JuJu Smith-Schuster
File-This Dec. 27, 2020, file photo shows Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) running after a catch with Indianapolis Colts cornerback Xavier Rhodes (27) defending during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. Smith-Schuster is keeping it “lit" with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The free-agent wide receiver surprisingly opted to return to the Steelers on Friday just days after strongly hinting that his departure on the open market was imminent. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Surprise! Smith-Schuster sticking with Steelers in 2021

By Will Graves Mar. 19, 2021 03:13 PM EDT

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert signs 1-year contract extension

Mar. 15, 2021 03:04 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevin Colbert is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team's long-time general manager signed a one-year contract...

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST

Steelers have many needs but little money in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 04:37 PM EST
PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, LB Bud Dupree, LT Alejandro Villanueva, RB James Conner, LB...

Steelers re-sign WR Ray-Ray McCloud to 1-year deal

Mar. 11, 2021 12:09 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ray-Ray McLoud's solid season with the Pittsburgh Steelers earned the wide receiver/returner a second stint with the team. ...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) has a laugh with teammates in drills during an NFL football practice in Pittsburgh, in this Tuesday, May 21, 2019, file photo. Ben Roethlisberger is returning for an 18th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and is taking a pay cut to do it. The team and the two-time Super Bowl winner announced on Thursday, March 4, 2021, they have agreed on a new contract that assures the 39-year-old will be back in 2021.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Steelers, Roethlisberger agree to new deal for 2021 season

By Will Graves Mar. 04, 2021 02:59 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, late Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers planning on Roethlisberger's return in 2021

Feb. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EST

Steelers GM Colbert: Work to do to bring back Big Ben

By Will Graves Feb. 17, 2021 03:36 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is still a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet despite optimistic overtones from both the team and its longtime...

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson walks off the field before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Houston. Star quarterback Deshaun Watson has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, because they weren’t authorized to discuss the request publicly. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL carousel will spin soon, and not just for quarterbacks

By Barry Wilner Feb. 10, 2021 12:10 PM EST

Steelers promote QB coach Canada to offensive coordinator

By Will Graves Jan. 25, 2021 04:01 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't look very far to find a new offensive coordinator, promoting quarterbacks coach Matt Canada to the position on...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) stands on the sideline after throwing an interception during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Tomlin: a lot of work ahead after Steelers' playoff flameout

By Will Graves Jan. 13, 2021 02:40 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, left, talks with his defense, including outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90), during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
What now? Steelers face uncertain future after quick exit

By Will Graves Jan. 12, 2021 07:15 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) scores on a 40-yard pass play with Cleveland Browns strong safety Karl Joseph (42) and Robert Jackson, rear, defending during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
End of an era? Steelers facing big questions after loss

By Will Graves Jan. 11, 2021 01:46 AM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) runs past Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Vince Williams (98) during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Same old Browns? Hardly. Cleveland drills Steelers 48-37

By Will Graves Jan. 10, 2021 11:52 PM EST

Cleveland Browns strong safety Karl Joseph (42) recovers a fumbled in the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021.(AP Photo/Don Wright)
Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers 1/10/2021

Jan. 10, 2021 08:38 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) makes a catch past Indianapolis Colts cornerback Rock Ya-Sin (26) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Short-handed Browns face tough, familiar task in Pittsburgh

By Will Graves Jan. 07, 2021 06:23 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Ticking clock? Time running out for Steelers veterans

By Will Graves Jan. 06, 2021 08:36 PM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) breaks a tackle from Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) and rushes for a 47-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Steelers enter playoffs confident late fade wasn't an omen

By Will Graves Jan. 04, 2021 05:23 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) scrambles during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Steelers QB Rudolph shows poise in return to Cleveland

By Will Graves Jan. 03, 2021 06:22 PM EST

Cleveland Browns defensive end Adrian Clayborn (94) grabs Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph's (2) jersey during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns end long playoff drought, survive late Steelers rally

By Tom Withers Jan. 03, 2021 04:25 PM EST