https://steelersdepot.com/ Pittsburgh Steelers blog featuring news, discussion & merchandise! Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:34:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://steelersdepot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cropped-favicon-512x512-1-32x32.png https://steelersdepot.com/ 32 32 199681879 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/was-always-a-battle-former-browns-all-pro-ol-praises-longtime-rival-cam-heyward/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/was-always-a-battle-former-browns-all-pro-ol-praises-longtime-rival-cam-heyward/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:00:16 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936230 Aaron Rodgers is the Pittsburgh Steelers veteran getting most of the attention. However, Cam Heyward’s work shouldn’t be overlooked. Heyward was a second-team All-Pro last season at 36 years old. After turning 37 in early May, he’ll try to continue defying Father Time. He won’t be facing one of his longtime rivals in guard Joel […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/was-always-a-battle-former-browns-all-pro-ol-praises-longtime-rival-cam-heyward/feed/ 0 936230 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/that-was-the-beginning-of-a-crazy-person-greg-lloyd-details-his-welcome-to-nfl-moment/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/that-was-the-beginning-of-a-crazy-person-greg-lloyd-details-his-welcome-to-nfl-moment/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:30:55 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936223 Before James Harrison became the baddest man in the NFL during the 2000s, the Pittsburgh Steelers had another linebacker who was universally feared throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Greg Lloyd was so relentless that even the football seemed afraid of him, forcing 37 fumbles, a team record that still stands. And perhaps nobody should have […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/that-was-the-beginning-of-a-crazy-person-greg-lloyd-details-his-welcome-to-nfl-moment/feed/ 2 936223 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/their-future-at-edge-nick-herbig-makes-analysts-all-under-25-team/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/their-future-at-edge-nick-herbig-makes-analysts-all-under-25-team/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:00:06 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936218 In the midst of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ long playoff losing streak, plenty of things have gone wrong. And especially for the last two offseasons, the team as a whole has seen a lot of change. Yet, one thing that’s remained a consistent Steelers strength is the outside linebacker position. In T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/their-future-at-edge-nick-herbig-makes-analysts-all-under-25-team/feed/ 0 936218 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/seahawks-player-shares-his-perspective-of-steelers-big-2025-mistake/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/seahawks-player-shares-his-perspective-of-steelers-big-2025-mistake/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:54 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936217 One of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ most miserable, and certainly its most bizarre, moments of the 2025 season came in their home opener. A gaffe shown ’round the sports world as rookie running back and kick returner Kaleb Johnson forgot the rules and let a kickoff bounce past him into the end zone. Still a live […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/seahawks-player-shares-his-perspective-of-steelers-big-2025-mistake/feed/ 4 936217 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-believes-steelers-will-snap-futility-streak-in-2026/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-believes-steelers-will-snap-futility-streak-in-2026/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:00:26 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936213 The Pittsburgh Steelers won the AFC North and made the playoffs last year. We all know how that ended, continuing a miserable streak of playoff failures. However, one other negative streak continued through the playoff loss to the Houston Texans. On Dec. 7, against the Baltimore Ravens, the Steelers tied a franchise record that stood […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-believes-steelers-will-snap-futility-streak-in-2026/feed/ 0 936213 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/fox-sports-ranks-aaron-rodgers-as-one-of-leagues-worst-starting-qbs/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/fox-sports-ranks-aaron-rodgers-as-one-of-leagues-worst-starting-qbs/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:30:50 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936196 In the years since the Pittsburgh Steelers have had a true franchise quarterback, it’s been a roller coaster at the game’s most important position. For the second-straight year, they’ll head into the season with Aaron Rodgers on the wrong side of 40. Given Rodgers’ pedigree, there certainly are worse options to lead an offense. However, […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/fox-sports-ranks-aaron-rodgers-as-one-of-leagues-worst-starting-qbs/feed/ 7 936196 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-can-become-really-good-offense-under-one-condition-thinks-analyst/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-can-become-really-good-offense-under-one-condition-thinks-analyst/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:04 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936194 The Pittsburgh Steelers haven’t had a good offense in quite a while. The last time the Steelers ranked in the top 20 in total yards was 2018. Basically, the Steelers haven’t had good offenses since before the end of QB Ben Roethlisberger’s career. And the Steelers approached this offseason with the intent to fix that. […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-can-become-really-good-offense-under-one-condition-thinks-analyst/feed/ 2 936194 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/the-terrible-podcast-allar-signing-training-camp-reporting-day-preview-bryan-roster-prediction-more/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/the-terrible-podcast-allar-signing-training-camp-reporting-day-preview-bryan-roster-prediction-more/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:22:52 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936198 Season 16, Episode 168 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I start by discussing the Pittsburgh Steelers signing rookie QB Drew Allar to his four-year contract on Friday. With the Steelers reporting to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Tuesday for the start of […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/the-terrible-podcast-allar-signing-training-camp-reporting-day-preview-bryan-roster-prediction-more/feed/ 0 936198 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/analyst-outlines-the-final-step-cam-heyward-needs-to-cinch-hall-of-fame-bid/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/analyst-outlines-the-final-step-cam-heyward-needs-to-cinch-hall-of-fame-bid/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:45:23 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936171 Entering his 16th year, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward continues to play at a remarkably high level. He’s 37 years old and plays a position that is physically demanding each and every snap, yet he continues to dominate as one of the best defensive linemen in football, all while racking up individual accolades. Last […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/analyst-outlines-the-final-step-cam-heyward-needs-to-cinch-hall-of-fame-bid/feed/ 5 936171 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/paglia-preseason-2027-nfl-draft-top-10-safety-rankings/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/paglia-preseason-2027-nfl-draft-top-10-safety-rankings/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:30:21 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936049 After spending the summer surveying the potential 2027 draft class, we’ve reached the final installment of this series. Last week, we broke down the premier cover men in college football. Now we’re turning to the safeties who provide support over the top. This past draft class produced one of the best safety prospects in recent […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/paglia-preseason-2027-nfl-draft-top-10-safety-rankings/feed/ 1 936049 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/bryan-2026-steelers-53-man-roster-prediction-pre-training-camp-edition/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/bryan-2026-steelers-53-man-roster-prediction-pre-training-camp-edition/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:19:09 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936152 With the Pittsburgh Steelers reporting to the Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Tuesday for the start of their 2026 training camp, it’s time to finally throw out my initial 53-man roster prediction for the team. As usual, I have included some analysis underneath each position group. I invite you to post your own differences […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/bryan-2026-steelers-53-man-roster-prediction-pre-training-camp-edition/feed/ 62 936152 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/thats-just-not-true-dulac-pushes-back-on-joey-porter-jr-price-tag/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/thats-just-not-true-dulac-pushes-back-on-joey-porter-jr-price-tag/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:15:23 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936162 The clock is ticking for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. The first training camp practice is Wednesday, and unless a long-term extension comes together before then, Porter is expected to hold in as he waits for a new contract. Based on the way Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac is talking, that hold-in may not […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/thats-just-not-true-dulac-pushes-back-on-joey-porter-jr-price-tag/feed/ 30 936162 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/mark-kaboly-lays-out-bleak-best-case-scenario-for-broderick-jones-future-with-steelers/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/mark-kaboly-lays-out-bleak-best-case-scenario-for-broderick-jones-future-with-steelers/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:03 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936142 The future looks bleak for Broderick Jones, at least as it concerns his future with the team that drafted him. It stands to reason, given that the Steelers have spent two of their three first-round picks on his position since taking him. But given his current health uncertainty, even the broader possibilities for Pittsburgh don’t […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/mark-kaboly-lays-out-bleak-best-case-scenario-for-broderick-jones-future-with-steelers/feed/ 10 936142 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-explains-why-mason-rudolph-isnt-walking-into-true-quarterback-competition/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-explains-why-mason-rudolph-isnt-walking-into-true-quarterback-competition/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:58 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936135 If Mason Rudolph expects to enter a true quarterback competition, he’s in for disappointment, Chris Adamski believes. Appearing on the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown, he discussed the Steelers’ backup quarterback battle. While they used a third-round pick on Drew Allar, it ostensibly boils down to Rudolph against Will Howard. And while Mike McCarthy has learned […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/beat-writer-explains-why-mason-rudolph-isnt-walking-into-true-quarterback-competition/feed/ 110 936135 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-stock-watch-2026-te-pat-freiermuth-3/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-stock-watch-2026-te-pat-freiermuth-3/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:00:54 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936140 Player: TE Pat Freiermuth Stock Value: Up Reasoning: With training camp almost here, reporters seem increasingly confident Pat Freiermuth will have a big early role in the offense. While that might evolve as the season progresses, it would be a welcome change from last year. Everybody seems to agree the Steelers underutilized him, including Pittsburgh […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-stock-watch-2026-te-pat-freiermuth-3/feed/ 4 936140 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-beat-writers-reveal-their-x-factors-for-the-2026-season/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-beat-writers-reveal-their-x-factors-for-the-2026-season/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:20:38 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936138 The Steelers have made many changes this year on and off the roster, but some players could be their X factors. Players whose productivity is less obvious, either positively or negatively. With a high ceiling and a low floor, the idea is players whose performance will help shape the direction in which the season goes. […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/steelers-beat-writers-reveal-their-x-factors-for-the-2026-season/feed/ 2 936138 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/ravens-beat-writer-reports-nnamdi-madubuike-has-received-medical-clearance-set-to-return-this-week/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/ravens-beat-writer-reports-nnamdi-madubuike-has-received-medical-clearance-set-to-return-this-week/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:40:01 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936136 While the Ravens’ Nnamdi Madubuike began training camp on the PUP list, it sounds like his time there will be short. Sidelined since suffering a severe neck injury in Week 2 last season, he is now well and truly nearing return. According to The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec, he has taken the next crucial step that […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/ravens-beat-writer-reports-nnamdi-madubuike-has-received-medical-clearance-set-to-return-this-week/feed/ 1 936136 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/will-michael-pittman-jr-thrive-with-aaron-rodgers/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/will-michael-pittman-jr-thrive-with-aaron-rodgers/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:07:18 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936133 Will Michael Pittman Jr. thrive with Aaron Rodgers as his quarterback? Michael Pittman had a quarterback who really believed in him and could get him the ball last year, and his stats showed it. He had a career year in terms of receiving touchdowns, but Daniel Jones’ injury robbed them of a complete season together. […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/will-michael-pittman-jr-thrive-with-aaron-rodgers/feed/ 1 936133 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/final-steelers-2026-offseason-review-the-biggest-moments/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/final-steelers-2026-offseason-review-the-biggest-moments/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:00:41 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936122 Putting a bow and final review on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason as training camp is only 48 hours away. A look back at the biggest offseason moments that got Pittsburgh to camp and the march towards the 2026 regular season. Steelers’ Offseason Biggest Moments January 13 – Mike Tomlin Resigns A pivotal moment in franchise […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/final-steelers-2026-offseason-review-the-biggest-moments/feed/ 11 936122 https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/depot-after-dark-tomlin-in-cooperstown-all-rookies-signed-dotsons-new-do/ https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/depot-after-dark-tomlin-in-cooperstown-all-rookies-signed-dotsons-new-do/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 01:00:23 +0000 https://steelersdepot.com/?p=936098 A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for July 26. MIKE TOMLIN IN COOPERSTOWN Sunday is a big day in the baseball world with Hall of Fame inductions […]]]> https://steelersdepot.com/2026/07/depot-after-dark-tomlin-in-cooperstown-all-rookies-signed-dotsons-new-do/feed/ 3 936098