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Steelers to Hire Replacement after Abrupt Firing of Assistant Coach

Steelers to Hire Replacement after Abrupt Firing of Assistant Coach

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed at mandatory minicamp on Tuesday that the team will hiring a replacement for senior assistant special teams coach Derius Swinton II, who was fired last week.

The Steelers and Swinton parted ways due to violation of club policy. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor reported that the dismissal was due to “workplace misconduct.”

McCarthy said the Swinton situation was dealt with internally and the hiring process for a new assistant special teams coordinator is ongoing

Swinton, 41, was new to the team this offseason, hired on Feb. 5 to be the assistant to special...

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Mike McCarthy Has Hilarious Reaction to Myles Garrett Leaving the AFC North

Mike McCarthy Has Hilarious Reaction to Myles Garrett Leaving the AFC North

PITTSBURGH — The Cleveland Browns sent two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster trade on Monday.

To say the least, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy is relieved that he will not have to game plan for Garrett.

“I’m all for it,” McCarthy said at mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. “No, Myles Garrett is a phenomenal player. I had a chance to compete against him two years ago, so when you see those type of situations, it happens, and he obviously will have a great opportunity out there in L.A. These trades...

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Mike McCarthy Relived to Have Myles Garrett Exit the AFC North: ‘I’m All for It’

Mike McCarthy Relived to Have Myles Garrett Exit the AFC North: ‘I’m All for It’

PITTSBURGH — The Cleveland Browns sent two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster trade on Monday.

To say the least, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy is relived that he will not have to game plan for Garrett.

“I’m all for it,” McCarthy said at mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. “No, Myles Garrett is a phenomenal player. I had a chance to compete against him two years ago, so when you see those type of situations, it happens, and he obviously will have a great opportunity out there in L.A. These trades...

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‘Really Enjoying Our Time Together’: McCarthy Praises Rudolph As Player And Leader

‘Really Enjoying Our Time Together’: McCarthy Praises Rudolph As Player And Leader

The Pittsburgh Steelers might have their most interesting quarterback room in years. It’s led by a future Hall of Famer in Aaron Rodgers, and Pittsburgh also has two options to groom in Will Howard and Drew Allar. Rounding out the room is another veteran in Mason Rudolph. With Rodgers the starter and the two youngsters […]

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Pittsburgh Steelers Waive Just-Signed Safety

Pittsburgh Steelers Waive Just-Signed Safety

The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially announced the signing of veteran safety Darnell Savage to a one-year contract. In a corresponding move, the team has waived defensive back Makari Paige. We have signed S Darnell Savage to a one-year contract. @BordasLaw 📝: https://t.co/SS3MNnRxrb pic.twitter.com/0oO0LDrDlk — Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) June 2, 2026 Savage’s signing was reported earlier […]

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‘I’m All For It’: Mike McCarthy Thrilled Myles Garrett Exits AFC North

‘I’m All For It’: Mike McCarthy Thrilled Myles Garrett Exits AFC North

The move was shocking Monday afternoon as the Cleveland Browns traded away two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. Garrett reportedly didn’t request a trade this time, but the Browns decided they didn’t fit the star pass rusher’s timeline. That gets a game-wrecker out of the AFC North, […]

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Steelers Will Hire Replacement Special Teams Coach, Says Mike McCarthy

Steelers Will Hire Replacement Special Teams Coach, Says Mike McCarthy

The Pittsburgh Steelers let go of special teams assistant Derius Swinton II last week following a violation of club policy, later reported to be a workplace misconduct violation. The Steelers have recently operated with only one special teams coach, so it was unknown whether or not the team would look to hire another assistant. However, […]

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Will Howard Reveals Big Change Heading Into 2026 Season

Will Howard Reveals Big Change Heading Into 2026 Season

Pittsburgh Steelers second-year quarterback Will Howard revealed in an interview with Kay Adams of Up & Adams that he feels great after making mechanical changes in the offseason.

“I feel like a knock on me coming out of the draft was arm strength and stuff like that. That was one thing that I’ve really just in the last two years, in the offseason with my quarterback coach, and then now with Coach McCarthy and Coach Arth, one of the things that we’ve been working on a lot is just keeping my cleats in the ground, utilizing all the ground force...

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Seeking Contract Extension, Nick Herbig Attends Mandatory Minicamp After Skipping OTAs

Seeking Contract Extension, Nick Herbig Attends Mandatory Minicamp After Skipping OTAs

Pittsburgh Steelers EDGE Nick Herbig was in attendance for the team’s Tuesday mandatory minicamp, a contrast to his absence during the last two weeks of voluntary OTAs. Searching for a contract extension, Herbig appearing today avoided any fines, though his goal of a long-term deal hasn’t seemed to waver. Mike McCarthy was happy to see […]

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‘Slam Dunk’ To Make Roster: Kaboly Predicts ‘Much Better’ Season For Roman Wilson

‘Slam Dunk’ To Make Roster: Kaboly Predicts ‘Much Better’ Season For Roman Wilson

The start of Roman Wilson’s NFL career has left plenty to be desired. Despite generating offseason excitement in each of his first two years, the former third-round pick has totaled just 12 receptions through two seasons. Will 2026 finally be the year Wilson breaks through, or could his roster spot be in jeopardy with added […]

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Pittsburgh Steelers Depth Chart for Minicamp

Pittsburgh Steelers Depth Chart for Minicamp

The Pittsburgh Steelers are moving through the 2026 offseason, and we’ll keep tracking their depth chart changes, as general manager Omar Khan and new head coach Mike McCarthy reshape the Steelers roster for the upcoming season.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 2026 OFFSEASON OFFENSIVE DEPTH CHART

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 2026 OFFSEASON DEFENSIVE DEPTH CHART

Updated on May 26.

Steelers Now’s depth charts are a combination of the Steelers official depth chart, team sources, and our own analysis.

Rookies are listed in italics*. Returning starters are listed in bold. Injured players are listed in red. Players on injured reserve, PUP or NFI lists...

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Pittsburgh Steelers 90-Man Roster for Minicamp

Pittsburgh Steelers 90-Man Roster for Minicamp

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a lot of new in the 2026 season, with a new head coach at the helm for the first time in 20 years.

Here’s the Steelers’ 90-man offseason roster as we enter the 2026 offseason.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 2026 90-MAN OFFSEASON ROSTER

The roster is at 92 players.

Positional breakdown: 4 QB, 6 RB, 11 WR, 6 TE, 1 FB, 16 OL, 12 DL, 6 OLB, 6 ILB, 18 DB, 5 SPEC

Updated on May 26.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 2026 INJURED RESERVE

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 2026 COACHING STAFF

Mike McCarthy, head coach

Brian Angelichio, offensive...

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