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49ers GM douses rumors of potential Brandon Aiyuk trade to Steelers
For those in Pittsburgh who have been intrigued by the idea of the Steelers acquiring wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, don’t hold your breath. On Monday, San Francisco general manager John Lynch was asked about Pittsburgh media reports stating that the Steelers are investigating a potential trade for the 49ers second-team...
Steelers GM Omar Khan surprised by overhaul of QB room, happy with new additions
ORLANDO, Fla. — Omar Khan calls himself a patient person, which makes the two sudden trades the Pittsburgh Steelers’ second-year general manager completed at the outset of NFL free agency contradict that personality trait. In a two-day span — which followed the Russell Wilson signing a few days earlier —...
Steelers agree to deal with well-traveled quarterback Kyle Allen plus DE Dean Lowry
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Pittsburgh Steelers have found their third quarterback as well as another depth piece for the defensive line. General manager Omar Khan announced Monday afternoon at the NFL annual meeting that the Steelers have agreed to contracts with quarterback Kyle Allen and defensive end Dean Lowry. Allen,...
Tim Benz: Mike Tomlin is ‘excited about being uncomfortable’ — and I’m anxious about his ‘anxiety’
During the NFL meetings in Orlando, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin spoke with media members and expressed excitement about working with new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. “I’m just excited about being uncomfortable,” Tomlin said. “I think there’s growth in that. I think whether it’s individuals or collective, it’s good to...
Steelers agree with former Eagles receiver Quez Watkins on 1-year contract
Adding another veteran piece to their wide receiver group, the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a one-year contract with former Philadelphia Eagles pass catcher Quez Watkins on a one-year contract, according to a league source. Watkins joins Van Jefferson as wide receivers the Steelers have signed since they traded Diontae...
Ravens coach John Harbaugh laments losing ‘all-time favorite’ Patrick Queen to Steelers
ORLANDO, Fla. — John Harbaugh didn’t want to lose inside linebacker Patrick Queen from the Baltimore Ravens. Not after Queen was selected to his first Pro Bowl in 2023. And particularly not to a division rival such as the Pittsburgh Steelers. Still, that doesn’t mean the Ravens head coach holds...
Mike Tomlin on new Steelers QB Justin Fields: ‘He oozes talent and potential’
ORLANDO, Fla. — Russell Wilson occupies the “pole position” at quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the offseason, but that won’t prevent Justin Fields from getting his chance to unseat the nine-time Pro Bowl and former Super Bowl-winning passer. Coach Mike Tomlin said Monday morning that the intrigue surrounding Fields...
First Call: Mike Tomlin addresses Arthur Smith’s hiring, Mason Rudolph’s departure, Cole Holcomb’s health
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin shared some background on Arthur Smith’s hiring, Mason Rudolph’s departure and Cole Holcomb’s recovery. A Steelers rival gives opinions on the franchise’s quarterback situation. And a Robert Morris men’s hockey goalie has a pro contract. All that in Monday’s “First Call.” Tomlin talks about his...
Calling it a ‘good move,’ Mike Tomlin supported Steelers trading WR Diontae Johnson to Panthers
ORLANDO, Fla. — Kenny Pickett may have sought a “change of scenery” that led to his trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Mike Tomlin, though, didn’t get the same feeling about wide receiver Diontae Johnson, the other prominent player the Steelers traded this offseason. The Steelers sent Johnson, their most...
Mike Tomlin enjoying ‘discomfort’ that comes with Steelers turning over quarterback position
ORLANDO, Fla. — Since he last met with reporters in mid-January, Mike Tomlin has watched the only quarterback on his roster get traded in a stunning turn of events that saw the Pittsburgh Steelers acquire Russell Wilson and eventually Justin Fields. Kenny Pickett’s departure earlier in the month guaranteed the...
NFL meetings to focus on change to kickoffs; Steelers propose pushing back trade deadline
If the NFL competition committee has its way, a radical approach to kickoffs will take place next season, and a controversial tackling technique will be outlawed. And if the Pittsburgh Steelers get enough support for their proposal, the league’s trading deadline will be pushed back a week. Such topics —...
First Call: Cam Sutton released by Lions; Steelers losing a corner; tough Penguins weekend ahead
Friday’s “First Call” features the latest on former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton. A current Steelers corner is heading to the NFC East. We check in on a potential Steelers wide receiver free-agent target. And the Penguins have some tough challenges ahead. Quick action Former Steeler Cam Sutton has been...
Steelers host 3 draft visitors, including top tackle prospect Taliese Fuaga
Continuing to zero in on positions that could be priorities in the NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday hosted two offensive linemen and one wide receiver for official top-30 visits. Meeting with Steelers personnel at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex were Oregon State tackle Taliese Fuaga, Georgia State tackle Travis...
U mad, bro?: Kenny Pickett has been traded. That has Steelers (and Pitt) fans all up in their feelings
On Friday, the Steelers traded a local college hero who just happened to previously be the starting quarterback. So you knew that there were going to be extreme reactions to the news. Even if that is what the player asked them to do. We redefine March “madness” with an all-Kenny...
First Call: Mason Rudolph’s thoughts on leaving Pittsburgh; Steelers scouting WRs
Thursday’s “First Call” reveals Mason Rudolph’s farewell note to Pittsburgh. We have Mike Tomlin’s latest pro-day destination. Potential draftees at wide receiver for the Steelers are coming into focus. And LeBron James sends something special to the Duquesne basketball team in advance of their NCAA Tournament game in Omaha. Taking...
Tim Benz: If there is any fire to the smoke about Brandon Aiyuk, the Steelers should fan the flames
Trade rumors are kicking up about San Francisco star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk — and the Steelers are one of the rumored targets. Aiyuk is coming to the end of his rookie contract, and he wants an extension. However, the 49ers don’t usually hammer out contract extensions until July or...
First Call: Steelers miss out on Mike Williams; Cole Holcomb posts workout video
Wednesday’s “First Call” gives us an update on the Steelers’ quest to land a big-play wide receiver. Cole Holcomb is trying to make a comeback. Jake Guentzel stays hot in Carolina. And Pitt fans probably cracked a smile when they saw the result of one of the “First Four” games...
Roberto Clemente jersey from 1960 World Series fetches $256K at auction
The Great One continues to live up to his moniker on the memorabilia market. Roberto Clemente’s game-worn jersey from the 1960 World Series sold for $256,714 to highlight Lelands 2024 Winter Classic Auction, which closed on Saturday. Clemente helped lead the Pirates to the 1960 World Series title in a...
Tim Benz: Kenny Pickett’s strengths became his biggest weakness by the end in Pittsburgh
During his first media availability with the Philadelphia Eagles, former Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett acknowledged that he wanted to leave Pittsburgh in advance of Friday’s trade that sent him across the state. He also did little to tamp down a narrative that he pouted his way through much of the...
First Call: A new contract for a new Steeler; Kenny Pickett ripped on ESPN; another stop for Josh Dobbs
Tuesday’s “First Call” looks at a contract extension for a new Steeler. The national media is all over Kenny Pickett’s move to Philadelphia. We also examine the Penguins’ next opponent, and Josh Dobbs’ new team. Signed, sealed, delivered One of the newest Pittsburgh Steelers has a new, one-year contract. It...
Pittsburgh vies for ’26 NFL Draft after Philly snags MLB, FIFA, NCAA events
Pittsburgh is running an all-out blitz to host a future NFL Draft, and now the effort is getting support from Pennsylvania’s top public official. Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Tuesday that he sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell last week indicating support for Pittsburgh to host a draft in...
Kenny Pickett talks about exit from Steelers, getting fresh start with Eagles
After signing veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year contract last week, the Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t waste time trading two-year starter Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. It turns out Pickett was just as anxious to move across the commonwealth as the Steelers were sending him there, cementing the deal...
Madden Monday: Steelers ‘did themselves a favor’ by trading Kenny Pickett to Philadelphia
The Steelers have been criticized at times for simply releasing or trading players who were pouty and didn’t want to be in Pittsburgh anymore. Specifically, guys like Melvin Ingram, James Harrison and LeGarrette Blount weren’t happy with their roles and just wanted out of town. The same could potentially be...
Mark Madden: Steelers have had a perfect offseason, choosing progress over saving face
This much should be made clear about the Pittsburgh Steelers’ reconstructed quarterback room: There’s a pecking order. Russell Wilson is the starter. He’s not on a short leash or any leash. Justin Fields didn’t come to Pittsburgh to compete with Wilson. He’s clearly the backup and in a position to...
First Call: Steelers have interest in veteran receiver; Kenny Pickett posts farewell to Pittsburgh
Monday’s “First Call” features Kenny Pickett’s farewell to Pittsburgh. Jerome Bettis’ son has made his college football destination known. It looks like the Steelers want to add another veteran wide receiver. Jake Guentzel has scored his first goal for the Carolina Hurricanes. And Duquesne had a rough trip back to...
