Time for a bye week mailbag. Submit your questions here: t.co/lAi6WtMaRT

During the first NFL game in Dublin, Steelers football (in all its forms) was on display. An efficient running game. A blitz-centric defense. But it wouldn’t be a Steelers game without a nail-biting final minute. www.nytimes.com/athletic/667...

On Week 4 of The Yinziders: 🏈 Is the Steelers defense too reliant on turnovers? ☘️ Vikings writer @aleclewis.bsky.social previews the cat- and-mouse game between Aaron Rodgers and Brian Flores. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5D6s... Youtube: m.youtube.com/watch?v=phWQ...

www.nytimes.com/athletic/665... Steelers steal a win thanks to ‘turnover culture’ and Cam Heyward’s two hands

Five reasons the Steelers defense has fallen short of ‘historic’ hype www.nytimes.com/athletic/663...

“We might have to keep giving him more opportunities in the pass game, because every time he touches it, something good happens.” Aaron Rodgers isn’t the only one wondering if it’s time to give Jaylen Warren a heavier workload. www.nytimes.com/athletic/663...

On Week 3 of The Yinziders: 🏈 Christian Kuntz talks about being a new dad and does a Yinzer pop quiz 🏈 Pats writer @chadgraff.bsky.social previews Week 3 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4so0... YouTube: m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxL...

On Week 3 of The Yinziders: 🏈 Christian Kuntz talks about being a new dad and does a Yinzer pop quiz 🏈 Pats writer @chadgraff.bsky.social previews Week 3 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4so0... YouTube: m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxL...

Steelers secondary in base defense during warmups: LCB - Darius Slay RCB - Jalen Ramsey SS- Chuck Clark FS - Juan Thornhill

How DK Metcalf’s work ethic is setting a new standard for Steelers receivers: ‘He’s the blueprint’ www.nytimes.com/athletic/661...

AFC North Whiparound: Did Aaron Rodgers change your opinion in Week 1? www.nytimes.com/athletic/662...

DK Metcalf is tall as Pat Freiermuth, A as fast as Calvin Austin III and nearly as strong as an offensive tackle. But it’s the way DK works that’s setting a new standard for Steelers receivers. “He’s the blueprint.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/661...

The Yinziders Week 2 with @jennaharner.bsky.social: Alex Highsmith talks superheroes and tells his own origin story from 0-star recruit to the NFL. Seahawks writer @mikedugar.bsky.social breaks down Week 2 Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzJk...

Cam Heyward and the Steelers found middle ground last night, ending the contract dispute on the eve of the opener. Here’s more on the revised deal, which adds more than $3M in possible incentives to his 2025 compensation. www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...

Cam Heyward and the Steelers have agreed to a revised contract, league sources told The Athletic. The deal adds more than $3 million in new-money incentives. He can now make up to $18M in total compensation in 2025. The 36-year-old All-Pro will play in the season opener.

Will Cam Heyward play on Sunday? Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin said yes. But when Heyward talked today, he made the situation sound a bit more complicated. “I wish I had a straight answer for you right now.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/660...

Introducing The Yinziders, a weekly Pittsburgh sports podcast w/ Jenna Harner. This week: 🏈 Pat Freiermuth talks about his engagement, the offense’s trip to Malibu and new QB Aaron Rodgers ✈️ Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt previews Week 1 🐶 The debut of Zeke’s Picks m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl...

Aaron Rodgers can certainly be detailed and demanding. If teammates aren’t where they’re supposed to be, when they’re supposed to be there, he’s going to let them know about it. And that’s a good thing. What I’m seeing from the Steelers: www.nytimes.com/athletic/659...

Introducing The Yinziders, a weekly Pittsburgh sports podcast w/ Jenna Harner. This week: 🏈 Pat Freiermuth talks about his engagement, the offense’s trip to Malibu and new QB Aaron Rodgers ✈️ Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt previews Week 1 🐶 The debut of Zeke’s Picks m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl...

Forever connected by Super Bowl XLV, Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers have navigated careers full of parallel and intersecting moments. Fair or not, this marriage will be judged the same way they always have been — by how close they get to the confetti. www.nytimes.com/athletic/659...

“The last part of his cadence, it doesn’t sound like he’s speaking English. That’s my cue.” Aaron Rodgers’ cadence is one of the NFL’s most unique weapons — just as long as the OL doesn’t jump. How iPads and code words helped the Steelers learn their new QB: www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...

The Steelers have released 11 players: - LB Kenny Willekes - LS Jake McQuaide - DB Kam Alexander - DB Quindell Johnson - DB Kyler McMichael - DB Mikey Victor - OG Doug Nester - OT Julian Pearl - RB Evan Hull - QB Logan Woodside - TE Kevin Foelsch

This was supposed to be the preseason of Will Howard — a chance for the rookie to play a lot and (potentially) prove he should be part of the long-term plan. Instead, it became another test of his resilience. www.nytimes.com/athletic/656...

As the Steelers break camp, how much progress have the young OTs made? www.nytimes.com/athletic/654...

www.nytimes.com/athletic/654... Roster battles heat up at WR, LB, CB: Steelers 53-man roster projection after preseason opener

Steelers rookie QB Will Howard sustained a fracture in the pinky finger of his throwing hand today during a quarterback-center exchange, sources confirmed to The Athletic. He's undergoing additional testing. Here’s more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

www.nytimes.com/athletic/653... Aaron Rodgers and the four concerns emerging for the Steelers offense in training camp

“You’re sitting at third string on the depth chart. A lot has to happen for you to get on the field. And a lot did happen.” With Arron Rodgers taking a vet day, Mason Rudolph earned QB1 reps — and practiced the art of being ready www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

Kaleb Johnson’s biggest test in backs on ‘backers brought out his best, as the rookie shows progress in pass pro. Plus, Aaron Rodgers’ mobility excites the crowd, the two-minute drill goes nowhere and more observations from Friday Night Lights: www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

How Arthur Smith is using TEs like wildcards in the Steelers’ offense: “That’s the beauty of it — being able to move those pieces around so it can look like 10 personnel. It can look like 12, look like 13. It can look like 22…” www.nytimes.com/athletic/652...

Arthur Smith may be the NFL’s most tight end friendly OC. He’s taking that to another level this year, with an 04 (no backs, four TEs) personnel package and Jonnu Smith at RB. Observations from Latrobe: www.nytimes.com/athletic/652...

“Some of the Cleveland people just tried to bash my name a little bit. If you really watch the film, I made a lot of plays.” Suddenly a starter, Juan Thornhill looks to prove Browns wrong. Update on the safety situation + Broderick Jones injured and more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

How many hats will Jalen Ramsey wear in the Steelers’ new-look secondary? “We’re going to figure that out together, huh?” Two practices in, we have some answers. Here are my observations from Day 2 on Ramsey, Rodgers and some emerging newcomers: www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

For new Steelers teammates (and suitemates) Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf, chemistry is still a work in progress on Day 1 of training camp. “I’m going to throw some picks,” Rodgers said. “But I’m going to throw some touchdowns, too.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

T.J. Watt has said there’s a “big difference” between Steelers who have won a Super Bowl and those who haven’t. By re-signing, he’s wagering the final years of his prime that GM Omar Khan’s aggressive approach can bring him a ring. www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

After a noisy offseason full of QB uncertainty, splashy trades and a record-setting contract extension, the Pittsburgh Steelers report to training camp tomorrow. Here’s what I’ll be watching: www.nytimes.com/athletic/650...

Quarterback life after 40: What history says about Aaron Rodgers’ chances in Pittsburgh www.nytimes.com/athletic/649...

Quarterback life after 40: What history says about Aaron Rodgers’ chances in Pittsburgh www.nytimes.com/athletic/649...

T.J. Watt and the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to a three-year extension worth $123 million, sources tell @diannarussini.bsky.social. The deal makes the star edge rusher the NFL’s highest-paid non-quarterback. More from @mikedefabo.bsky.social ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/650...

The Steelers avoided another messy training camp "hold in" and made T.J. Watt a wealthy man today, signing the star edge rusher to a three-year extension. Here's more on the deal and what it means for Pittsburgh: t.co/93cTCBBnxP

How many hats will Jalen Ramsey wear in the secondary? Will the Steelers add another safety? Can Jonnu Smith improve the Steelers’ 13 personnel efficiency? A look at some lingering questions from the Ramsey/ Smith/ Minkah trade. t.co/Rl0AEfXQRe

Since 2020, eight teams have started a QB age 36 or older in 10+ games. PIT x 3 (Ben x 2, Russ x 1) TB x 3 (Brady) GB x 3 (Rodgers) IND x 2 (Ryan, Rivers) ATL x 2 (Cousins, Ryan) NYJ x 1 (Rodgers) LAR x 1 (Stafford) NO x 1 (Brees) PIT could take the lead with 4 in 6 seasons.

Steelers OTAs/ minicamp takeaways: - How the defense is evolving with new voices and schematics - Beanie Bishop takes an early lead on the nickel competition + other position battle updates - Aaron Rodgers’ mentorship of Will Howard feels genuine t.co/g9zLMcTH3o

“We didn’t bring Aaron in here and sign DK for all that money to go run the wishbone.” How Steelers OC Arthur Smith plans to evolve in Year 2: t.co/8aer8eiqiV

Aaron Rodgers is here for Day 1 of mandatory minicamp. T.J. Watt is not. Here’s more on the beginning of a hold out that could turn into a camp hold in. t.co/n7dHtz3Yy9

As the Aaron Rodgers indecision continues, Mason Rudolph gets his chance to lead the Steelers’ offense … for now www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...

Mason Rudolph on the uncertainty/speculation at QB: "That's nothing new to me. There's been constant noise. That is the nature of the NFL. So I have been used to that for a long time now. (I'm going to) do nothing but be the best I can be and help our team get better this spring."

“He’s stout against the run. His resume and tape confirms that. But he’s also a major, major threat in terms of getting after the quarterback.” Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon’s well-rounded skill set shines on film. Take a deeper look here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/635...

“We all know who the problem is,” one player told me last season. George Pickens was never going to “grow up,” so the Steelers had to think about the future and move on. www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

Why the Steelers passed on Shedeur Sanders for Derrick Harmon — and what might come next www.nytimes.com/athletic/630...