Alan Saunders
@asaunderspgh.bsky.social
Steelers beat writer for @PghSteelersNow, editor at @PghSportsNow, panelist @WPXIFinalWord.
Training camp takeaways:
Yes the #Steelers defense really is that good, and the offense winning the day proves it.
Rodgers to Roman connection growing.
Scotty (Miller) did know.
Who is No. 34?
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Yes the #Steelers defense really is that good, and the offense winning the day proves it.
Rodgers to Roman connection growing.
Scotty (Miller) did know.
Who is No. 34?
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Steelers Camp Takeaways: Yes, The Steelers Defense Really Is That Good
Steelers Training Camp Takeaways: Yes, the Pittsburgh Steelers defense is really that good, and Tuesday's offensive win proves it.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Training camp takeaways:
Yes the #Steelers defense really is that good, and the offense winning the day proves it.
Rodgers to Roman connection growing.
Scotty (Miller) did know.
Who is No. 34?
steelersnow.com/steelers-cam...
Yes the #Steelers defense really is that good, and the offense winning the day proves it.
Rodgers to Roman connection growing.
Scotty (Miller) did know.
Who is No. 34?
steelersnow.com/steelers-cam...
We need to slow down on the Darnell Washington to tackle talk.
Is he big enough to do it? Sure. Would he be good there right now? No.
Could he learn? Probably -- but there's no good reason for the #Steelers to want that.
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Is he big enough to do it? Sure. Would he be good there right now? No.
Could he learn? Probably -- but there's no good reason for the #Steelers to want that.
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Saunders: Lets Slow Down Darnell Washington to Tackle Talk
Steelers Now columnist Alan Saunders says let's slow down talk about moving tight end Darnell Washington to tackle.
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August 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We need to slow down on the Darnell Washington to tackle talk.
Is he big enough to do it? Sure. Would he be good there right now? No.
Could he learn? Probably -- but there's no good reason for the #Steelers to want that.
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Is he big enough to do it? Sure. Would he be good there right now? No.
Could he learn? Probably -- but there's no good reason for the #Steelers to want that.
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I've updated my #Steelers 53-man roster projection, with a few surprising cuts, including two draft picks and a pair of veterans.
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Saunders: Surprising Cuts Highlight Mid-Camp Steelers 53-Man Roster Projection
We've learned a lot about the Pittsburgh Steelers through the first two weeks of training camp at St. Vincent College,
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August 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I've updated my #Steelers 53-man roster projection, with a few surprising cuts, including two draft picks and a pair of veterans.
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#Steelers QB Mason Rudolph, captain Miles Killebrew and Hall of Honor member Rocky Bleier joined President Trump on stage at a rally in West Mifflin on Friday.
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Steelers QB Mason Rudolph Joins President Trump at Rally in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph and others joined president Donald Trump at a rally near Pittsburgh on Friday.
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May 30, 2025 at 10:28 PM
#Steelers QB Mason Rudolph, captain Miles Killebrew and Hall of Honor member Rocky Bleier joined President Trump on stage at a rally in West Mifflin on Friday.
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The #Steelers expect T.J. Watt to eventually sign with the team -- but it could be a while.
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Steelers Expect T.J. Watt Extension -- But It Could Be a While
The Pittsburgh Steelers expect to sign T.J. Watt to a contract extension, but it could take the entire rest of the offseason.
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May 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The #Steelers expect T.J. Watt to eventually sign with the team -- but it could be a while.
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The #Steelers have released rookie defensive lineman Blake Mangelson, the team announced.
Mangelson was one of the club's final UDFA signings in April.
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Mangelson was one of the club's final UDFA signings in April.
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Steelers Surprisingly Release Athletic Rookie Defensive Lineman
On Friday, reports surfaced that the Pittsburgh Steelers released former BYU rookie defensive lineman Blake Mangelson.
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May 30, 2025 at 8:33 PM
The #Steelers have released rookie defensive lineman Blake Mangelson, the team announced.
Mangelson was one of the club's final UDFA signings in April.
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Mangelson was one of the club's final UDFA signings in April.
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Dan Moore Payday: Steelers Left Tackle Gets Massive Free Agent Contract
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March 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Dan Moore Payday: Steelers Left Tackle Gets Massive Free Agent Contract
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CB Carlton Davis goes to the Patriots on a three-year, $60m deal per Tom Pelissero.
Milton Williams also off the board, headed to Carolina per Schefter.
CB Paulson Adebo off the board for the #Steelers, headed to the Giants per Dianna Russini.
March 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
CB Carlton Davis goes to the Patriots on a three-year, $60m deal per Tom Pelissero.
Milton Williams also off the board, headed to Carolina per Schefter.
CB Paulson Adebo off the board for the #Steelers, headed to the Giants per Dianna Russini.
CB Jourdan Lewis to the Cowboys per Rap Sheet.
March 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Milton Williams also off the board, headed to Carolina per Schefter.
CB Paulson Adebo off the board for the #Steelers, headed to the Giants per Dianna Russini.
CB Jourdan Lewis to the Cowboys per Rap Sheet.
And another DT Javon Kinklaw to the Commanders, per Adam Schefter.
March 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
CB Paulson Adebo off the board for the #Steelers, headed to the Giants per Dianna Russini.
CB Jourdan Lewis to the Cowboys per Rap Sheet.
And another DT Javon Kinklaw to the Commanders, per Adam Schefter.
March 10, 2025 at 4:49 PM
CB Jourdan Lewis to the Cowboys per Rap Sheet.
And another DT Javon Kinklaw to the Commanders, per Adam Schefter.
March 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM
And another DT Javon Kinklaw to the Commanders, per Adam Schefter.
An under-discussed point of last night's DK Metcalf trade: By trading for Metcalf instead of signing a free agent, the Steelers will likely be able to retain a significant compensatory draft pick slot from Dan Moore & Najee Harris.
March 10, 2025 at 4:18 PM
An under-discussed point of last night's DK Metcalf trade: By trading for Metcalf instead of signing a free agent, the Steelers will likely be able to retain a significant compensatory draft pick slot from Dan Moore & Najee Harris.
March 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed wide receiver Chris Godwin, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
A three-year deal worth $66m and $44m guaranteed.
The top free agent WR off the market.
A three-year deal worth $66m and $44m guaranteed.
The top free agent WR off the market.
March 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed wide receiver Chris Godwin, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
A three-year deal worth $66m and $44m guaranteed.
The top free agent WR off the market.
A three-year deal worth $66m and $44m guaranteed.
The top free agent WR off the market.
Some reminders:
It's a contact period, not legal tampering. Legal tampering is an oxymoron.
Deals can be agreed to starting at noon, but cannot be official until Wednesday at 4 p.m. Players and teams have changed their minds in the past.
It's a contact period, not legal tampering. Legal tampering is an oxymoron.
Deals can be agreed to starting at noon, but cannot be official until Wednesday at 4 p.m. Players and teams have changed their minds in the past.
March 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Some reminders:
It's a contact period, not legal tampering. Legal tampering is an oxymoron.
Deals can be agreed to starting at noon, but cannot be official until Wednesday at 4 p.m. Players and teams have changed their minds in the past.
It's a contact period, not legal tampering. Legal tampering is an oxymoron.
Deals can be agreed to starting at noon, but cannot be official until Wednesday at 4 p.m. Players and teams have changed their minds in the past.
As expected, the #Steelers have placed a second-round RFA tender on RB Jaylen Warren, his agents told NFL Network.
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Steelers Tender RB Jaylen Warren, Securing His Rights for 2025
The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed a second-round tender on restricted free agent running back Jaylen Warren.
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March 10, 2025 at 3:16 PM
As expected, the #Steelers have placed a second-round RFA tender on RB Jaylen Warren, his agents told NFL Network.
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Craig Wolfley was a friend to all. He'll be dearly missed. RIP, Chalooch.
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Steelers Offensive Lineman, Color Broadcaster Craig Wolfley Dies at 66
Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman and longtime color broadcaster Craig Wolfley has died at the age of 66.
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March 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Craig Wolfley was a friend to all. He'll be dearly missed. RIP, Chalooch.
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The #Steelers have had the luxury of time when it comes to signing a QB.
But with the WR market jumping the gun on FA with releases and trade requests, they're rapidly running out.
If Justin Fields is their guy, it's time to meet his price.
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But with the WR market jumping the gun on FA with releases and trade requests, they're rapidly running out.
If Justin Fields is their guy, it's time to meet his price.
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March 6, 2025 at 1:39 PM
The #Steelers have had the luxury of time when it comes to signing a QB.
But with the WR market jumping the gun on FA with releases and trade requests, they're rapidly running out.
If Justin Fields is their guy, it's time to meet his price.
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But with the WR market jumping the gun on FA with releases and trade requests, they're rapidly running out.
If Justin Fields is their guy, it's time to meet his price.
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