Pat Freiermuth's Role Uncertain Coming Out of Bye

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has been underwhelming in his fifth professional season and will look to turn things around against the Cleveland Browns in Week 6. With wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder) sidelined this week, quarterback Aaron Rodgers could target his tight ends more frequently, but it's difficult to predict who will […]

Jonnu Smith Difficult to Trust Against Cleveland

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith turned in three straight games with fewer than five fantasy points before the team's Week 5 bye and will hope to be more involved in a Week 6 bout with the Cleveland Browns. Though the Browns have allowed the 11th-fewest fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends, Smith […]

Ben Skowronek A Deep Sleeper in Week 6

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Ben Skowronek (illness) was limited in practice earlier this week but carries no injury designation into a Week 6 showdown with the Cleveland Browns. Although the fifth-year pro has just one reception this season, he could be in line for additional opportunities on Sunday with Calvin Austin III (shoulder) sidelined. Scotty […]

DK Metcalf A Fantasy WR2 With Upside Against Browns

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is fresh off a Week 5 bye and set to take on the Cleveland Browns in Week 6. Two weeks ago, Metcalf came through with his best showing yet in the black and gold, hanging 126 yards and a touchdown on the Minnesota Vikings. With fellow wideout Calvin Austin […]

Kenneth Gainwell's Fantasy Value Takes a Hit in Week 6

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell played incredibly well in Week 4 and will return from a bye to face the Cleveland Browns in Week 6. Though he should still be involved, the return of Jaylen Warren (knee) certainly puts a cap on Gainwell's upside. To make matters worse, Gainwell will need to overcome a […]

Jaylen Warren A Strong Flex Option in Week 6

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (knee) is set to return to action in Week 6 against the division-rival Cleveland Browns. Though Kenneth Gainwell impressed in Warren's absence, the latter is expected to reclaim RB1 duties immediately after practicing in full all week. Fantasy managers should keep expectations in check, however, as the Browns are […]

Aaron Rodgers Only Viable in 2QB Formats Against Browns

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is returning from a bye in Week 5 for an AFC North showdown against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Cleveland has been tough on opposing quarterbacks, holding the position to the sixth-fewest fantasy points per game. However, with the Browns even more dominant against the run, Pittsburgh may be forced […]

Fantasy Football Trade Targets: Week 6 Buy Low, Sell High Candidates

Week 5 gave us a little of everything: blowouts, shootouts, hard-fought divisional clashes, and narrow comeback victories. It was impossible to predict the outcomes of many matchups, but hopefully the scoring surplus benefited your fantasy team. One player who gained value from and contributed to his team's 37 points was David Montgomery, whom I announced […]

Darnell Washington Trending Up Heading Into Week 6

Despite finishing the game with just three catches for 20 yards, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington was heavily involved in the Week 4 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Washington logged more snaps than any other Steelers tight end and was highly effective as a run-blocker, paving the way for running back Kenneth Gainwell's 99-yard […]

Will Jonnu Smith See More Opportunities Coming Out of Bye?

After a 2024 campaign in which he set career highs as a receiver, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith has been surprisingly quiet to start 2025. Smith's limited participation in practice leading up to the Week 4 win over the Minnesota Vikings could explain his minimal involvement in that game, but his lack of utilization […]

Can DK Metcalf Build on Week 4 Performance?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf delivered his best showing of the season in Week 4 with five receptions for 126 yards and a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings. Although nearly all of his production came in the first half, it was encouraging to see the seventh-year pro featured early and often after a slow […]

Is Aaron Rodgers a Streaming Option Going Forward?

Through the first four weeks of the season, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was the QB16 in fantasy with eight passing touchdowns and three interceptions while leading his new team to a 3-1 record. Although his most prolific outing came in the season opener, Rodgers finished as a top-24 fantasy option in each of his […]

Fantasy Football Trade Targets: Week 5 Buy Low, Sell High Candidates

We are now over a quarter of the way through the fantasy football regular season, with most leagues starting playoff matchups in Week 15. At this point, fantasy managers should have a pretty strong indication of whether or not their teams are built to win. 4-0 and 3-1 squads might want to make some minor […]

Jaylen Warren Retains Fantasy Value Through Week 5 Bye

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (knee) was a surprise inactive before Week 4's win over the Minnesota Vikings. In his absence, Kenneth Gainwell exploded for 134 total yards and two touchdowns. Though Gainwell's performance could earn him more volume in the coming weeks, Warren was very effective as a pass-catcher through his first three […]

Darnell Washington to Operate as TE1 in Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington snagged all three of his targets for 20 yards in a 24-21 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. The third-year pro was held without a catch through his first three games this season but emerged as the most productive tight end on the team in Week 4. In addition to […]

Jonnu Smith's Role in Jeopardy Following Decrease in Snaps?

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith has been quiet for fantasy purposes since his debut with the team in which he earned six targets and scored a touchdown. Still, he played on more than 50% of offensive snaps in each of his first three games, with a season-high 83% snap share in Week 3. In […]

Calvin Austin III Worth Holding Through Week 5 Bye?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder) managed just two receptions for 13 yards in a Week 4 victory over the Minnesota Vikings before exiting with a shoulder injury in the fourth quarter. Austin was evaluated at a hospital in Dublin, Ireland before heading home for a Week 5 bye. There have been conflicting […]

Kaleb Johnson to Get Involved in Week 4?

Although Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson was active in Week 3, he did not play a snap following a costly special teams error in Week 2. On Friday, head coach Mike Tomlin complimented the rookie's work ethic, stating that he has "positioned himself to be a contributor" in Dublin, Ireland against the Minnesota Vikings. […]

Chris Boswell Should Get Back on Track in Ireland

Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell was limited to extra-point duties in Week 3's win over the New England Patriots but will look for more opportunities against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4. The Vikings have been stout defensively this season, especially near the red zone, allowing just four offensive touchdowns but seven field goals -- […]

Pittsburgh D/ST Back on Streaming Radar in Week 4

Following a brutal start to the campaign, the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense bounced back in a Week 3 win, holding the New England Patriots to 14 points while piling up five turnovers and five sacks. The debut of rookie defensive tackle Derrick Harmon helped open lanes for Cameron Heyward and T.J. Watt, who each notched their […]

Pat Freiermuth in Line for More Targets Against Vikings?

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has been quiet to start the season and will look to get back on track against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4. While the Vikings have been middle-of-the-pack against opposing tight ends through three weeks, Freiermuth could see a boost in opportunities given Pittsburgh's injury report. Fellow tight end […]

Calvin Austin III is Boom-or-Bust Fantasy Option in Week 4

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III is off to a promising start this season but faces an uphill battle against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4. The Vikings have been the toughest matchup for opposing wideouts through three games, surrendering just 25 receptions and one touchdown to the position. Austin has only eight catches […]

DK Metcalf Draws Difficult Matchup in Ireland

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (rest) did not practice on Thursday but carries no injury designation and will suit up in Week 4. He is staring down a challenge against the Minnesota Vikings after posting modest numbers through his first three games with the Steelers. The Vikings have given up the fewest fantasy points […]

Kenneth Gainwell Could See Additional Work in Week 4

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell scored his first touchdown of the season last week and will look to build on that momentum against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4. Minnesota has been strong against the run, allowing the 10th-fewest fantasy points and just one total touchdown to opposing backs this year. While the matchup […]

Aaron Rodgers Should Be Avoided Against Vikings

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is 2-1 with seven touchdowns through his first three games but will face his toughest test yet against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4. Minnesota has surrendered the third-fewest fantasy points and just three total touchdowns to opposing quarterbacks this season. While it's fair to note that the Vikings haven't […]

Fantasy Football Trade Targets: Week 4 Buy Low, Sell High Candidates

We are now three weeks into the 2025 regular season, and the NFL feels just as unpredictable as it did heading into Week 1. Players are exploding out of nowhere (and vanishing just as quickly), fantasy defenses are putting up 30-point performances, and injuries are finally taking a toll on starting lineups. Also, the Eagles […]

Breakout Campaign Underway for Calvin Austin III?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III hauled in three of his five targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in a 21-14 win over the New England Patriots. Although Austin was quiet in Week 2, his numbers through the first three games of the season are shockingly similar to teammate DK Metcalf's. Metcalf leads […]

Jonnu Smith Not Providing Fantasy Value Despite Uptick in Snaps

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith was quiet again this past week, logging just three receptions for 23 yards in a 21-14 victory over the New England Patriots. While his fantasy managers hoped for much more on the stat sheet, Smith did play a season-high 83% of snaps as the Steelers deployed a heavy dose […]

DK Metcalf Earning Trust in the Red Zone but Falling Short Elsewhere

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf only managed three catches for 32 yards on four targets in Week 3, but he made up for the low volume he received with a touchdown. He has now found the end zone in back-to-back contests with both scores coming on a jump ball thrown by Aaron Rodgers. While […]

Jaylen Warren Emerging as Workhorse RB

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren gained 81 total yards on 23 touches in a Week 3 win over the New England Patriots. Perhaps most importantly, the 26-year-old took the field for a career-high 80% of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps. He did cede a few opportunities to Kenneth Gainwell, who punched in a one-yard score after […]