Mason Rudolph
FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph warms up before an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Mason Rudolph is staying with the Pittsburgh Steelers after all. Pittsburgh signed the longtime backup quarterback to a one-year deal on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, a somewhat unlikely return after Rudolph was essentially passed over twice for the chance to become the starter following Ben Roethlisberger's retirement after the 2021 season. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Steelers fortify QB room, bring back longtime backup Mason Rudolph to 1-year deal

May. 17, 2023 12:57 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold is sacked by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt during the first half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Trubisky solid, Steelers' D shuts down Panthers in 24-16 win

By Steve Reed Dec. 18, 2022 04:16 PM EST

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) looks to pass against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL preseason football game on Aug. 28, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Rudolph is in the mix to start on Sunday, Dec. 18, at Carolina with starting QB Kenny Pickett in the concussion protocol. Rudolph has been inactive all season while working with the third string behind Pickett and Mitch Trubisky. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Steelers QB Rudolph eyeing one last shot in Pittsburgh

By Will Graves Dec. 14, 2022 04:26 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (18) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022. Picket left the game under concussion protocol. (AP Photo/Fred Vuich)
Pickett's status uncertain after 2nd concussion in 8 weeks

By Will Graves Dec. 13, 2022 02:48 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson is tackled after a catch by New Orleans Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) and New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor (27) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers WR Diontae Johnson becoming a highly paid decoy

By Will Graves Nov. 22, 2022 02:23 PM EST

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada watches as players go through drills during an NFL football practice at rookie minicamp, Friday, May 13, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada believes the NFL's 30th-ranked offense is getting close to busting out. The question, however, if it will be in enough time to salvage the season or Canada's long-term prospects with the organization. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, FIle)
Embattled Steelers OC Canada: scoring issues 'all me'

By Will Graves Oct. 27, 2022 05:27 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) is helped on the field after being injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Tagovailoa returns as Dolphins seek turnaround vs Steelers

By The Associated Press Oct. 20, 2022 04:14 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) scrambles against the New York Jets during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Kenny Pickett's 1st start is final step of an unlikely rise

By Will Graves Oct. 05, 2022 05:09 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) throws a pass during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Tomlin, Steelers in no mood to panic as offense sputters

Sep. 27, 2022 07:29 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky, right, talks with Kenny Pickett during NFL football practice, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex in Pittsburgh. (Matt Freed/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)
Steelers' Trubisky takes aim at Browns in QB's rivalry debut

By Tom Withers Sep. 21, 2022 02:38 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns wide receivers Amari Cooper (2) and Donovan Peoples-Jones (11) celebrate after Cooper caught a touchdown pass against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Ragged rivals: Browns, Steelers meet with teams struggling

Sep. 21, 2022 12:53 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) takes the field for an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Pro Picks: Browns not among 9 home dogs vs. Steelers

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 21, 2022 12:18 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett stands on the field during an NFL preseason football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Cleveland. Now, more focused, stronger and driven like never before to push himself beyond what he thought possible as he reaches a pivotal point in his NFL career, Garrett has his sights on a new target. He's seeking greatness. Iconic greatness. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Unstoppable: Browns star Garrett driven to chase greatness

By Tom Withers Sep. 09, 2022 04:56 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) makes a catch during NFL football training camp Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Trubisky, Steelers open post-Big Ben era against Bengals

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 08, 2022 02:14 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky throws during NFL football practice Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (Matt Freed/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)
Trubisky starting QB, rookie Pickett the backup for Steelers

By Will Graves Sep. 06, 2022 02:34 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky throws during NFL football practice Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (Matt Freed/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)
QB won: Steelers newcomer Mitch Trubisky is Week 1 starter

By Will Graves Sep. 05, 2022 03:07 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) regains his footing with two Cincinnati Bengals helmets in his hands after a third scuffle escalated into a brawl during a joint preseason NFL football camp practice between the Bengals and the Rams in Cincinnati, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022. Practice was ended early after the third scuffle turned into a broader fight between players on both teams. (Sam Greene/The Cincinnati Enquirer via AP)
Analysis: Aaron Donald wasn't prepared for media tour

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 02, 2022 03:35 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) regains his footing with two Cincinnati Bengals helmets in his hands after a third scuffle escalated into a brawl during a joint preseason NFL football camp practice between the Bengals and the Rams in Cincinnati, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022. Practice was ended early after the third scuffle turned into a broader fight between players on both teams. (Sam Greene/The Cincinnati Enquirer via AP)
Aaron Donald on helmet swing: 'It was just a practice'

By Rob Maaddi Aug. 31, 2022 05:51 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) scrambles for yardage during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. Trubisky is battling with fellow Steeler quarterbacks Kenny Pickett for the right to replace longtime starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who retired in January. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Tomlin still mum on starting QB as Steelers add LB, lineman

By Will Graves Aug. 30, 2022 07:11 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) scrambles for yardage during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. Trubisky is battling with fellow Steeler quarterbacks Kenny Pickett for the right to replace longtime starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who retired in January. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Steelers looking for better O-line play, regardless of QB

By Will Graves Aug. 26, 2022 03:32 PM EDT