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Pittsburgh Steelers fans were introduced to the name ‘Joey Porter’ long before the Steelers made the Penn State cornerback the 32nd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. That’s because Joey Porter Jr. was a ball boy for the Steelers when his father, Joey Porter Sr., was on the Steelers coaching staff under Mike Tomlin. […]

The Steelers appear to be in an excellent position. While they have not played consistently at this point in the season, they have found a way to build a winning record. Head coach Mike Tomlin has to feel good about his team’s 4-2 record, and he knows that he can demand much more of his […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a solid start to the 2023 NFL season, sitting near the top of the AFC North. However, as the trade deadline approaches, the team must address its biggest need to maintain its advantage in the divisional title race. In this article, we will discuss the Steelers’ season so far, identify […]

Somehow, someway the Pittsburgh Steelers are 4-2 to start the season. It seemed like the odds were stacked against them, with many issues in their offensive playcalling and injuries to star players, but head coach Mike Tomlin has led the way to a successful start. They’re fresh off a road win against the Los Angeles […]

Patrick Peterson hasn’t exactly provided a spark for the Pittsburgh Steelers defense this season but he has been a versatile player and a shining example of a veteran. Peterson has played everywhere for the Steelers this season, including safety and in the slot. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Peterson’s willingness to play wherever is […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers returned from their bye week with the assignment of facing the Los Angeles Rams on the road. After falling behind by 17-10 margin in the 3rd quarter, the Steelers rallied in front of their many fans who made the trip to SoFi Stadium and pulled out a 24-17 victory for head coach […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking to make a run to the postseason this year after narrowly missing it last year. Pittsburgh is 3-2 on the year so far with three close wins and two blowout losses. The Steelers went 9-8 last year, and it looks like it will be another tight race this season that […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 7 with a 3-2 record trailing the Baltimore Ravens by a half game. The team is hoping for improved play in all facets as Mike Tomlin’s squad has just 79 points on the season compared to 110 for their opponents. A road matchup with Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers shocked the Baltimore Ravens by coming back in the end of the fourth quarter to defeat the Ravens 17-10. Pittsburgh was trailing by two points with under two minutes to go when quarterback Kenny Pickett hit wide receiver George Pickens for a 41-yard game-winning touchdown. According to Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson, coach […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to find ways to win. This time, in Week 5, Mike Tomlin’s squad held on to beat the Baltimore Ravens thanks in large part to a huge interception from Joey Porter Jr., the first of the rookie’s career. With the Ravens threatening to score from just five yards out in the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers picked up a huge 17-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens at home, and it was not pretty, but Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was happy to get away with the win, which was aided greatly by a Miles Killebrew blocked punt. “In recent years it’s been controlled by the defenses,” Mike Tomlin […]

Patrick Queen of the Baltimore Ravens is still motivated by words that he said Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin yelled at the linebacker his rookie year. As if this rivalry needed more fuel added to the fire. Queen spoke to reporters about the importance of this AFC North rivalry, saying “Any time you join this organization […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-2, but they could be better if the running game improved. Najee Harris posted back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons in 2021 and 2022 but has struggled big-time this season. He’s done just about everything he can to figure it out, including conducting a meeting with the Steelers offensive line. A lot of […]

Four weeks into the season, Pittsburgh Steelers fans are unsatisfied with the offense. After only scoring six points versus the Houston Texans in a 30-6 loss, the roars for the Steelers to fire offensive coordinator Matt Canada are only growing louder. Following the game, coach Mike Tomlin said there would be “changes” made after the […]

Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown has implored head coach Mike Tomlin to end his 18-year tenure with the franchise. Brown said Tomlin should step down before the team tarnishes his legacy . Antonio Brown shared his sentiments following the Steelers’ brutal 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 4. The initials he […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a blowout to the Houston Texans by the score of 30-6 on Sunday, and after another disappointing offensive performance Mike Tomlin had a fiery response when asked if there will be changed heading into next week’s game against the Baltimore Ravens. “Hell yeah there’s going to be changes,” Mike Tomlin said […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had some harrowing moments after last week’s win over the Las Vegas Raiders. On the way home from Sin City, the Steelers plane had to make an emergency landing in Kansas City. However, despite the incident and the ensuing delay getting back to Pittsburgh, Mike Tomlin says it isn’t going to be […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 4 with a 2-1 record after back-to-back wins following a dreadful season-opening loss. The Steelers showed signs of improvement in a number of facets during both wins and head coach Mike Tomlin acknowledged as such. “I just feel like we’re getting better in all areas,” Tomlin said, via Ray Fittipaldo. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are off to a respectable 2-1 start after beating the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday Night Football. And while the offense hasn’t exactly been a strong suit so far, head coach Mike Tomlin is liking what he’s seen from quarterback Kenny Pickett. When asked what he’s noticed about Pickett so far, Tomlin […]

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin issued a simple eight-word challenge to his team on Sunday. Tomlin shared his thoughts following the Steelers’ hard-fought 23-18 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, per ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. “We’ve got to make winning a habitual thing,” Mike Tomlin said in his postgame conference. “We’ve got to make winning […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers picked up a huge win over the Cleveland Browns on Monday on the back of their defense, which scored two touchdowns, but the fans did not let the offense off the hook, especially offensive coordinator Matt Canada. Steelers fans were heard chanting “fire Matt Canada” in the fourth quarter of the game, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked out their first win of the season on Monday night, a 26-22 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The Steelers’ offense once again looked pedestrian despite the win, leading many to question whether the current model is sustainable for a team with playoff aspirations. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin isn’t ready to […]

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is working hard to ensure that his team does not fall to o-2 Monday night when they battle the Cleveland Browns. Fortunately, the Steelers’ week 1 opponent might have provided them with valuable insight going into this divisional encounter. After facing the unique Deebo Samuel in its season opener, […]

After months of being hyped up as an AFC sleeper, the Pittsburgh Steelers were soundly humbled in their season opener. The San Francisco 49ers handed out a thorough beating in Heinz Field, which was statistically the worst one head coach Mike Tomlin ever endured in front of the home crowd. Making matters worse, the team […]

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that star defensive tackle Cam Heyward is out for the near future due to a groin injury that will require surgery tomorrow. It has been reported that Cam Heyward could make him miss up to eight weeks for the Steelers, but Mike Tomlin declined to speak on a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers did not have a good start to their 2023 campaign, as they were routed by the San Francisco 49ers 30-7 in a fairly uncompetitive contest. It’s clear that the Steelers need to be better moving forward in order to capitalize on some of the excitement surrounding their team entering the season, and […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers did not start their 2023 season on the right foot, getting embarrassed by the San Francisco 49ers at home in a 30-7 loss in Week 1. Quarterback Kenny Pickett was swarmed all day long by a tenacious 49ers front and did not play well when he was given time to make a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have designs on competing with the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens in the NFC North Division. Based on the way things went in the opener for head coach Mike Tomlin and his Steelers, those plans may have to be scuttled. Mike Tomlin: “It was a failure on our part, in all areas.” […]

Kenny Pickett of the Pittsburgh Steelers is considered by many to be a talented player, but also the weak link of the team in some circles. Last season, the Steelers gunslinger had more interceptions than touchdowns, but that fact has not shaken his confidence. Pickett got the support of a Steelers Super Bowl winner in […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers get set for a clash against the San Francisco 49ers to kick off their 2023 season, there is uncertainty surrounding the Niners’ best player, Nick Bosa. The reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year is in the midst of a holdout and has not been with the team for well over […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett was trusted enough by head coach Mike Tomlin to start in 13 games as a rookie last season, and now he’s receiving even more responsibility in just his second year. Pickett has been named one of Pittsburgh’s captains for the 2023 NFL season, alongside T.J. Watt, Cameron Heyward, and Miles […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are not considered one of the top teams in their division or conference heading into the 2023 season, but Mike Tomlin and his team are ready to show the world what they can do in their opening game against the San Francisco 49ers at home. “I think we’ll find out on Sept. […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to open the season against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1, head coach Mike Tomlin delivered his support for quarterback Kenny Pickett, saying he believes he has become an emotional leader of the team. Pickett struggled throughout much of his rookie season with the Steelers, but he did make […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading into year two of the Kenny Pickett era as they continue to turn the page following the retirement of Ben Roethlisberger. As head coach Mike Tomlin enters his 16th season coaching the Steelers, he’s leading one of the youngest rosters he’s ever had. Even with the youth, Tomlin is excited […]

Rookies like Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Broderick Jones often struggle with the rigor of professional football in their first NFL season. However, Jones isn’t that worried as he claims that Georgia football practices were tougher than Steelers practices, which Steelers coach Mike Tomlin can’t be thrilled to hear. Reporters caught up with the No. 14 […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering the 2023 season with playoff hopes. If they want to make it, Kenny Pickett is going to need to take a giant step forward. After an up-and-down rookie season, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has seen quite a difference from Pickett, per Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk. “The […]

In a surprising twist, the Pittsburgh Steelers played some of their starters in the final game of the preseason. It was just one drive, but the offense and defense had an impressive showing. Admittedly, it was against Atlanta’s backups. Still, it’s a good sign to see from a Steelers squad looking to contend this year. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping to build on a 9-8 campaign in 2023 that saw the Steel City’s favorite team find a starting QB in Kenny Pickett. Head Coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers are hoping for improved play in 2023, and improved toughness in the trenches. The team’s offensive coordinator spoke highly of his […]

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin knows the value of building a physical defense, but he also knows the toll those hits can take on the players lined up opposite of them. Perhaps it shouldn’t be a surprise, then, that Tomlin has opted to give third-year Steelers running back Najee Harris “less physical reps” at […]