Steelers defense looking to regain swagger as Rodgers looms
The offense isn't the only unit struggling on the Pittsburgh SteelersSEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Blitzburgh no more: Steelers go all-in on four-man rushes, and that won't change vs. Packers The Steelers were forced to pull back on their five- and six-man rushes through the first three games — and it showed.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Ben Roethlisberger - Puts in full practice Roethlisberger (pectoral) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Impact Roethlisberger was withheld from Wednesday's practice due to the pectoral injury that first cropped up following a Week 2 loss to the Raiders, but his return to full activity a day later suggests that he may just have been receiving a maintenance day to begin Week 4 prep. Even though Roethlisberger is on track to play Sunday in Green Bay, his early season form hasn't inspired much confidence. Through three games, Roethlisberger has as many touchdowns (three) as interceptions, and his 6.2 yards per attempt rank 25th among the 33 quarterbacks who have thrown at least 30 passes this season.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Diontae Johnson - Logs full practice Johnson (knee) returned to a full practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Impact Johnson's full participation Thursday sets the stage for him to return to action Sunday against the Packers after sitting out the team's Week 3 contest. Meanwhile, Chase Claypool was added to the Steelers' Week 4 injury report after being limited by a hamstring issue Thursday, while JuJu Smith-Schuster (ribs) logged a limited session following a DNP on Wednesday. Look for Friday's final injury report to provide added clarity with regard to the health and availability of the trio heading into the weekend.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
The Match Up: Steelers at Packers Missi Matthews, Matt, Wolf, and Bob give their take on this Sunday's match against the Packers
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
The Match Up: Pressuring Aaron Rodgers Missi Matthews, Matt, Wolf, and Bob give their take on this Sunday's match against the Packers
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
JuJu Smith-Schuster - Back at practice Smith-Schuster (ribs) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Impact Smith-Schuster didn't practice Wednesday, so his return to the field, even in a limited capacity, bodes well for his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Packers. Meanwhile, Diontae Johnson (knee) -- who was sidelined Week 3 -- was a full participant Thursday, while Chase Claypool (hamstring) was added to the Steelers' Week 4 injury report after logging a limited session. Friday's injury report will reveal whether any or all of the team's top three wideouts head into the weekend carrying an injury designation.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Steelers notes: Devin Bush 'can make a lot more plays' at inside linebacker When Steelers linebacker Devin Bush returned to the lineup this season, he came back to a defense significantly different from the last time...
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Chase Claypool - Added to injury report Claypool was limited at Thursday's practice by a hamstring injury, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Impact Claypool is a new addition to the Steelers' Week 4 injury report, so his status now is worth monitoring along with that of JuJu Smith-Schuster (ribs), who returned to a limited practice Thursday, and Diontae Johnson (knee), who logged a full session. Look for added clarity with regard to the health and availability of the trio for Sunday's game against Green Bay to arrive once the team's final injury report of the week is posted Friday.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
PHOTOS: Practice - Packers Week - Day 2 The Steelers prepare for the Week 4 matchup against the Green Bay Packers
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers Live: The Match Up, presented by UniBet Each week, Missi Matthews is joined by a panel of Steelers Media Network analysis to preview the upcoming game
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
Bush: 'I can make a lot more plays' Devin Bush speaking with the media
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
Patrick Mahomes, Ben Roethlisberger and three coaches under duress in Week 4
Which quarterbacks and coaches are feeling the most heat heading into Week 4? Chris Broussard surveys the scene.SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Steelers vs Packers Week 4's slate of NFL games includes a clash between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers. Steelers vs Packers Prediction and Pick...
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Latest news on Julio Jones, A.J. Brown, Diontae Johnson, more affecting Week 4 WR rankings Julio Jones, A.J. Brown, Diontae Johnson, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Sterling Shepard, and Darius Slayton are all in danger of not playing in Week...
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Staying the course Offensive coordinator Matt Canada steadfast believer in players, plan
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada on the state of the offense, Ben Roethlisberger and more Matt Canada called himself a “half-full” guy Thursday morning. Through three games, many Steelers fans appear to think of Canada as more of....
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Packers host Steelers in rare Rodgers-Roethlisberger matchup
Green Bay’s Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh’s Ben Roethlisberger haven’t faced off as starting quarterbacks since the Packers defeated the Steelers in the Super Bowl a decade agoSEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers vs. Packers odds, picks and trends: Expert predictions for Week 4 game See odds, expert selections and storylines for Week 4's game between the Steelers and the Packers.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Packers seek 3rd consecutive victory as they host Steelers The Pittsburgh Steelers visit Green Bay looking to bounce back after a 24-10 home loss to Cincinnati that dropped them below
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Fantasy football Week 4 lineups: Start Chris Carson and sit Diontae Johnson With so many unforeseeable factors affecting fantasy production, expect turmoil — especially this week. Here's your start/sit for Week 4.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM
Heyward: 'It comes down to preparation and execution' Cameron Heyward speaking with the media
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers mailbag: Does the defense have reinforcements on the way? Welcome to Brian Batko’s Steelers mailbag. You’re more than welcome to email him at bbatko@post-gazette.com, tweet him @BrianBatko or slide....
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Joe Starkey: Super Bowl loss to Packers sent Steelers to different realm It felt horrible at the time. Of course it did. And I’m not talking about Christina Aguilera fumbling the national anthem. Although, come t...
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Memorable moments: Favre makes first start vs. Steelers in '92 Brett Favre made his first career start for the Packers on Sept. 27, 1992, a 17-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
