PITTSBURGH -- Former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback James Pierre has found a new home after signing a free agent contract.  Per his agent, Toney Scott and Adie von Gontard of YMAPAA Sports, James Pierre will move from the Steelers to the Washington Commanders, with financial details having yet to be reported.  Congrats @TuneLight1 on signing with the @Commanders! #YMAPAA pic.twitter.com/EKuP1phxPy — YM APAA Sports (@YMAPAAsports) March 21, 2024 Pierre, who signed with the Steelers as an undrafted free agent coming out of Florida Atlantic in 2020, has appeared in 66 games ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are starting to ramp up their pre-draft Top 30 visits, bringing in a handful of players this week and continuing to add to that list as they move through free agency and Pro Days.  This week, the Steelers brought in Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall and Georgia State offensive tackle Travis Glover for pre-draft visits, and have a few more names in the building today as well.  According to Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Ray Fittipaldo, the Steelers are meeting with South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette and Oregon State offensive lineman Talies ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently in the market for a wide receiver, ESPN's latest mock draft sees them avoiding a trade and landing their next starter with their first pick in the NFL Draft.  Mel Kiper released his third mock draft of the offseason, and has the Steelers staying put at pick No. 20, selecting a star wideout from LSU. With their first-round selection, Pittsburgh drafts Brian Thomas Jr., a speedy pass-catcher, who many view as one of the top wide receivers in this year's class.  "Just a few weeks ago, at the NFL combine, here's what Steelers general ma ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The door appears to be open for the Pittsburgh Steelers to go and acquire San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk through a trade. As rumors and reports swirl, one team insider believes there's a real chance a deal could take place.  Talking with fans in his weekly chat, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac said a trade for Aiyuk could happen, although the compensation may be something that gets in the way.  "Oh there's a chance," Dulac responded when asked if there's a real possibility of a trade happening. "But it's a lot to give up, especially when you ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly "doing their due diligence" on the wide receiver trade market, sparking many people's interest in acquiring San Francisco 49ers' star Brandon Aiyuk. While it's likely going to take a decent exchange to land the All-Pro, one former player has an idea of how it can happen.  During a recent episode of his podcast, former Steelers lineman Ramon Foster threw out the idea of trading a current lineman for Aiyuk.  "Dan [Moore Jr.] can be used as draft capital," Foster said. "He could be sent over in a package if you looking at San Francisc ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph is about to begin his journey with the Tennessee Titans, signing a one-year deal to head south this offseason. Before he begins his seventh NFL season and puts on a new helmet for the first time since being drafted, he sent his goodbye to the organization and fans of Pittsburgh.  Posting on Instagram, Rudolph sent his farewell to the Rooney family, his teammates and coaches and all of the Steelers fans who have supported him during his time in Pittsburgh.  "For the past 6 years, it has been a privilege to be part of t ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- An arrest warrant has been issued for former Pittsburgh Steelers and current Detroit Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton for aggravated battery - domestic violence, according to the Detroit Press's Dave Birkett. Sutton, 29, is wanted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and is believed to be driving a Jeep Grand Wagoneer.  On the phone with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, a public information officer said this is the same Cam Sutton that plays for the Lions and a warrant has been issued for his arrest https://t.co/wUYh7OtC5D — Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) March ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers have hired a new assistant defensive backs coach, replacing Gerald Alexander who left for the Las Vegas Raiders, the team announced.  Midget comes to the Steelers with nine years of NFL experience under his belt, spending the last three seasons with the Tennessee Titans. Prior to Tennessee, he was with the Houston Texans as their assistant defensive backs coach from 2014 to 2017 and then their defensive backs from 2018 and 2019.  He also spent time at the college level, working with Virginia Tech (2007), Georgia State (2008-2011) and Penn State ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers likely view Justin Fields as their long-term option at quarterback after trading with the Chicago Bears for the former first-round pick. But according to his current market value, they're going to be paying a 10-28 quarterback a top-six salary.  While market values don't also turn out to be what the player signs for, it's typically used as a bookmark for what a team is going to have to pay for a specific player. Sometimes, the team gets a better deal. For example, the Steelers signed linebacker Patrick Queen for an average salary of $13.6 million a ye ..read more

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to head into their spring and summer workouts with Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback and Justin Fields as his backup. But not everyone believes that will stick long-term.  One NFL analyst, Nick Wright, gave his prediction about how the quarterback situation will play out and doesn't see it as cut-and-dry as reports are making it seem. During an appearance on The Herd, Wright said he expects Wilson to head into the season as the QB1, but doesn't see that lasting the entire year.  "I know what Russell Wilson is right now. I ..read more