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Steelers Showcase Early Plan For Keeanu Benton
Steelers Depot reports the team is showing an early plan for defensive lineman Keeanu Benton under new defensive line coach Domata Peko after three seasons at nose tackle.
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Steelers Players Weigh In on No Tackling at Training Camp
Mike McCarthy said there will be no live tackling at Steelers training camp, and Steelers Now collected player reactions to the decision.
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'I Had A Down Year': Patrick Queen Knows What To Fix, And How To Fix It
Patrick Queen told reporters he had a down year in 2025 and identified a specific area he must improve as he enters a contract year without an extension.
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Drew Allar is finding purpose in every snap at training camp
Behind the Steel Curtain column on Drew Allar's approach during the first organized practice of training camp at St. Vincent College.
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Drew Allar Reflects on First Day of Steelers Training Camp: 'It Felt Good'
Rookie quarterback Drew Allar told reporters his first day of Steelers training camp felt good and said he is not taking anything for granted.
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Ex-NFL Players Astounded By Former Steelers WR George Pickens' Latest Decision: 'Can't Imagine'
Steelers Now collects reactions from former NFL players to a recent decision by ex-Steelers wide receiver George Pickens.
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Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – CB Asante Samuel Jr.
Steelers Depot rates cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.'s stock as up after his performance in the first training camp practice.
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Former Steelers DT Looks to Make NFL Comeback
Steelers Now reports a former Steelers defensive tackle could be heading to an NFC team as part of an attempted NFL comeback. No player is named in the item.
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This Is The Most Immediate Difference Of A Mike McCarthy Practice
Steelers Depot analysis on what stands out most about the structure and emphasis of a Mike McCarthy practice.
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Mason Rudolph Raves About Mike McCarthy's Attention To Detail: 'It's Very Different'
Quarterback Mason Rudolph told reporters that Mike McCarthy's attention to detail is very different and praised having an offensive-minded head coach.
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Steelers Daily News & Links: LeSean McCoy Calls Out Ryan Clark for Crying; Baldy Breakdown on Antonio Brown
Steelers Now daily links roundup, including LeSean McCoy's comments about Ryan Clark and a Baldy Breakdown on Antonio Brown.
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Steelers Will Carry All Four Quarterbacks Unless One Thing Happens, Gerry Dulac Believes
Gerry Dulac believes the Steelers will keep all four quarterbacks on the roster, per Steelers Depot. This is his projection, not an announced team decision.
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Can Broderick Jones Win A Starting Job?
Steelers Depot asks whether Broderick Jones can win a starting job now that he is practicing again after a neck injury and the team has drafted two tackles.
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Steelers Night Shift: Training Camp is Open!
Steelers Now live audience broadcast hosted by Jobe Morrison discussing the opening of training camp.
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Depot After Dark: Zach Banner Joins Jags' Coaching Staff, Rookies Sign Autographs, Clowney Visited Browns
Steelers Depot's July 29 roundup notes former Steelers lineman Zach Banner joined the Jaguars coaching staff, rookies signed autographs, and Jadeveon Clowney visited the Browns.
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Steelers 2026 Training Camp Diary: Day One
Steelers Depot publishes its day one training camp diary covering the new coaching staff, new players and changes around Latrobe.
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49ers Snap Up Recently Released Steelers Linebacker
The San Francisco 49ers announced they signed linebacker K.J. Henry, who was recently released by the Steelers.
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Popular Former Steelers CB Clears Waivers after Release
Steelers Now reports former Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop cleared waivers after being released by the New Orleans Saints.
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Steelers Afternoon Drive: First Practice Reaction
Steelers Now podcast episode with Alan Saunders reacting to the first training camp practice.
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Steelers interested in signing veteran safety
Behind the Steel Curtain says the Steelers may be eyeing a veteran safety who is a Pittsburgh native. No source or player confirmation is cited in the item.
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Steelers stock report after Day 1 of training camp
Behind the Steel Curtain publishes a stock up and stock down list based on the first training camp practice under Mike McCarthy.
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Patrick Queen expresses faith in Patrick Graham, new Steelers defense
Linebacker Patrick Queen expressed confidence in defensive coordinator Patrick Graham and the new Steelers defensive scheme after the first training camp practice.
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Steelers training camp: Drew Allar’s touchdown, Roman Wilson highlight first practice
Behind the Steel Curtain reports from Latrobe that quarterback Drew Allar threw a touchdown and cornerback Roman Wilson stood out during the first padless camp practice.
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Browns complicate Steelers’ contract negotiations with Joey Porter Jr
Adam Schefter reports the Browns extended cornerback Denzel Ward for two years and $62.2 million with $52.3 million guaranteed while the Steelers negotiate with Joey Porter Jr.
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T.J. Watt shares promising insight into Steelers’ pass rush plan
T.J. Watt said at the first day of training camp that he, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig will line up at multiple spots across the defensive front in 2026.
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'I'm A Franchise Quarterback': Baker Mayfield Feels 'Disrespected' By Buccaneers' Best Contract Offer
The Pittsburgh Steelers are focused on trying to win a championship this season. However, they'll have some questions to answer in 2027. Specifically, the team will need a new starting quarterback. Aaron Rodgers has...
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Look: Darnell Washington's Eye-Opening Body Transformation
Darnell Washington confirmed this offseason that the new Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff has strict weight goals for him, backed by the threat of team fines. It appears he has blown past those goals with a striking...
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McCarthy Details Why Steelers Practiced Two-Minute Drills On First Day Of Training Camp
Head coach Mike McCarthy explained why the Steelers ran two-minute drills on the first day of training camp Wednesday.
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McCarthy Defines Six Pillars Of Steelers Football Fundamentals
Head coach Mike McCarthy laid out six pillars of Steelers football fundamentals, saying he wants to build on the team's physical identity.
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Mike McCarthy Introduces New Philosophy Called the 'Steelers Six'
Head coach Mike McCarthy said during a Thursday pre-practice interview that he has introduced a philosophy he calls the 'Steelers Six.'
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Madden Ratings Revealed For Four More Steelers
EA revealed Madden NFL 27 ratings for four Steelers, with Cam Heyward at 95 overall, T.J. Watt at 93, and Jalen Ramsey among those listed.
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Steelers 2026 Training Camp: 2nd Public Practice Live Blog And Highlights – Thursday 7/30
Steelers Depot's live blog covers the team's second public training camp practice at Saint Vincent College on Thursday, July 30.
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Steelers Injury Central: Starting DB Limited; 3 on PUP List
Steelers Now's injury roundup reports a starting defensive back is limited and three players are on the PUP list to open camp.
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Steelers Get Encouraging News on Young Cornerback's Injury
Steelers Now reports encouraging news on the injury to second-year cornerback Donte Kent, who was placed on a list alongside Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr.
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'Things Could Go Very Wrong': Analyst Sees 'Incredible Variance' In Steelers' Secondary
Analyst Gregg Rosenthal sees incredible variance in the Steelers' secondary despite offseason additions like Jamel Dean and Jaquan Brisker.
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'Different, But The Same': Zach Frazier Talks Adjustments With Mason McCormick Changing Sides
Center Zach Frazier discussed adjusting to Mason McCormick moving to left guard, in comments to Steelers Depot.
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'Drinking Through a Firehose:' Drew Allar Admits NFL Transition Has Been Tough, Finally Feels Ready to Make His Mark
Quarterback Drew Allar said his NFL transition has been difficult but feels ready to make his mark, in comments to Steelers Now.
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'Steel Curtain Is Back': ESPN Analyst Bullish On Pittsburgh's Defense In 2026
An ESPN analyst is bullish on Pittsburgh's 2026 defense, citing offseason additions including Darius Slay, Jalen Ramsey, and rookie Derrick Harmon.
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No Tackling at Practice?! | Steelers Morning Rush
Steelers Now's Morning Rush podcast with Alan Saunders discusses the absence of tackling at Steelers practice.
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Local Insider Still 'Stunned' At Nick Herbig Extension: 'Would Have Never Gotten That Much In Free Agency'
A local insider said he remains stunned by Nick Herbig's four-year, $100 million extension, arguing Herbig would not have gotten that much in free agency.
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