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Following a preseason opener against a familiar foe for head coach Mike McCarthy, the Pittsburgh Steelers match up with Aaron Rodgers’ former team on Friday as the Steelers face the New York Jets. The news out of training camp is centered around D.K. Metcalf and Michael Pittman, Jr.‘s undisclosed injuries, which McCarthy believes will keep them out of practice and the game. Steelers news: We’re onto the Jets Steelers, news, notes, and more from Monday, August 17 With only two preseason games left, it would be nice for the duo to get in some work with Rodgers and the offense. Six days following the Jets matchup, Pittsburgh wraps up the preseason against the Bills. It will be interesting to see McCarthy’s plan for the starters and playing time. Either way, Drew Allar and Will Howard will have all eyes on them again. Especially Allar, who has turned heads with his play so far. For now, here is Monday’s Three Rivers Report. Steelers coverage from Behind The Steel Curtain - McCarthy ends speculation about the team’s future at St. Vincent’s: A direct response from the head coach - Things are getting chippy at training camp: Tempers flare at Steelers training camp - Nick Herbig is excited for Keeanu Benton’s extension: That’s love from a teammate Steelers discussion: Bold predictions for the Steelers in 2026 & 2027 Bold predictions for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026 and 2027 Due to injuries and team play the Pittsburgh Steelers are 5-7 at the trade deadline. They decide to make some moves for 2027 at the deadline for draft picks: Trade Alex Highsmith and Jalen Ramsey to Dallas going after a playoff run for their RD1 18th pick of 2027 draft. Trade DK Metcalf to Indianapolis after injury to Pierce for their 2nd round pick at 45 in 2027 draft. Trade Mike Tomlin rights to New Orleans for their 2nd round pick at 40 in 2027 draft. 2027 Draft Outlook RD1 9,18 RD2 40, 41, 45 RD3 73 RD4 109 RD5 156 RD7 222 This is an interesting post with many bold choices! I like it! Be sure to join The Feed, where you can share your thoughts right now! Pittsburgh Steelers news and notes - Steelers predicted to make a surprise cut at RB: That would be a surprise - Max Iheanachor not expected to play Friday: Another player to miss Friday’s game with the Jets - ESPN worries about the future of the Steelers QB: Who is next once Rodgers retires? News from around the NFL - Six standout performances from preseason: Hype trains are rolling - Secret superstars for each NFL team: Every team has a hidden gem - How terrible is Pat McAfee’s album?: I’m betting it’s awful Join the conversation! Join the conversation! Sign up for a user account and get: - Fewer ads - Create community posts - Comment on articles, community posts - Rec comments, community posts - New, improved notifications system!