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sports11 days ago•22 min saved

Steelers Snap Losing Streak with 30-27 Win Over Bengals, Powered by Rookie Line and Jaylen Warren

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 on Sunday, ending a two-game losing streak and securing first place in the AFC North. The victory was defined by a dramatic offensive turnaround, driven by rookie offensive tackle Max Iheanachor’s first start and running back Jaylen Warren’s 176-yard performance. A late strip-sack by Derrick Harmon sealed the win, while two critical mistakes by the Bengals' special teams unit provided crucial scoring opportunities.

via post-gazette.com|

#aaron-rodgers #bengals #jaylen-warren

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Steelers' Offensive Line Shakeup Pays Off in 30-27 Win Over Bengals

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy replaced Spencer Anderson and Dylan Cook with rookie Max Iheanachor and veteran Brock Hoffman on the offensive line, leading to a 30-27 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. The change stabilized pass protection and improved the run game, marking the team's best offensive performance of the season.

via Steelers Depot|

#aaron-rodgers #max-iheanachor #mike-mccarthy

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Steeler rookie Max Iheanachor's home burgled during preseason travel

The Pittsburgh Steelers' 2026 first-round tackle Max Iheanachor had his home burglarized on August 26, with about $157,000 worth of jewelry stolen; no suspects have been identified, and the burglary occurred as the team traveled to Buffalo for a preseason game, underscoring security concerns for traveling NFL players.

via NBC Sports|

#burglary #max-iheanachor #preseason

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor sidelined by upper-body injury with unclear return

Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor suffered an upper-body injury at Thursday's practice, leaving his return timetable uncertain after Monday's session was pushed back; Broderick Jones is earning more practice reps as he adjusts, and a later update showed Iheanachor in full pads doing individual drills ahead of the Packers preseason game.

via Behind the Steel Curtain|

#broderick-jones #injury-update #max-iheanachor

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Steelers' top pick Iheanachor sidelined with no return date

Steelers first-round tackle Max Iheanachor remains out of practice with no timeline for return after a neck/shoulder injury, despite earlier indications of a Monday return, leaving his status uncertain for the preseason opener against the Packers.

via NBC Sports|

#injury #max-iheanachor #nfl

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Iheanachor Injury Clouds Steelers' Week 1 Start Prospects

Max Iheanachor, the Steelers’ first‑round pick, exited practice with an upper‑body injury, creating doubt about a quick Week 1 start; while he impressed in training camp, Pittsburgh has tackle depth and may not rush him back, making the severity of the injury and updates from coaches key to his early-season timeline.

via Steelers Depot|

#injury #max-iheanachor #nfl

sports2 months ago•12 min saved

Injury Opens a Door as Steelers' Camp Reveals Depth Battle

Max Iheanachor exited practice with an unspecified injury, opening more reps for Broderick Jones at right tackle after a strong start for the Steelers’ first-round pick; Jones struggled in one-on-ones, while Dylan Cook remains the starter. Brandin Echols also left with an ankle/calf issue, pushing Doneiko Slaughter into the first-team nickel role. The session featured the first real skirmish and several new defensive wrinkles under Patrick Graham, including varied front looks and simulated pressures. Mason Rudolph earned praise as the QB2 with Allar facing a rough two-minute drill, Keeanu Benton’s team-rep status in question, and Yahya Black shifting to nose tackle as the defense evolves ahead of the season.

via The New York Times|

#injury #max-iheanachor #nfl

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor exits practice with apparent neck/shoulder injury

Steelers first‑round pick Max Iheanachor left practice early with an apparent neck and right‑shoulder injury, being examined by head athletic trainer Gabe Amponsah and team physician Dr. Aaron Mares; Broderick Jones moved to Iheanachor’s right‑tackle spot for the remainder of practice as the rookie is evaluated. Iheanachor, who had 32 college games (31 starts) at Arizona State and was All‑Big 12 Second Team in 2025, had not allowed a sack in college.

via NBC Sports|

#injury #max-iheanachor #nfl

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Steelers Rookie Max Iheanachor Sidelined by Camp Injury

Pittsburgh Steelers first‑round rookie Max Iheanachor left Thursday’s padded practice with a suspected right shoulder/arm injury, putting his Week 1 availability in doubt after he had emerged as a camp standout and challenged for the starting right tackle job. Dylan Cook remains the starter at right tackle for now, with Broderick Jones healthy and available, and an update from coach Mike McCarthy is expected Friday morning ahead of the Aug. 13 preseason game.

via Steelers Depot|

#injury #max-iheanachor #pittsburgh-steelers

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Rookie Max Iheanachor Emerges as Steelers' Fast-Track O-Line Prospect

Rookie Max Iheanachor has stood out in Steelers training camp, showing rapid development once pads are on and drawing praise for his athleticism against speed rushers like Nick Herbig, signaling a potential opening-day start at right tackle amid competition with Dylan Cook and the injured Broderick Jones.

via Steelers Depot|

#max-iheanachor #nfl #offensive-tackle

sports5 months ago•23 min saved

Steelers End 2026 Draft With 10 New Faces, Leaning Into an Offense-Forward Class

The Steelers closed the 2026 NFL Draft with 10 new players after three trades, arriving from an original 12 picks. The class is offense-forward, led by first-round tackle Max Iheanachor, second-round wideout Germie Bernard, and third-round quarterback Drew Allar. Pittsburgh also added Daylen Everette (CB), Gennings Dunker (OL), Kaden Wetjen (WR/returner), Riley Nowakowski (FB/TE), Gabriel Rubio (DT), Robert Spears-Jennings (S), and Eli Heidenreich (RB). Analysts view several selections as potential steals and expect the group to bolster the Steelers’ offense and depth in the short and long term.

via Steelers Depot|

#drew-allar #germie-bernard #max-iheanachor

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Steelers Accused of Baiting Teams to Trade Up for Iheanachor

The Steelers drafted tackle Max Iheanachor at 21 after the Eagles jumped ahead to take Makai Lemon, prompting talk that Pittsburgh was baiting teams to trade up. Analysts note the move addresses-line concerns amid Seumalo's departure and Jones' health questions, and some believe Iheanachor could start early, while fans remain hopeful the pick pays off.

via Steeler Nation|

#makai-lemon #max-iheanachor #nfl-draft

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Steelers Draft Max Iheanachor, Gruden Proposes Guard Move for Fautanu

The Steelers drafted Max Iheanachor, a tall Arizona State offensive tackle, with their first-round pick, creating a positional puzzle for the line. Gruden suggested moving Troy Fautanu to guard and starting Iheanachor at right tackle, but Pittsburgh may keep both at tackle this year due to Broderick Jones’ uncertain status and Seumalo’s departure. A guard replacement is still needed, likely addressed later in the draft, while the team weighs development and stability for the group.

via Steelers Depot|

#max-iheanachor #nfl-draft-2026 #offensive-line

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Steelers land mammoth OT Max Iheanachor to bolster line on Day 1 of 2026 Draft

In Pittsburgh, the Steelers used the 21st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select OT Max Iheanachor, a 6'6", 321-pound lineman who played soccer and basketball in high school, adding needed size to an offensive line dealing with Broderick Jones’ neck surgery; coach Mike McCarthy called Iheanachor a great addition with versatile potential as Pittsburgh aims to bolster its depth up front.

via Steelers.com|

#max-iheanachor #nfl #nfl-draft-2026

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Steelers Invest in Upside at OT with Max Iheanachor

Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor was the Steelers’ first‑round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and early grades from outlets like CBS Sports, The Athletic, SI, Yahoo, PFF, and Bleacher Report skew toward upside—B+ to A—with many calling him raw but possessing elite athletic traits, size, and development potential; the main questions are how quickly he can help, what side he’ll play (right vs. left), and how he fits behind a young line as Broderick Jones recovers from a neck injury.

via Steelers Depot|

#draft-grades #max-iheanachor #nfl-draft-2026