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Steelers 2025 Rookie Minicamp Tryouts: What You Need To Know

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Steelers announced their 45-man rookie minicamp roster. The most notable names are the team’s drafted rookie class, beginning with first-rounder Derrick Harmon. But the bulk of the group participating throughout the weekend is made up of the 25 tryout players. Mostly rookies but a handful of veterans attending without a contract and no guaranteed of being signed. As we do every year, here’s a look at each of the Steelers’ tryout players.
Will Howard Looked 'Very Comfortable' In First Steelers Practice, Says Beat Writer

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

Keep in mind it’s just one practice. Rookie minicamp, at that. A session compared to a walkthrough with players going through the motions as they get acclimated to the NFL. But reviews on sixth-round rookie QB Will Howard are already promising. Offering a recap of the team’s first of three practices this weekend, the PPG’s Ray Fittipaldo had nothing but glowing remarks about the top quarterback in camp.
'I Wanna Be Rookie Of The Year:' RB Kaleb Johnson Sets Big Year 1 Goals

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

Rookie running back Kaleb Johnson sure isn’t lacking confidence. Making up one leg of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ backfield committee, Johnson has big goals out of the gate. “I wanna be rookie of the year,” Johnson told reporters via audio provided by the team. “That’s my main thing. Work to win Super Bowls, Rookie of the Year, All-Pro. I wanna do all that.
The Terrible Take (Episode 1,527)

5 days ago | bvmsports.com | Alex Kozora

Welcome back to the latest episode of The Terrible Take. Think of it as a super-mini version of The Terrible Podcast. A short, 1-3 minute episode seven days a week, every weekday at 5 PM/EST, with Alex Kozora, Dave Bryan, Josh Carney, Ross McCorkle, Melanie Friedlander, and Joe Clark telling you what's on our minds. You can check out episodes here or wherever you listen to The Terrible Podcast.
Steelers Sign DL Yahya Black To Rookie Contract

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Iowa DL Yahya Black, their fifth-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, the team announced Friday. Black’s four-year contract should total out to around $4,579,836 with a signing bonus around $379,836. His 2025 cap charge should be around $934,959. We have signed DE Yahya Black to a four-year contract.
Steelers Sign RB Kaleb Johnson To Rookie Contract

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed third-round RB Kaleb Johnson to his rookie contract, the team announced Friday. His four-year deal should total out to around $6,372,062 with a signing bonus around $1,274,228. His 2025 cap charge should be around $1,158,557. We have signed RB Kaleb Johnson to a four-year contract.
Steelers Sign QB Will Howard To Rookie Contract

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

Pittsburgh Steelers sixth round pick QB Will Howard has signed his rookie contract, the team announced Friday afternoon. His four-year deal should total out at around $4,448,100 with a signing bonus around $248,100. His 2025 cap charge should be around $902,025. We have signed QB Will Howard to a four-year contract.
Steelers Sign Pair Of Draft Picks To Rookie Contracts

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed two of their seven 2025 draft picks to their rookie contracts, the team announced Friday afternoon. Seventh round picks LB Carson Bruener and CB/PR Donte Kent inked their four-year deals. We have signed LB Carson Bruener to a four-year contract. @BordasLaw 📝: https://t.co/xQnTzw6RKc pic.twitter.com/qiPDU4uK9B— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) May 9, 2025Bruener’s four-year deal should total out at around $4,336,940, including a signing bonus of around $136,940.
'I Was In The NFL At Oregon:' Heavy College Demands Prepared Harmon For Pittsburgh

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

From college to the NFL, every rookie faces a learning curve. For first-round defensive lineman Derrick Harmon, his won’t be that steep. Speaking to reporters during Friday’s rookie minicamp, Harmon is confident his time at Oregon has him prepared. “I’m coming from Oregon,” Harmon said in audio provided by 93.7 The Fan. “And they throw everything at us. I was in the NFL at Oregon. I feel like I’m right here.
Omar Khan Provides Timeline Of How George Pickens Trade Happened

5 days ago | steelersdepot.com | Alex Kozora

Aaron Rodgers aside, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason has been defined by wide receiver trades. The blockbuster move to acquire DK Metcalf followed by Wednesday’s decision to ship George Pickens to Dallas. It leaves Pittsburgh in a similar position as a season ago. A clear No. 1 with questions further down the depth chart. Speaking to reporters Friday, GM Omar Khan offered a timeline of how the trade went down and why it waited until after the draft.