more yards than the patchwork group that got shredded by Justin Herbert and the Chargers on Sunday night. But when asked to get one last stop, the Steelers’ defense gave up 75 yards and the winning touchdown in three regrettable plays. “I know we …

Steelers rally to beat Bills 23-16 to open season
3 years, 3 months ago

Steelers rally to beat Bills 23-16 to open season

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Knowing it was going to take the Steelers’ new-look offense time to find its footing, Ben Roethlisberger was counting on Pittsburgh’s defense to keep the score close. “But I’m very happy with where we are, especially Week 1.” After managing three first downs and 53 yards through two quarters, Roethlisberger got to work in the second …

Struggling Steelers in midst of historic collapse
4 years ago

Struggling Steelers in midst of historic collapse

Associated Press  

The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone from dreams of matching the perfect 1972 Miami Dolphins to searching for another win. After winning their first 11 games for the first time in franchise history, the Steelers were upset at home two weeks ago against Washington. Pittsburgh would prefer to follow the path of the 2009 Saints, who won their first 13 games …

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