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Steelers coach Mike Tomlin optimistic star LB T.J. Watt will be available for showdown with Ravens

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic star linebacker T.J. Watt’s balky ankle won’t keep him out of Saturday’s visit to Baltimore. Tomlin said he saw Watt walking around the team’s facility on Monday morning without much issue. Tomlin defended having Watt in the game with Philadelphia driving up two scores in the waning minutes, saying he was …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Steelers have stopped just about everybody this year. Up next: ‘Mr. Barkley’

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin started going down the checklist of the myriad ways Saquon Barkley can beat you. “He’s got top-end speed,” Tomlin said of the Philadelphia Eagles star and NFL’s leading rusher. Barkley’s reverse hurdle against Jacksonville earlier this season went viral, leading the makers of the “Madden NFL” video game series to incorporate it into an update the …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Russell Wilson throws for a season-high 414 yards and 3 TDs as the Steelers top the Bengals 44-38

Associated Press

CINCINNATI — Russell Wilson has been at the center of a quarterback controversy since he arrived in Pittsburgh, competing with Justin Fields for the starting job. Wilson threw for a season-high 414 yards and three touchdowns, and the Steelers outlasted Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals for a 44-38 victory. We knew it was going to be a heavyweight fight.” …

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1 month ago

NFL football scores: Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is painting his masterpiece.

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One of the biggest games of the NFL season came down to a 2-point conversion attempt. Then, in his classic Tomlin way, he added, “We’re thankful for that.” Pittsburgh threw Jackson down short of the end zone and preserved an 18–16 win. A backup Steelers linebacker clubbed the ball out of Henry’s arm, and Pittsburgh came away with it to …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Steelers LB Alex Highsmith to miss showdown with Ravens because of ankle injury

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers will head into their AFC North showdown with rival Baltimore without outside linebacker Alex Highsmith. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Highsmith is “week to week” after Highsmith twisted his left ankle late in a 28-27 victory over Washington last Sunday. Herbig’s been out a month with a hamstring injury, but Tomlin said he’s …

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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 …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mike Tomlin Makes Bold Statement About Steelers' Quarterback Situation

Associated Press

The article discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers' recent start to the season and their efforts to find a new starting quarterback. Mike Tomlin has decided to give Russell Wilson a chance to prove himself, despite the veteran quarterback's recent struggles. The Steelers have been playing better in recent weeks, but they still have a lot of challenges to overcome, including their …

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2 months ago

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut

New York Times

PITTSBURGH — Two series into Russell Wilson’s first start as the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, a small smattering of boos rained down at Acrisure Stadium. Wilson said that following Pickens’ game two weeks ago against the Dallas Cowboys, when his frustration bubbled over on several instances, the quarterback sat down with the receiver to help keep him engaged. “Throwing that first …

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2 months ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing: Wilson over Fields? Steelers QB shocker; Tua return date set

New York Times

In the aftermath of his heated exchange with local radio hosts, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has succeeded in one thing: deflection. This is what I’m hearing from around the league: • Tomlin’s QB choice results in heads being scratched across the league • Miami Dolphins fans rejoice: Tua has a return date • Ten names to watch as the …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Tomlin mum on Steelers starting QB but all signs are pointing toward Russell Wilson

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin is keeping mum about who the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback will be on Sunday night against the New York Jets. While Tomlin declined to get into specifics on how Russell Wilson and Justin Fields split snaps during practice on Wednesday, Wilson’s availability and Tomlin acknowledging that Wilson was “in consideration” to start for the first time …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Russell Wilson likely to be Steelers’ No. 2 quarterback Sunday vs. Raiders

New York Times

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson took a significant step toward a return this week as he’s been a full participant at practice for the first time since re-injuring his calf ahead of Week 1. Now it’s just a process of getting re-acclimated to the ball.” Mike Tomlin said that Russell Wilson will probably be active as the No. …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tomlin doesn’t think the Steelers have a George Pickens problem as wideout’s playing time slips

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin doesn’t believe wide receiver George Pickens is becoming a distraction, even as Pickens’ public displays of dissatisfaction suggest otherwise. “Most players, particularly in today’s game that have specialized skill sets, they play positions like receiver they don’t play every down,” Tomlin said Tuesday. After the game’s final play — a last-gasp series of …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Steelers have cooled after their hot start and coach Mike Tomlin faces a choice at QB

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Justin Fields paused, trying to think of the right words. “I don’t think we’re one of those teams looking for an identity,” Fields said following a 20-17 loss to Dallas that dropped the Steelers to 3-2. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has gone out of his way to avoid making any declarations about who the team’s starting quarterback is, …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers’ promising start hits a speedbump in a mistake-filled loss at Indianapolis

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin insists the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t rely on a “rabbit’s foot” to help them out when things get tight. The offense gave it away twice — once on a fumble by George Pickens inside the Indianapolis 10, the other on a fumble by Justin Fields after he had sprinted 22 yards backward while trying to escape pressure …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig grew up having to prove himself. It hasn’t stopped in the NFL

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Nick Herbig grew up as the youngest of three brothers on the island of Kauai. “He’s hardworking and humble, and I really think that tees up performance for him,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. Herbig did it again in the fourth, this time taking down Taylor Heinicke with a speed rush that looked — if you narrowed your …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Status quo in Pittsburgh, where Justin Fields will remain at QB while Russell Wilson rehabs

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin is in no hurry to announce Justin Fields as the starting quarterback in Pittsburgh. While Fields will again get the nod on Sunday in place of the injured Russell Wilson when the Steelers visit Indianapolis, Tomlin stopped short of giving the job to Fields on a full-time basis, mostly because there’s no need at this point …

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3 months ago

Broderick Jones was supposed to be the Steelers’ future at tackle. What’s gone wrong?

New York Times

PITTSBURGH — When the Pittsburgh Steelers invested first-round picks on offensive tackles in back-to-back drafts, it appeared the organization had a stable foundation to protect the quarterback for years to come. “I’m chewing my own self out,” Jones said Sunday. It’s also fair to wonder whether the Steelers have put the best plan in place to develop a first-round talent, …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Sean Payton has had Mike Tomlin’s number, but the Steelers are seeking 3rd straight win over Denver

Associated Press

Pittsburgh at Denver Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, CBS BETMGM NFL ODDS: Steelers by 3. Key injuries Steelers: QB Russell Wilson’s injured calf means he’ll probably watch backup Justin Fields start for the second straight week.. LT Dan Moore Jr. missed practice this week. Stats and stuff The Steelers are searching for their first 2-0 start since 2020, when they began …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is questionable for opener at Atlanta with a calf injury

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers thought they settled their quarterback competition when coach Mike Tomlin anointed Russell Wilson the starter for Sunday’s opener in Atlanta. The Steelers listed Wilson as “questionable” for Week 1 after the 35-year-old aggravated a calf injury in practice on Thursday, potentially opening the door for Justin Fields to get the nod against the Falcons. “So …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tomlin and the new-look Pittsburgh Steelers offense are feeling the ‘angst’ as 2024 begins

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin is not seeking comfort. In their places are two quarterbacks at very different stages of their respective careers — Wilson trying to hold on, Fields looking to prove he’s more than what he showed in Chicago — and an offensive coordinator in Arthur Smith looking for a fresh start after getting fired as Falcons head coach …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers are hoping an overhaul at QB will lead to more success in 2024

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH STEELERS EXPECTATIONS: The franchise has essentially been running in place for nearly a decade, and the angst of being “good but not good enough” is growing, so much so that a team known for its stability made a handful of dramatic — by Steelers’ standards anyway — moves in the offseason. The Steelers also signed inside linebacker Patrick Queen …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Russell Wilson to make his preseason debut when the Steelers host the Bills

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Russell Wilson is expected to be in the lineup when the Pittsburgh Steelers host Buffalo on Saturday night. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Thursday that Wilson will run out with the starters as long as he doesn’t have any setbacks from a calf injury that has slowed him during training camp. “He’s had a couple really good days …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Steelers, minus Fautanu, expect bounce-back week before preseason game against Buffalo

Associated Press

LATROBE, Pa. — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin characterized his team’s home preseason loss against Houston last week as a “sloppy” performance filled with inconsistencies and mistakes. Tomlin said he is “optimistic” for a quick return, but plans to take Fautanu’s injury “day by day.” Fautanu, the 20th overall pick, had a brace on his left knee following Friday’s game …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Things didn’t work out for Arthur Smith in Atlanta. He’s eager to hit the reset button in Pittsburgh

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Arthur Smith needed to get away — far away — from the NFL after the Atlanta Falcons fired him in January just hours after a third straight 7-10 finish. While Smith stressed he didn’t cut his vacation short to take an interview because “I didn’t want to get divorced,” minutes after his plane touched down at JFK he …

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Steelers coach Mike Tomlin optimistic star LB T.J. Watt will be available for showdown with Ravens

Steelers have stopped just about everybody this year. Up next: ‘Mr. Barkley’

Russell Wilson throws for a season-high 414 yards and 3 TDs as the Steelers top the Bengals 44-38

NFL football scores: Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is painting his masterpiece.

Steelers LB Alex Highsmith to miss showdown with Ravens because of ankle injury

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

Mike Tomlin Makes Bold Statement About Steelers' Quarterback Situation

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut

Russini’s what I’m hearing: Wilson over Fields? Steelers QB shocker; Tua return date set

Tomlin mum on Steelers starting QB but all signs are pointing toward Russell Wilson

Russell Wilson likely to be Steelers’ No. 2 quarterback Sunday vs. Raiders

Mike Tomlin doesn’t think the Steelers have a George Pickens problem as wideout’s playing time slips

Steelers have cooled after their hot start and coach Mike Tomlin faces a choice at QB

Steelers’ promising start hits a speedbump in a mistake-filled loss at Indianapolis

Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig grew up having to prove himself. It hasn’t stopped in the NFL

Status quo in Pittsburgh, where Justin Fields will remain at QB while Russell Wilson rehabs

Broderick Jones was supposed to be the Steelers’ future at tackle. What’s gone wrong?

Sean Payton has had Mike Tomlin’s number, but the Steelers are seeking 3rd straight win over Denver

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is questionable for opener at Atlanta with a calf injury

Mike Tomlin and the new-look Pittsburgh Steelers offense are feeling the ‘angst’ as 2024 begins

Steelers are hoping an overhaul at QB will lead to more success in 2024

Russell Wilson to make his preseason debut when the Steelers host the Bills

Steelers, minus Fautanu, expect bounce-back week before preseason game against Buffalo

Things didn’t work out for Arthur Smith in Atlanta. He’s eager to hit the reset button in Pittsburgh