Steelers/NFL category, Page 2
Steelers inside the ropes: Patrick Queen, Payton Wilson ILB duo not leaving the field for subpackage play
While the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks have made throws that some would refer to as “dimes” during the first four practices of training camp, the first-team defense has not yet shown its dime. That’s because the Steelers are electing to keep both of their starting inside linebackers on the field for...
Steelers camp report: Left tackle Broderick Jones makes early exit with ‘lower-body injury’
Broderick Jones’ practice day was cut short Sunday because of a lower-body injury. The Pittsburgh Steelers left tackle was unable to finish the team’s fourth training camp practice at Saint Vincent. Jones did individual work on the turf practice field, and he was having his torso wrapped when the Steelers...
Steelers ready for hitting to begin when pads come out in next stage of training camp
If training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers were viewed as a menu, the first four days were the appetizer. What takes place next is the main course. Coach Mike Tomlin likes to say that camp doesn’t truly begin until the pads come out of storage and genuine hitting is permitted....
Chuck Clark shows veteran football IQ by quickly hopping on Steelers’ moving train
The day his team added Chuck Clark to its secondary mix, coach Mike Tomlin was asked if the Pittsburgh Steelers viewed it as a plus that the veteran safety had played six seasons for the rival Baltimore Ravens. “I just view players as familiar or unfamiliar,” Tomlin said in reference...
Steelers inside the ropes: Jalen Ramsey making plays at practice like 3-time All-Pro he is
Three days into practices with the Pittsburgh Steelers, three days in which Jalen Ramsey turned heads like the three-time NFL All-Pro he is. Ramsey is noticeable almost every time he’s on Chuck Noll Field so far at training camp at Saint Vincent. On Saturday, he appeared to line up at...
Zach Frazier trying to overcome low snaps to Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers early in camp
For the second day in a row, the initial team portion of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp began with a thud. Second-year Zach Frazier began the “seven shots” session Saturday with a low snap that skipped past quarterback Aaron Rodgers. It was reminiscent of the previous day when Frazier sent his...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: CB trio offers options, but Steelers need to be aggressive
The Pittsburgh Steelers have three starting cornerbacks: Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and Darius Slay. None is really a slot guy, though that transition is uncomplicated. None is a safety. Coach Mike Tomlin tells us, “They’re (all) gonna be on the field.” But he doesn’t tell us how. It’s intriguing....
Ben Roethlisberger, Maurkice Pouncey, Joey Porter elected to Steelers’ Hall of Honor
Ben Roethlisberger and Maurkice Pouncey will get to have one more center-quarterback exchange. Roethlisberger and Pouncey were elected to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Hall of Honor on Saturday along with linebacker Joey Porter. The trio will be recognized at the Dec. 15 game between the Steelers and Miami Dolphins at Acrisure...
Steelers notebook: Weather cuts practice short, Calvin Austin marvels at dolphins
After a short practice to begin training camp, typically the Pittsburgh Steelers gradually ramp up to a full two-plus hours of drills. The second practice of this camp, though, ended up being shorter than the first. It was no fault of the team nor coach Mike Tomlin, though. Blame Mother...
Steelers LT Broderick Jones looking forward to keeping Aaron Rodgers ‘upright’ this season
For the first time in an NFL career that is entering its third season, Broderick Jones is being entrusted to protect his quarterback’s blind side at left tackle. And not just any quarterback. He’s tasked with blocking for 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP. “I have to keep him...
Steelers inside the ropes: After another rough 1st snap, Aaron Rodgers connects with top targets
In his first live, 11-on-11 practice rep with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, Aaron Rodgers threw an interception. For his first rep on Day 2 on Steelers training camp, Rodgers was the recipient of a bad snap. That’s OK. The 21-year veteran recovered and showed some of that four-time NFL...
Steelers sign veteran safety Chuck Clark
Twenty-five days after the trade of Minkah Fitzpatrick and on the second practice of training camp, the Pittsburgh Steelers fortified their safety depth with the signing of veteran Chuck Clark on Friday. The 30-year-old Clark will be entering his ninth NFL season and has been a regular starter in the...
Tim Benz: Aaron Rodgers is the X-factor in meeting his own ‘expectations’ with Steelers
During his first training camp interview as a Steeler, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was asked if he had expectations for himself and the team. “I do, yes,” Rogers flatly replied. And they might be? “I’m not telling you,” Rodgers quipped back. Conversely, Steelers general manager Omar Khan didn’t feel the need...
First Call: Mike Tomlin’s early praise for Kaleb Johnson; potential trades for Mitch Keller, David Bednar
Friday’s “First Call” has potential trade destinations for two former Pirates All-Stars. A Steelers rookie turned some heads on Day 1 of training camp. We preview the Pirates’ weekend series against Arizona. And we check in on Russell Wilson’s start in New York. Good start Mike Tomlin isn’t one to...
Steelers defense pledges to create new ways for T.J. Watt, rest of the pass rush to create havoc
A lot is being made of the first 11-on-11 play of the Steelers’ 2025 training camp: Aaron Rodgers intercepted by Patrick Queen on a throw intended for DK Metcalf. Of course that was going to get some buzz. I was kinda intrigued by the third play, though. T.J. Watt was...
Derry native tackles big job as Steelers’ team dietitian
While the Pittsburgh Steelers are at training camp for the next three weeks, a nighttime snack before another hard day of practice might be a steak, chicken or salmon filet with potatoes, rice and vegetables. It’s not everyone’s go-to bedtime bite, but it is part of the nutrition plan mapped...
Steelers inside the ropes: Jalen Ramsey vacillates between slot, free safety; Darius Slay plays outside
If the first practice of training camp is any indication, the Pittsburgh Steelers plan to deploy all three of their starting-caliber outside cornerbacks for virtually every down of games. The most decorated of the three, however, won’t just be playing outside corner. Jalen Ramsey spent his first official work day...
Aaron Rodgers glad to get 1st pick ‘out of the way’ on 1st training camp throw with Steelers
Ben Roethlisberger once bragged he went an entire training camp without throwing an interception. Aaron Rodgers can’t make that claim in his first year with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 41-year-old quarterback didn’t escape the initial team period Thursday at Saint Vincent College without throwing a pick. His first attempt, in...
Steelers’ Jonnu Smith bonds with Pat Freiermuth, believes they can be NFL’s best TE duo
First, it was coach Mike Tomlin who downplayed the idea that newest Pittsburgh Steelers offensive acquisition Jonnu Smith was entering a “two dogs, one bone” situation for TE1 duties against incumbent Pat Freiermuth. Twenty-four hours later on the first day practices at training camp, it was Smith who likewise defused...
Steelers return to afternoon workouts as temps reach 90s for initial training camp session
After a one-year switch to the Pittsburgh Steelers conducting training camp practices in the morning on weekdays, coach Mike Tomlin moved all sessions this summer back to an afternoon start time. All practices, except for the annual night workout at Latrobe’s Memorial Stadium, will begin at 1:55 p.m. Or, as...
Photo gallery: Steelers fans descend on training camp
Fans descend on Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for the opening day of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp despite the high July temperatures. The advantage of arriving early is that you can get a close parking spot. Steelers fans congregating would not be complete without a discussion — or is it...
First Call: Juan Thornhill pushes back at Cleveland’s portrayal of his skills; viral video of funny Browns photo op goof
A new Pittsburgh Steeler is still unhappy about how he was portrayed in Cleveland. The Browns had an unfortunate viral moment. Another Steeler is in the NFL’s Top 100. And a former Steelers first-round pick may have just suffered a season-ending injury. All that in Thursday’s “First Call.” Not over...
Finding playing time for 3 cover corners won’t be an issue for Steelers coach Mike Tomlin
No two dogs, one bone scenario will be necessary in training camp this year for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Or in the case of the team’s veteran cornerbacks: three dogs, two bones. The Steelers already had former second-round pick Joey Porter Jr. at one corner spot and found a complementary piece...
Tim Benz: Mike Tomlin, Omar Khan, T.J. Watt say a lot without saying it all
Steelers general manager Omar Khan hasn’t spoken to the Pittsburgh media since the team traded George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys back in May. There’s been a lot to catch up on since then. “We signed Aaron Rodgers, and (I) can’t wait for the fans to get to know him....
U mad, bro?: Fans go off about T.J. Watt’s contract, Paul Skenes’ lack of run support, Bob Nutting’s ineptitude
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ season is essentially over because Steelers training camp has started. But that doesn’t mean Pirates fans can’t fire a few parting shots on their way off to irrelevance. Even after sweeping the Tigers. Also, some readers are already in training camp mode, getting their Steelers dander up...
