Depot After Darkish: Pittsburgh’s Kickoff Week, Patriots Launch Security, Steelers Run Stroll

A Steelers Depot day by day section. A fast hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related tales that won’t require a whole article however nuggets value mentioning and passing on to you guys.

Your Depot After Darkish for Aug. 29.

STEELERS KICKOFF WEEK

Week 1 is nearly right here, with the Steelers’ first recreation a little bit over per week away. Sadly, they received’t open the season at residence, however the metropolis remains to be excited for the season to begin. Pittsburgh even has some actions lined up earlier than Week 1 kicks off.

Steelers author Teresa Varley lately shared all of the occasions which can be occurring in Pittsburgh proper earlier than Week 1. They embody a rib pageant this weekend, social media giveaways and an Irish pageant. The Steelers received’t play in Pittsburgh till Week 2, however the NFL season is nearly right here, and followers can have a good time.

PATRIOTS RELEASE SAFETY

For years, the Steelers battled the New England Patriots for supremacy within the AFC. Sadly, the Steelers misplaced extra of these battles than they received, particularly within the playoffs. Nonetheless, each groups are very completely different now. They’ll meet in Week 3 this 12 months, with each of them seeking to get again to their profitable methods. However the Patriots are nonetheless making vital modifications to their roster.

ESPN insider Adam Schefter reported that the Patriots are releasing security Jabrill Peppers. Peppers has been within the league since 2017, initially being a first-round decide by the Cleveland Browns. He’s been with the Patriots since 2022 as a starter for them. Now, with their regime altering this 12 months, Peppers might be searching for a brand new group.

STEELERS RUN WALK

The Steelers attempt to do loads to enhance their neighborhood. A lot of their gamers work to make Pittsburgh a greater place. Cam Heyward is an ideal instance, profitable the Walter Payton Man of the 12 months award in 2023. Nonetheless, many former Steelers seem for occasions as effectively.

The group shared on Twitter that Friday is the final day to join the 2025 Steelers Run Stroll. 4-time Tremendous Bowl champion Randy Grossman may also be there. Grossman was a decent finish for the Steelers from 1974-81, serving to them grow to be a dynasty. This occasion is about for Sept. 1, and hopefully, many Steelers followers will be capable of take part and meet Grossman.