Second-year Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson may be down after last season, but he refuses to be out for the count. Suffice it to say his rookie year did not go as anybody envisioned, but he’s ready for a new chapter. He knows he has his work cut out for him, and a new depth chart […]

Step aside, Antonio Brown. There’s a new gold standard for Day 3 draft picks in Pittsburgh. Nick Herbig’s $100 million extension makes him the highest-paid Day 3 pick (defined: rounds 4 and on) in Steelers franchise history. Herbig has a long way to go to have the type of career that Brown had, but he […]

The Cleveland Browns still have a plan for their roster following the departure of defensive end Myles Garrett.

The Cleveland Browns shocked the football world when they decided to trade away reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. However, now many believe that could be the first domino of many to fall for Cleveland.

ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler recently put those beliefs to bed, though, stating the Browns aren’t planning to move any more of their star players, including cornerback Denzel Ward.

“Don’t sense this is a fire sale. Was told a hard...

Player: S Darnell Savage Stock Value: Purchased Reasoning: At long last, the Steelers are signing Darnell Savage. Reported months ago, the cause of the extended delay is unclear. With Savage coming in, though, it gives the Steelers an experienced veteran backup safety. And it puts in jeopardy the position of a number of younger defensive backs. […]

$100 million helps, but it was something much more innocuous that showed Nick Herbig how much the Steelers value him. Under a new regime, HC Mike McCarthy made him a priority despite the chaos of putting together a coaching staff and everything that such a change entails. Herbig wasn’t even around, but McCarthy wanted to […]

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a weekly Steelers links roundup at BTSC. But first, let’s take a look around the AFC North:

• Ravens rookie scouting report: RB Adam Randall offers rare size, pass-catching chops (Baltimore Beatdown)
• Bengals’ Steve Radicevic says team “not done” making roster moves (Cincy Jungle)
• Browns: Jim Schwartz on Garrett’s greatness and missing out on HC (Dawgs By Nature)

Now, onto some Steelers news and discussion:

Two-minute drill on the docket for Day 1 of minicamp

(From Steelers.com’s Brian Batko): Typically, an NFL team with four quarterbacks might skimp on...

The Browns don’t know who their quarterback will be, but HC Todd Monken knows he doesn’t want Brendan Sorsby. The standout from Cincinnati, his off-field issues have complicated his immediate future. The NCAA already denied him eligibility for 2026, but the decision is now going before a judge. In the meanwhile, he could potentially enter […]

What does Nick Herbig’s extension mean for Alex Highsmith? The somewhat surprising contract extension for Nick Herbig raises questions about the future, particularly for Alex Highsmith. Already the frequent subject of trade speculation, the Steelers now have an actionable scenario that makes it possible. They now have T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, and Jack Sawyer under […]

Nick Herbig may have had the shortest hold-in in NFL history. Missing just one day of mandatory minicamp, Herbig agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal Tuesday to remain with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the long haul. Questions about his role, fit, and rotation with T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith are valid. Pittsburgh has to […]

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 June 2. SPEARS-JENNINGS FOOTBALL CAMP The Steelers added 10 players in this year’s draft, injecting their roster with young talent. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had to prioritize a few contract extensions this offseason. Of them all, Nick Herbig’s seemed to be the most complicated. Yet, before Joey Porter Jr., Darnell Washington, or Keeanu Benton, the Steelers have reportedly agreed to terms with Herbig on a massive four-year extension. It will pay him $100 million over the […]

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. knows what he deserves in his next contract.

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is due for a big contract extension with his rookie deal set to expire at the end of the 2026 season, and he knows exactly the type of payday he’s looking for.

Porter recently revealed that he expects to be paid as one of the NFL’s top cornerbacks while holding in at mandatory minicamp.

“Definitely, I feel like I was an elite guy since I’ve been in this League, and I’m happy that I’m getting the respect that...