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Kenny Pickett ended the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first drive of the preseason opener by connecting with George Pickens for a 33-yard touchdown pass. It was a perfect pass from Pickett, who fired a bullet 20 yards in the air, hitting George Pickens in stride. The Steelers receiver broke one tackle and shook off another defender, taking […]

Preseason is a time for NFL teams to sort out their position battles, to implement strategies and try out new lineup combinations to see what works and what doesn’t. However teams run the risk of injuring their players in preseason action, which, relative to the regular season, pales in importance, and the Pittsburgh Steelers learned […]

Kenny Pickett is simply in awe of his Pittsburgh Steelers teammate Calvin Austin III following his performance on Friday in their NFL preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While the Steelers had a number of incredible touchdowns in their eventual 27-17 win, Austin undoubtedly had the most memorable one when he connected with Mason […]

Fantasy football enthusiasts are gearing up for the exciting 2023 season. One player who deserves a close look is Diontae Johnson of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Johnson’s previous performances have shown immense potential. He is expected to have a significant impact on fantasy teams this year. In this article, we will explore Johnson’s performance during the […]

Former Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl winning champion head coach Bill Cowher is up for another honor. Cowher will be inducted to the ring of honor at his alma mater — North Carolina State. The induction ceremony will take place toward the end of September. “Bill Cowher will be added to NC State’s Ring of Honor […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers begin their preseason game action on Friday evening against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It will be an interesting season in Tampa Bay as the Buccaneers have to replace arguably the greatest quarterback to ever play the game after Tom Brady entered retirement. Tampa signed Baker Mayfield in the off-season, and reports were […]

The NFL Preseason continues on Friday as the Pittsburgh Steelers face off with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It is time to continue our NFL odds series with a Steelers-Buccaneers preseason prediction, pick, and how-to-watch. In the first year without their future Hall of Fame quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, the Steelers got off to a rough start. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are thrilled that T.J. Watt is getting in a full training camp after missing much of last year with a torn pectoral muscle. However, head coach Mike Tomlin is a little aggravated at how easy training camp has been for T.J. Watt against his offensive line, reports The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Brian Batko. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers stand as one of the most celebrated teams in the NFL. They boast a rich history of triumphs and an impassioned fan base. Yet, as they brace themselves for the approaching season, there are a handful of players whose position on the team, or at least on their starting unit, hangs by […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for their first preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Friday, and head coach Mike Tomlin spoke about his plan for how much Kenny Pickett will play in the game. “We’ll play it by ear. We’ll give him what he needs,” Mike Tomlin said, via Myles Simmons of Pro […]

The fate of the Pittsburgh Steelers lies on Kenny Pickett’s shoulders. The second-year quarterback was picked in the first round last season, with the hopes that he can take over as the franchise quarterback. His first season in the league was a mixed-bag, but it was generally good. With that in mind, every Steelers fan […]

Rookie cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has more familiarity with the Pittsburgh Steelers than some of his older, more experienced teammates. He served as a ball boy for the team during his days in middle school and high school when his dad, former Steelers linebacker Joey Porter Sr., was hired as a defensive assistant in 2014. […]

Pittsburgh Steelers’ Minkah Fitzpatrick may be an elite safety in the NFL, but that does not mean he is above taking advice from a former player. He has found himself a mentor in ex-franchise star and ESPN analyst Ryan Clark. “RC’s an open book, the three-time All-Pro said, via Steelers Depot’s Josh Carney. “I love […]

George Pickens is having a big training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and quarterback Kenny Pickett is making sure to take notice. When asked about how he is going to get Pickens the ball, Pickett emphasizes that his big wide receiver will get plenty of 1-on-1 opportunities, via NFL Network. .@Steelers QB Kenny Pickett loves […]

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens recently appeared on the All Things Covered podcast and gave his top five wide receivers of all time. During his appearance on the All Things Covered podcast, George Pickens said his top five receivers of all time are Calvin Johnson, Randy Moss, Jerry Rice, Julio Jones and Michael Crabtree. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting ready for the upcoming 2023 NFL season. Like all teams, they have players who are having a tough time in training camp. In this article, we will focus on four important players who are currently finding it hard to get things going. These players are Dan Moore Jr, Darnell Washington, […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster rose to nationwide fame early in his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, learning under the tutelage Super Bowl-winning coach Mike Tomlin. He won his first ring with the Kansas City Chiefs last season, revitalizing his reputation while thriving in Andy Reid’s vaunted passing attack. Smith-Schuster’s stellar 2022 campaign earned him a payday in […]

The NFL season kicks off in a little over a month and all 32 teams have begun training camp. One interesting story line of the preseason so far was the absence of Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from training camp. Fitzpatrick appeared at the first two practices of Steelers camp, but was then absent for […]

The NFL season is right around the corner with the regular season kicking off in early September. Training camps have begun across the country as teams are putting the final touches on their off-season preparations. One of those teams is the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers finished 9-8 last season and are trying to find a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking to make a splash with their playmakers. We are here to share our NFL odds series while making Steelers betting specials predictions for the 2023 season. It’s a new season and a new chance for some betting specials for the Steelers. Now, we are going to take a look at […]

George Pickens has made headlines early in Pittsburgh Steelers training camp because of highlight-reel catches. However, the Steelers’ receiver still has some things to improve upon. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, for instance, believes George Pickens has to be better at dealing with officials. NFL officials were present at Steelers training camp on Wednesday, calling penalties […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie tackle Broderick Jones is in the middle of his first training camp in the NFL, and he was asked about how Mike Tomlin compares to his college coach, Kirby Smart of the Georgia football program. “Coach T is a little more mellow about things, you know like he’ll still get on you, […]

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson had a down year in 2022 that culminated in him never finding the end zone. When asked about why he thinks that happened, Johnson gave a very candid answer, reports Steelers.com’s Teresa Varley. “It was an odd year, very weird. It was hard to like really cope with it […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is clearing the air after the incredible catch by teammate George Pickens at training camp Tuesday. The catch left Porter Jr. just as stunned as everyone else. Pickens got the best of Porter Jr. on the play as he leapt up and reached back to catch the pass […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a flurry of moves as training camp progresses. The Steelers added a pair of defensive backs in Trenton Thompson and Isaiah Dunn, while rookie cornerback Cory Trice Jr has been placed on the Reserve/Injured list, reports The Score’s Daniel Valente. “Man, this is a bummer. Cory Trice’s rookie season over […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett made one young fan’s day when Pickett gave the young kid his autograph at training camp. As Pickett approached the fan section, many people swarmed him the fence hoping for an autograph. Pickett hung around the fans for a while, interacting and signing gear for Steelers Nation. However, one kid’s […]

Quarterbacks and wide receivers need to get along to form strong reads and offensive schematics together. Knowing the ins and outs of each other’s games allows them to complement one another inside the gridiron. This seems to be the case for the Pittsburgh Steelers duo of Kenny Pickett and George Pickens. The two have been […]

After becoming a familiar presence on the sideline during the first couple of days of NFL Training Camp when it began last Wednesday on Jul. 27, Pittsburgh Steelers star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick has been absent from the field over the last few days, dealing with a personal matter that head coach Mike Tomlin gave him […]

Joey Porter Jr. may very well follow in his father’s footsteps as a Pittsburgh Steelers legend. During Tuesday’s training camp practice, though, budding star wideout George Pickens provided the rookie cornerback with a classic “welcome to the NFL” moment. Matched up in one-on-one pass-catching drills, Pickens and Porter ran for stride-for-stride in a physical downfield […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Joey Porter Jr. with the first pick in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and veteran cornerback Patrick Peterson, who joined the Steelers in free agency, detailed what it is like for him to mentor the rookie cornerback in training camp. “Joey is just a sponge,” Patrick Peterson said […]

The trailer for the Week 5 showdown between the New York Jets and the Denver Broncos in Mile High City has already been made, and it’s got everyone buzzing, including Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. Of course, we are talking about the simmering feud between Jets shiny new quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Broncos head […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett said he believes he better understands the Pittsburgh offense on Monday. “I have a better understanding of the offense,” Pickett said, via NFL.com Senior National Columnist Judy Battista. “I can communicate better with guys, because we automatically have a familiarity. I can communicate a lot more clearly than a year before.” Steelers […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a 9-8 season, extending Mike Tomlin’s career-long streak of 16 seasons without a losing record. The franchise will once again be a contender in a tough AFC North alongside the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals as the team looks to return to the playoffs. With Kenny Pickett under center, […]

George Pickens is perhaps one of the most intriguing players to watch in 2023. The Pittsburgh Steelers WR caught the attention of many fans last season with his play. Pickens’ route running and incredible hands made him a fan favorite, and people were quick to point to who he’s most similar to. One of his […]

As the 2023 NFL season approaches, fantasy football enthusiasts are eagerly preparing for their upcoming drafts, keeping a close eye on standout players who could make a significant impact on their teams. One such player who has captured the attention of many is talented Pittsburgh Steelers QB, Kenny Pickett. With a mix of potential and […]

George Pickens is set to be the next great wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A team that has boasted spectacular talent at that position now turns over to the 22-year-old out of Georgia, who had a very solid rookie season and projects to be even better in 2023. Pickens has made a name for […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking to keep the streak alive. Despite missing the playoffs last season, they still managed to get a winning record. Now, they’re looking to keep that winning record AND make the playoffs. Pittsburgh already did a lot of retooling in the offseason, with their defense in particular being the focal point. […]

Pittsburgh Steelers fans can breathe a sigh of relief after wide receiver Diontae Johnson’s injury scare on Friday. Johnson, who was carted off the field, returned to training camp practice on Saturday, per Brooke Pryor of ESPN. Steelers fans were fearing the worst when they saw Johnson carted off the field with little explanation why. […]

Retired Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison is headlining the Steelers 2023 Hall of Honor class, five years after his retirement in 2018. The Steelers Hall of Honor was created in 2017, and has 49 members prior to the 2023 class. Harrison is one of just four former Steelers who will get enshrined into the […]