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After taking two big shots in the first quarter of the Indianapolis Colts’ Week Four clash against the Pittsburgh Steelers, second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson was forced to leave the game. Enter backup QB – and ageless wonder – Joe Flacco. The 17-year veteran stepped in for an injured Richardson and led the Colts to a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered their first loss of the season by the score of 27-24 to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, and although quarterback Justin Fields did some things well, head coach Mike Tomlin said he and the team as a whole were too sloppy in the game to come out with a win. “I […]

When the Pittsburgh Steelers revamped their quarterback room this offseason by acquiring Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, the original plan was for Wilson to be the starter while Fields learned by watching. Wilson would be an immediate upgrade over Kenny Pickett, while Fields would have the opportunity to benefit from a much-needed reset after a […]

Since the preseason, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson has been sidelined with a nagging calf injury. It opened a path for Justin Fields to take the reins and lead the Steelers to a 3-0 record. While all signs point to Fields being the Steelers’ permanent quarterback option, Wilson is still waiting for his chance. At […]

After a 3-0 start for the Pittsburgh Steelers including another win from QB1 Justin Fields against the Los Angeles Chargers, there have still been some questions involving the offense. While it seems that the Steelers could be approaching more time for Fields amidst Russell Wilson’s injury, wide receiver Calvin Austin III makes a claim of […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback competition is far from over this season, but after just three weeks of action, fans seemingly agree that Justin Fields is the future. Fields led the Steelers to a 20-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, going 24-of-32 for 245 yards and one touchdown against one interception with a […]

With Russell Wilson battling through a calf injury, the Pittsburgh Steelers have turned to Justin Fields as their quarterback. That has turned more into a boon than a burden, as Fields has led the Steelers to a perfect 3-0 record. As Pittsburgh prepares for their Week 4 clash against the Indianapolis Colts, head coach Mike […]

There are five undefeated teams in the NFL, and it’s not shocking that the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills are two of them. However, the idea that the Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle Seahawks and especially the Minnesota Vikings are also in their midst is a major eye-opener. The Steelers and […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have moved to a perfect 3-0 record so far in the 2024 NFL season. Pittsburgh’s hot start comes after a massive overhauling of their quarterback situation that included the additions of Justin Fields and Russell Wilson. The Steelers, trailing 10-7 at halftime against the Los Angeles Chargers, were directly challenged by head […]

After beating the Denver Broncos 13-6, head coach Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers are off to a 2-0 start. Quarterback Justin Fields is filling in for starting QB Russell Wilson, but the reserve looks comfortable in the starting spot as Wilson recovers from a calf injury. Fields’ 30-of-43 passes for 273 yards with one […]

Justin Fields has filled in admirably for the injured Russell Wilson to start the season, leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a pair of wins over the Atlanta Falcons and the Denver Broncos. As a result, the Steelers sit atop the AFC North as the only 2-0 team in the division. Despite still being involved in […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a promising start to the 2024 season. The team is 2-0 after wins against the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin believes in his team’s sense of togetherness and illustrated so with an intriguing hot dog analogy when answering questions about the squad’s Broncos victory. Tomlin […]

With the talk surrounding Pittsburgh Steelers star Russell Wilson’s injury and Justin Fields, the veteran quarterback will be out once again in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. While the expectation was that he would miss Sunday with the calf injury, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Wilson was […]

After entering Week 1 of the 2024 season as one of the more questionable teams in the NFL, with as many fans predicting they will end up with a top-5 pick and a spot in the playoffs, the Pittsburgh Steelers secured a shocking win over the Atlanta Falcons with ease, putting up 18 points versus […]

Some key figures for the Pittsburgh Steelers are impressed with a player who competes for another Steel City franchise. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and player T.J Watt love Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes. “I’m a big fan,” Tomlin said, per the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. “I’m not only a big fan of the product that he’s putting […]

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is a big fan of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes. The Pirates visited the Steelers on Thursday, and the 17-year NFL head coach congratulated Skenes for his record-breaking rookie season thus far. Tomlin also shared why he respects the 22-year-old pitcher, per the Pirates’ X, formerly Twitter account. “Much […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked out an 18-10 road victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 without starting quarterback Russell Wilson. Unfortunately, head coach Mike Tomlin and company may have to run it back without Wilson under center on Sunday. Tomlin said Wilson will be “questionable” to play against the Denver Broncos, via PGH Steelers […]

The Russell Wilson revenge game against the Denver Broncos might have to be put on hold for Week 2. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback was limited at practice with a calf injury that kept Wilson out of Week 1, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. When Wilson was out, backup quarterback Justin Fields took the reins […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 1-0 after their starting quarterback, Justin Fields, led the team to an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. Despite the winning results and the pronouncement that Fields will once again be the Steelers starting QB in Week 2 while presumed starter Russell Wilson deals with a calf injury, […]

While Russell Wilson was expected to be the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback to open the season, Justin Fields was forced under center in Week 1 due to the former’s injury. As the Steelers prepare for Week 2, head coach Mike Tomlin is expecting more of the same. Fields has already been announced as the QB1 […]

It appears that the Pittsburgh Steelers will continue to give Justin Fields the keys to the team’s starting quarterback gig. The former Ohio State Buckeyes star signal-caller is reportedly expected to start in the Steelers’ Week 2 game against the Denver Broncos at home, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. “The #Steelers are […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a devastating injury during their season-opening win on Sunday, as they lost punter Cameron Johnston for the rest of the season with a torn ACL. The injury occurred after Johnston landed awkwardly following a punt, and kicker Chris Boswell did the punting duties as a part of his very busy Sunday […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are once again looking to make the postseason, as one of the NFL’s most successful teams will try to capture their seventh Lombardi Trophy in 2024. Quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields joined the team in the offseason, and it looked as if Wilson was poised to be their starting signal caller. […]

Mike Tomlin was presented with a quarterback conundrum when their signal callers were signed. They could go with an experienced but often injured Russell Wilson or start Justin Fields despite his previous struggles. The Pittsburgh Steelers made their choice very clear to choose the former. However, it looks like fate may have chosen for them. […]

Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers had to make a tough decision when they chose Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback for the season. It was important to make that decision quickly, so Wilson could get acclimated with the receivers on the team and build chemistry with them. When it comes to the receiving room, […]

Pittsburgh Steelers fans do not have to wait long before they can see their favorite team in action again. The Steelers open the regular season with a trip to Atlanta to take on the Falcons. Thankfully, the team got some positive injury news to start the week. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that Troy Fautanu, […]

Just five days after beating out Justin Fields for the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback job, 12-year veteran Russell Wilson was selected by his teammates as one of four team captains for the 2024 season. The decision to make Russell Wilson a team captain comes as a bit of surprise for a multitude of reasons. First, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers might just be the most interesting team in the entire NFL heading into the 2024 season. No, not because they are going to be Super Bowl contenders, as that simply feels unrealistic, but because of the sheer value of outcome they could experience this fall, from fighting for the top spot in […]

When the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, Russell Wilson will be under center for the away team. But that doesn’t mean Mike Tomlin doesn’t have some tricks up his sleeve when it comes to backup quarterback Justin Fields. Fields is known for his athleticism and playmaking ability. While it didn’t […]

On Wednesday, it was announced that Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin had decided to roll with Russell Wilson instead of Justin Fields as his starting quarterback entering the 2024 NFL season. Both Wilson and Fields were acquired by the Steelers this offseason after ineptitude at the quarterback position dating back the last several years, […]

Ed Tomlin, the father of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, will be inducted into the 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame at Hampton University. Tomlin will be honored along with Johnnie Barnes (football), Bruce Foxworth (men’s tennis), Fred Freeman (football), and Francena McCorory (women’s track & field). Hampton Director of Athletics Anthony D. Henderson Sr. […]

Mike Tomlin is not the most lucky head coach when it comes to the Pittsburgh Steelers offense. They still have not resolved their quarterback conundrum between Justin Fields and Russell Wilson after the NFL Preseason. Now, it looks like the glaring issue moving forward would be their trenches. They already lost Troy Fautanu. Now, it […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback battle is still in progress with a decision likely soon after the team’s preseason finale loss against the Detroit Lions, 24-17. Both quarterbacks led the Steelers to scoring drives, but Wilson started the game and was pulled after one series which led the way to Justin Fields who played three drives. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers finished their preseason with a 24-17 loss to the Detroit Lions Saturday. The next time they take the field, it will be for their season opener on the road against the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Mike Tomlin will name his starting quarterback well before that game, but he is not ready to […]

Through two weeks of the preseason, the battle for the starting quarterback position for the Pittsburgh Steelers is still uncertain. Justin Fields has played in both preseason games, and he’s made some good plays, as well as some that he can work on. Nonetheless, Fields himself thinks that he’s shown enough to make a case […]

With only one game remaining in the NFL Preseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers have not yet notched an entry in the win column. Arthur Smith has implemented a new offense but that does not mean that their fans have escaped the same woes as Matt Canada. His and Mike Tomlin’s schemes have all led to disastrous […]

Future Hall of Famer JJ Watt has heard a number of stories about Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin from his brother, four-time All-Pro linebacker TJ Watt, but it is different to witness him up close. The Houston Texans great and current CBS studio analyst attended Steelers practice on Tuesday, prompting Tomlin to publicly express […]

To exit a game with as many injuries as points is not what you’d consider an ideal outcome, but that’s exactly what happened in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ preseason home loss to the Buffalo Bills. Fortunately for the Steelers, their offense was limited to only three points against the Bills on Saturday night, but the injuries […]

After losing the Buffalo Bills 9-3 last Saturday, the Pittsburgh Steelers have gone winless during the preseason. It was hardly a performance for the ages, too, as head coach Mike Tomlin reminded his stars Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Moreover, their offense just went one man short after center Nate Herbig suffered a torn rotator […]