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Here’s why Steelers missed out on TD of muffed puntVideo
The crowd cheered loudly. Public-address announcer Larry Richert exhorted the fans at Acrisure Stadium. Staff waved large flags in the end zone. A Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown? The players and coaches on both teams knew better Sunday. Though the Steelers’ Brandin Echols ran into the end zone after corralling a punted...
Malik Harrison, Trey Sermon return, Lew Nichols to make NFL debut for Steelers vs. Colts
For the first time since September, Malik Harrison and Trey Sermon on Sunday were in uniform for the start of a Pittsburgh Steelers game. For Sunday’s home game against the Indianapolis Colts, Harrison returned after a six-game absence because of a knee injury and Sermon was announced as a practice-squad...
Steelers vs. Colts: Get ready for 2025 Week 9 matchup
The Pittsburgh Steelers will try to avoid a three-game losing streak when they host the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. Sunday. The game will be broadcast on CBS, with Ian Eagle on play-by-play alongside analyst JJ Watt and sideline reporter Evan Washburn. The Steelers...
Steelers tasked with figuring way to slow down high-flying Indianapolis Colts offense
A popular television commercial in the 1970s and ’80s told the tale of the Maytag repairman, billing him as the loneliest person in town. The reasoning was that the appliances were so reliable, he simply never got any work. The NFL equivalent in 2025 is Rigoberto Sanchez. He is the...
S Chuck Clark, LB Cole Holcomb ruled out for Steelers because of illness; Malik Harrison activated from IR
The depth at safety continued to shrink Saturday as the Pittsburgh Steelers ruled out Chuck Clark from playing in their game Sunday against Indianapolis because of an illness. Clark had been listed as questionable. With safety Jabrill Peppers already ruled out with a quadriceps injury and DeShon Elliott on injured...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Why would Aaron Rodgers play another season with the Steelers?
When it got reported that the Steelers were already leaning toward bringing back Aaron Rodgers next season, I initially felt it was far too early to decide that. But then I considered that, except for the foolproof act of inheriting Ben Roethlisberger, coach Mike Tomlin has done nothing but mangle...
Steelers 4 Downs: Analytics might say to go for it, but Mike Tomlin plays it very safe on 4th down
1. Fourth-and-whoa No team this season has gone for it less often on fourth down than the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have taken only four offensive snaps on fourth down. That basic stat doesn’t paint half the picture, though, of just how conservative coach Mike Tomlin has been when it comes...
Scouting the Colts: Steelers’ opponent leads the NFL in points, yards
SCOUTING THE COLTS Last meeting The Colts beat the Steelers, 27-24, on Sept. 29, 2024, in Indianapolis Key matchup Colts TE Tyler Warren vs. Steelers safeties Last week, the Steelers allowed Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft to have catches of 59, 33, 24 and 16 yards and score...
Steelers’ Isaac Seumalo will play vs. Colts, Jabrill Peppers won’t, Chuck Clark might not
Pittsburgh Steelers starting left guard Isaac Seumalo returned to practice Friday and has been given the official green light to play in Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. Seumalo left last week’s defeat to the Green Bay Packers during the second half because of a pectoral injury that prevented him...
Beleaguered Steelers defense prepares for Penn State alum, Colts star TE Tyler Warren
No team in the NFL has allowed more yards per game against from tight ends than the Pittsburgh Steelers. No tight end in the NFL has more receiving yards than Tyler Warren. Say no more in regards to what can be a critical matchup of Sunday’s Steelers-Colts game at Acrisure...
First Call: George Pickens addresses contract status in Dallas; ex-Steelers, Colts coach thinks Indy ‘could put up 40 points’
Friday’s “First Call” has an update on contract talks surrounding George Pickens in Dallas. One analyst with Pittsburgh and Indianapolis ties sees little hope for the Steelers’ defense Sunday. We also have odds on all the local college football games, the upcoming local college hockey schedule, and a preview of...
Roman Wilson earned Steelers’ trust behind the scenes until his chance for breakout game
It was 18 months to the day since he’d become a Pittsburgh Steeler when Roman Wilson had his breakout performance. During Sunday’s loss to the Green Bay Packers, Wilson had the Steelers’ longest play from scrimmage (45 yards) and their longest touchdown (21 yards) in addition to leading the team...
Football Footnotes: How have the Colts emerged as the NFL’s best? Ask a Steeler who would know
The Indianapolis Colts are one of the feel-good stories of the year. Based on how their offense is humming and how badly the Steelers’ defense is performing, I’m expecting most of Indiana to be feeling pretty good by about 4 p.m. Sunday afternoon. The Colts visit Acrisure Stadium to play...
If called upon 3 days after joining Steelers, safety Kyle Dugger eager to contribute in game
Kyle Dugger, of course, speaks fluent English. So does the entirety of the Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff and defensive unit. Dugger, though, needed to learn what in some ways sounds like a new “language’ — and fast — after officially joining the Steelers on Thursday. Good thing he has a...
Steelers practice report: Darius Slay, Isaac Seumalo out; Pat Freiermuth, Zach Frazier return
Veteran cornerback Darius Slay was absent from Pittsburgh Steelers practice Thursday. The reason listed on the status report was “personal matter.” Slay, who turns 35 on New Year’s Day, is his first season with the Steelers after 12 years, six Pro Bowl berths and a Super Bowl ring earned last...
Steelers captain Cameron Heyward defends criticism of defensive play after successive losses
As a captain of the Pittsburgh Steelers defense, a title he has held for 11 consecutive seasons, Cameron Heyward isn’t afraid to speak his mind when his group underperforms. Such dissatisfaction was on display Sunday when Heyward said the Steelers didn’t handle adversity well and didn’t show enough fight during...
Steelers DC Teryl Austin explains defensive play-call process, dealing with fan criticismVideo
After consecutive games in which his unit was exploited and amid mounting fan frustration, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin vows to stay the course when it comes to communicating with his players. “I just continue to look at my process to make sure it’s right and try to help...
Tim Benz: Mike Tomlin’s critique of offense more than a ploy to distract from defensive woes
During their 35-25 loss to the Green Bay Packers Sunday, the Steelers had five offensive possessions in the first half. Four of them resulted in trips that penetrated at least the Green Bay 40-yard line. Yet only one touchdown was on the board by halftime, resulting in a 16-7 advantage...
First Call: Why Aaron Rodgers is suddenly backing Pitt; J.J. Watt’s rough outlook for Steelers vs. Colts
Thursday’s “First Call” reveals why Aaron Rodgers is throwing his support behind Pitt. J.J. Watt explains why the “vibes” might not be great for his brother’s defense in Pittsburgh. Logan Cooley discusses his new contract in Utah. And we look at some quirks for the Penguins’ next opponent Thursday night....
U mad, bro?: 2 straight losses, bad defense, retro uniforms have Steelers fans unhappy at Halloween
In a “U mad, bro” post two years ago, I mentioned things that used to make me mad at Halloween. Licorice Good & Plenty came up. There was one house in the neighborhood that used to leave out assorted Good & Plenty mini boxes with a sign that said “Happy...
Slow starts in 3rd quarter troublesome for Steelers, QB Aaron Rodgers
Winning the coin toss and deferring until the second half is a sound strategy in practice, but not in execution for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Four times this season, the Steelers have gotten the ball to start the second half of games. Those drives have ended in three punts and an...
Zach Frazier, Pat Freiermuth join Isaac Seumalo as those sitting out Steelers practice
Center Zach Frazier and tight end Pat Freiermuth joined guard Isaac Seumalo and receiver Scotty Miller as those who sat out Wednesday’s Pittsburgh Steelers practice because of injury. Frazier is still nursing a calf injury that greatly limited his practice time last week but did not prevent him from playing...
Steelers add S Darrick Forrest, OL Jack Driscoll, WR John Rhys Plumlee to practice squad
A former NFL starting defensive back, a veteran offensive lineman and a familiar former quarterback-turned-wide receiver were part of a mini-makeover of the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad Wednesday. Safety Darrick Forrest, guard/tackle Jack Driscoll and receiver John Rhys Plumlee were announced as joining the 16-player practice squad, adding depth to...
CB Cory Trice returns to Steelers practice, remains on IR
The embattled Pittsburgh Steelers secondary added another piece Wednesday, this one from an internal source. Cornerback Cory Trice Jr. returned to practice at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, marking the first time he’d participated in a practice since early during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Trice, who remains on the...
Steelers and lululemon collaborate for NFL gear
Clothes designer lululemon has launched official NFL merchandise, and the Steelers are included in the collaboration. The popular athletic brand added football teams’ logos to some of its most loved items like the Scuba hoodies and joggers. There are six items available in the Steelers collection as of now online,...
