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Atlanta Falcons (DEF - ATL)

9/4/26 4:28 PM -
Steelers Will See Familiar Referee In Week 1 Vs. Falcons. Brad Rogers will be the referee for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, marking the second time in a month the Steelers will have Rogers as their referee. He was also the referee for their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers. NFL Communications announced the referee in the weekly game […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/steelers-will-se...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/4/26 2:45 PM -
The Terrible Podcast – New Practice Squader, Rodgers’ Comments About Wilson, Porter Jr. Contract Options & More. Season 17, Episode 18 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right into discussing the most recent player the Pittsburgh Steelers signed to their practice squad and how the team now has 75 players under contract heading into the weekend. Alex and I […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/the-terrible-pod...
Baltimore Ravens (DEF - BAL)

9/4/26 12:30 PM -
Key Defensive Cog Returns To Ravens’ Practice After Yearlong Injury. The Baltimore Ravens defense is close to returning a key addition to the front lines. Continuing a long recovery from his 2025 surgery, DT Nnamdi Madubuike advanced to work in team drills during Thursday’s practice. Head coach Jesse Minter provided an update. “He’s progressing really well,” Minter said via the team’s Twitter/X account. “He’s been […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/key-defensive-co...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/4/26 12:00 PM -
Vince Williams ‘Pretty Confident’ Roman Wilson Will Have ‘Breakout Year’. The Pittsburgh Steelers used to excel at drafting and developing wide receivers. Antonio Brown, Mike Wallace, Diontae Johnson, and George Pickens are just a few receivers the Steelers drafted after Day 1 who turned into productive NFL players. However, Pittsburgh has had less success in recent years. There was hope the team would get back […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/vince-williams-p...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/4/26 9:01 AM -
‘Rapping Him On The Beak:’ Mike Tomlin Reacts To Aaron Rodgers Criticizing Roman Wilson. Will this be the year that Pittsburgh Steelers WR Roman Wilson actually produces on the field? The answer to that question has a lot to do with Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Or more accurately, how much faith Rodgers has in Wilson to do the right things this season. Rodgers certainly praised Wilson recently, saying that […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/rapping-him-on-t...
Cincinnati Bengals (DEF - CIN)

9/4/26 8:20 AM -
Bengals’ Top Receivers Continue To Miss Practice Ahead Of Season Opener. Even with a defense that received upgrades, the Cincinnati Bengals will rely on their offense to carry the 2026 season. Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are the unit’s top two targets. They’ve also spent the last week focused on rehabbing injuries instead of practicing with teammates. Chase and Higgins have yet to return to full […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/bengals-top-rece...
Drake Maye (QB - NE)

9/4/26 8:07 AM -
Patriots' Drake Maye continues to make previous leadership criticisms seem laughable. Heading into the start of the 2026 season, it's almost difficult to believe that some members of the NFL community suggested roughly 12 months ago that New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye hadn't "fully accepted" all that it meant to serve as the undisputed leader of his offense. Wide receiver A.J.
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Roman Wilson (WR - PIT)

9/4/26 6:05 AM -
Mike Tomlin reacts to the Steelers' Aaron Rodgers criticizing Roman Wilson. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers raised eyebrows and sparked conversation on local sports programs when he used a post-practice media availability to point out that wide receiver Roman Wilson "made a repeat mistake" on a play that resulted in an interception.
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https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/mike_tomli...
Jalen Hurts (QB - PHI)

9/4/26 2:48 AM -
Eagles insider shares massive Jalen Hurts update after Howie Roseman comments. Roseman recently insisted that Hurts is not entering a make-or-break season regarding Hurts' future with the franchise after multiple unflattering stories emerged about Hurts following the club's wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers this past January.
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https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/eagles_ins...
Baltimore Ravens (DEF - BAL)

9/4/26 12:00 AM -
Depot After Dark: Rooney Athletic Center In Maryland, Steelers At Youngstown State, Former Scout On Tomlin. 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 Sept. 3. ROONEY ATHLETIC CENTER IN MARYLAND The Steelers and Baltimore Ravens have one of the NFL’s best rivalries. While […]
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Roman Wilson (WR - PIT)

9/3/26 5:30 PM -
‘Don’t Blame Anybody Else’: T.J. Houshmandzadeh Criticizes Aaron Rodgers For Roman Wilson Comments. Roman Wilson has had a rough first two years in the NFL. The Pittsburgh Steelers spent a third-round pick on him in 2024, but he’s only caught 12 passes in two seasons. He missed most of his first year due to injuries, but even when he was healthy last year, he struggled, even getting benched […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/dont-blame-anybo...
Michael Pittman (RB - DEN)

9/3/26 5:00 PM -
Mike McCarthy Highlights ‘Versatility’ Of Steelers’ Tight Ends. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has been a weakness for several years. However, there’s hope that changes with Mike McCarthy calling plays now. The Steelers added some notable skill players this offseason, too, like Michael Pittman Jr. and Rico Dowdle. Their tight ends might be getting overlooked as a result, though. Mike McCarthy highlighted how that […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/mike-mccarthy-hi...
DK Metcalf (WR - SEA)

9/3/26 1:31 PM -
Christian Kuntz ‘Excited’ About Steelers’ Young Receivers, Offense’s Potential. From the outside looking in, it’s understandable that there are some concerns regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ wide receivers. After all, DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. were both banged up throughout training camp and didn’t play in the preseason. Depth behind the two big-name veterans is unproven. Third-year pro Roman Wilson and rookie Germie Bernard […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/christian-kuntz-...
Aaron Rodgers (QB - NYJ)

9/3/26 1:01 PM -
Mike Tomlin Talks Loving Life, Aaron Rodgers, And How He’ll Watch The 2026 Steelers. In a quiet moment, Mike Tomlin might miss the coaching world. But he’s loving the freedom his next chapter has brought him. Appearing on Dan Patrick’s show Thursday morning, a cheerful Tomlin said it hasn’t taken long for him to adjust to his new life. “It’s crazy how quickly you can get used to chilling,” […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/mike-tomlin-talk...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/3/26 1:00 PM -
Robert Spears-Jennings Didn’t Relish His Teammates’ Injuries. But He Took Advantage Of Them.. To borrow a quote from a former Pittsburgh Steelers coach, one man’s misfortune is another man’s opportunity. Robert Spears-Jennings made the most of his chance and played his way onto the team’s 53-man roster. From little-discussed during the draft to the talk of the summer, Spears-Jennings reflected on taking advantage of extra work that injuries […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/robert-spears-je...
DK Metcalf (WR - SEA)

9/3/26 10:31 AM -
Christian Kuntz ‘Excited’ About Steelers’ Young Receivers, Offense’s Potential. From the outside looking in, it’s understandable that there are some concerns regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ wide receivers. After all, DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. were both banged up throughout training camp and didn’t play in the preseason. Depth behind the two big-name veterans is unproven. Third-year pro Roman Wilson and rookie Germie Bernard […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/christian-kuntz-...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/3/26 10:16 AM -
ESPN Analyst Tabs Pair Of Steelers As ‘Under The Most Pressure’ In 2026. The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone all-in on the 2026 season under GM Omar Khan and first-year head coach Mike McCarthy. They’ve spent a lot of money on an aging roster in an effort to compete for the ultimate goal: winning a Super Bowl. The roster looks pretty strong overall, especially with a number of new […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/espn-analyst-tab...
Aaron Rodgers (QB - NYJ)

9/3/26 10:01 AM -
Mike Tomlin Talks Loving Life, Aaron Rodgers, And How He’ll Watch The 2026 Steelers. In a quiet moment, Mike Tomlin might miss the coaching world. But he’s loving the freedom his next chapter has brought him. Appearing on Dan Patrick’s show Thursday morning, a cheerful Tomlin said it hasn’t taken long for him to adjust to his new life. “It’s crazy how quickly you can get used to chilling,” […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/mike-tomlin-talk...
Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

9/3/26 10:00 AM -
‘Bad Things Can Happen To Him’: Vince Williams Doesn’t Want Steelers To Start Max Iheanachor Yet. While the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 53-man roster is set, they still have questions to answer, including who their starting right tackle will be. Broderick Jones was traded to the Dallas Cowboys, so Dylan Cook and Max Iheanachor are the only options for that spot. Cook struggled in the preseason, leading many fans to call for Iheanachor […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/bad-things-can-h...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/3/26 6:01 AM -
‘In The JuJu Mold’: Former Steeler Compares Rookie Germie Bernard To Smith-Schuster. The Pittsburgh Steelers may have undergone a cultural shift this offseason, with Mike McCarthy bringing a more offense-minded approach to the franchise and leading to more three- and four-receiver sets, but the standard for a wide receiver in Black and Gold remains the same. Receivers must play a tough, hard-nosed style of football and be […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/in-the-juju-mold...
Aaron Rodgers (QB - NYJ)

9/3/26 5:40 AM -
Aaron Rodgers Teases His Future Retirement Plans. For the next several months, Aaron Rodgers will focus on football. For the next several decades, it’ll be on everything else. Entering his 22nd and final NFL season, Rodgers offered a window into his retirement plans. “My next chapter in my life is fatherhood,” Rodgers told the Washington Post’s Zito Salena in an article published […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/aaron-rodgers-te...
George Kittle (TE - SF)

9/3/26 5:15 AM -
49ers' Nick Bosa addresses Week 1 status after taking massive step in recovery. Shortly after it was revealed on Wednesday that San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and star pass-rusher Nick Bosa would be traveling with the team for its Week 1 game versus the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, Bosa participated in a full practice for the first time since he suffered an ACL tear.
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https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/49ers_nick...
CeeDee Lamb (WR - DAL)

9/3/26 4:38 AM -
CeeDee Lamb sends warning to NFL about what he, George Pickens will offer Cowboys this season. While there were concerns this past spring that Pickens could cause some headaches for the Cowboys as a way to protest not receiving a multiyear contract, he has since proved that he is all-in on playing for the club during the upcoming season.
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https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/ceedee_lam...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

9/3/26 2:01 AM -
Pittsburgh Carrying Four Initial Quarterbacks Is Easy. Here Comes The Hard Part.. The belief that the Pittsburgh Steelers would keep four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster went from fringe to mainstream by summer’s end. When the team rolled out its initial roster Sunday evening, that thought became reality. Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar entered the spring as the team’s four quarterbacks. They exit […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/pittsburgh-carry...
Lew Nichols (RB - PHI)

9/3/26 12:30 AM -
‘Really Sad To See’: Essex ‘A Little Disappointed’ Eli Heidenreich Made Roster Over Lew Nichols. As soon as it became clear the Pittsburgh Steelers’ new coaching staff didn’t place much value on Kaleb Johnson, the race was on for the third and final running back spot. The contestants were Eli Heidenreich, Lew Nichols and Travis Homer. Heidenreich ended up overcoming the odds and becoming the 10th and final 2026 draft […]
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https://steelersdepot.com/2026/09/really-sad-to-se...