JuJu Smith-Schuster
Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (1) runs toward the end zone to score against Denver Broncos safety Caden Sterns, left, cornerback Bryce Callahan, bottom middle, and outside linebacker Bradley Chubb, rear, during the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Chiefs keep leaning on McKinnon, other unsung players

By Dave Skretta Jan. 19, 2022 05:06 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is sacked by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Tershawn Wharton (98) during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Retirement awaits Roethlisberger after 42-21 loss in KC

By Dave Skretta Jan. 16, 2022 11:30 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) scrambles against Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton (27) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Steelers have Harris, Smith-Schuster for playoff game in KC

Jan. 16, 2022 07:09 PM EST

He's back: Steelers WR Smith-Schuster returns, will face KC

Jan. 15, 2022 03:44 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers received an unexpected boost on Saturday when they activated JuJu Smith-Schuster off injured reserve ahead of Sunday's...

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) makes a touchdown catch as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden (23) defends during the second half an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Say it ain't so, Joe: Haden eyes last stand in Pittsburgh

By Will Graves Jan. 13, 2022 03:45 PM EST

New York Jets middle linebacker C.J. Mosley, left, tackles Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Lawrence, McCaffrey, Jones headline 2021 All-Absent Team

By Mark Long Dec. 29, 2021 05:35 AM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Chris Wormley (95) sacks Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 05:19 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) makes a catch in the end zone for a touchdown as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. defends during the first half of an NFL football game as Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Sure-handed Steelers WR Diontae Johnson coming into his own

By Will Graves Dec. 02, 2021 05:56 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) throws a pass over Detroit Lions defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike (75) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Detroit Lions at Pittsburgh Steelers 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 01:21 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) is tackled by Chicago Bears cornerback Kindle Vildor (22) after making a catch during the first half an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 8, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Fred Vuich)
Steelers promote WR Sims to active roster as Claypool sits

Nov. 13, 2021 04:05 PM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb is shown during warmups before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Treat: Steelers, Browns renew rivalry with Halloween matchup

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 02:10 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Devin Bush (55) advances a fumble by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) in overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Pittsburgh. The Steelers won 23-20 in overtime. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers steady themselves behind linebacker T.J. Watt

By Will Graves Oct. 18, 2021 12:42 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) dashes past Seattle Seahawks defensive end Benson Mayowa (10) on his way to the end zone and a touchdown during the first half an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Watt forces fumble in overtime, Steelers edge Seahawks 23-20

By Will Graves Oct. 18, 2021 12:25 AM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris, top, leaps over the goal line for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Najee's knowledge; Steelers rookie RB learning on the job

By Will Graves Oct. 15, 2021 11:03 AM EDT

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) eludes the reach of San Francisco 49ers defensive end Arik Armstead (91) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Boomer Sooner in NFL: Quarterbacks Murray vs. Mayfield

By Barry Wilner Oct. 14, 2021 11:44 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner reacts to a play against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)
Steelers eye momentum as Seahawks face life without Wilson

By Will Graves Oct. 14, 2021 01:53 PM EDT

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio meets with reporters following an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Raiders begin picking up the pieces with trip to Denver

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 12:22 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) catches a pass from quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for a touchdown with Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) defending during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers look to build momentum against Wilson-less Seahawks

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 11:48 AM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) hauls in a pass from quarterback Ben Roethlisberger with Denver Broncos cornerback Kyle Fuller (23) defending during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. Johnson took the ball in for a touchdown. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers offense plots a path forward without Smith-Schuster

By Will Graves Oct. 13, 2021 05:36 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) is helped off the field after being injured during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Shoulder injury ends season for Steelers WR Smith-Schuster

By Will Graves Oct. 12, 2021 01:47 PM EDT