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3 things Steelers must do after cutting CB Steven Nelson The Steelers recently cut cornerback Steven Nelson. Here are three things Pittsburgh must do to ensure success in the secondary in 2021. Wit...

MARCH 23, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

10 realistic replacements Steelers could find for CB Steven Nelson With the Steelers releasing Steven Nelson, here is a comprehensive ranking of the ten most realistic options to replace him next season. It...

MARCH 23, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Steelers released Steven Nelson after he publicly aired frustration Steven Nelson's public outburst didn't sit well with the Steelers. In response to his comments, Pittsburgh made the choice to release the ve...

MARCH 23, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM

Steelers mock draft: Steven Nelson throws a curveball in Pittsburgh’s plans The Steelers recently re-signed JuJu Smith-Schuster, while Steven Nelson will be traded or cut. Here's how that changes things in my latest...

MARCH 23, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Surprise! Smith-Schuster sticking with Steelers in 2021

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers

MARCH 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers free agency news, grades, analysis: Steven Nelson to be traded or released The Steelers want to try to make one more Super Bowl run with Ben Roethlisberger at QB. We're tracking all of their free agency moves.

MARCH 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Given OK to seek trade The Steelers have given Nelson permission to seek a trade, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Nelson is considered one of the league's more reliable cornerbacks, and the 28-year-old is coming off three consecutive years with at least 15 appearances, so he's also been durable. He'll carry an $8.25 million base salary for 2021, the final season of his three-year deal. Of course, if Nelson does get traded, his next team could work out an extension or contract restructure.

MARCH 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers cut LB Williams, re-sign OL Banner, CB Sutton

The Pittsburgh Steelers have released veteran inside linebacker Vince Williams

MARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers hire Grady Brown as secondary coach

The Pittsburgh Steelers have hired Grady Brown as their new secondary coach

FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes full practice reps Nelson (knee) returned to full participation in practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Having improved from limited involvement during Wednesday's practice session, the 27-year-old cornerback is seemingly in the clear for his 16th appearance of the season Sunday night versus Cleveland. Nelson has recorded two interceptions and nine pass breakups for the Steelers this season. However, the seven touchdown passes he's surrendered in coverage are more than the five combined TDs he allowed between 2018 and 2019 over 189 targets.

JANUARY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ticking clock? Time running out for Steelers veterans

The Pittsburgh Steelers head into the playoffs knowing the championship window is closing for veterans such as Ben Roethlisberger

JANUARY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Limited to start week Nelson (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Nelson has dealt with some knee issues this season, but he'll likely do everything in his power to be available for Sunday's wild-card round matchup with the Browns. Barring a setback in practice this week, the starting cornerback should be able to play, as he hasn't missed any game action since sitting out Week 13.

JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers LB Williams joins COVID-19 list, C Pouncey exits it

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be limited at inside linebacker when they face the Buffalo Bills after placing Vance Williams on the reserve/COVID-19 list

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers activate RB James Conner off reserve/COVID-19 list

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ struggling running game received a boost when James Conner was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to full practice Nelson (knee) was a full participant in practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Nelson missed Monday's loss to Washington with a knee injury but has apparently healed up since. His full participation Wednesday puts him on pace to suit up Sunday in Buffalo.

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

First loss leaves Steelers with plenty to work on

The Pittsburgh Steelers are no longer perfect, and their first loss of the season left them with plenty to work on

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers missing K Boswell against Washington

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without placekicker Chris Boswell when they put their unbeaten 11-0 record on the line against Washington

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sitting out Monday Nelson (knee) is inactive for Monday's game versus the Football Team.

Impact Cameron Sutton and Mike Hilton should both see more work at cornerback against Alex Smith on Monday. Nelson didn't practice at all during the week, so his status is in question for next week's matchup against the Bills as well.

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as doubtful Nelson (knee) is listed as doubtful for Monday's contest against Washington.

Impact Nelson has not practiced all week so it seems like all signs are pointing to the safety being unavailable for the prime-time battle. Cameron Sutton and Mike Hilton likely will see a bump in their respective snap counts if Nelson is eventually ruled inactive.

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers rookie LB Highsmith ready to fill in for Dupree

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense will have a new look when it faces Washington

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers cornerback Steven Nelson struggling with a knee injury The Steelers only have one real injury on their roster, but here's why this loss could be big against the Washington Football Team. The Stee...

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Set for MRI Coach Mike Tomlin said Thursday that Nelson is set to undergo an MRI on his knee, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Nelson finished Wednesday's game playing 89 percent of the team's defensive snaps, but it appears the team wants to be cautious with the knock. The Oregon State product has been strong this campaign, racking up 31 tackles (27 solo) and two interceptions across 11 games. It will be a quick turnaround for Nelson and the Steelers, as the next game is scheduled for Monday against Washington, so it's unclear if Nelson will be ready for Week 13.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dupree's injury latest hurdle for unbeaten Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to pursue perfection without outside linebacker Bud Dupree

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers' Steven Nelson gets flagged after DJ Chark throws punch to face Referees botched the call but the Jaguars couldn't take advantage of their lucky break.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

So far, so good; Steelers building momentum during 4-0 start

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 4-0 for the first time in 41 years after slipping past Philadelphia 38-29

OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS