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This season
2026 regular season · completed games only (latest: Week 5)Record2-24 games
Points for7725th of 32
Points against8714th of 32
Point diff-1019th of 32
Off. EPA/play ?−.10629th of 32
Def. EPA/play ?−.00114th of 32
Off. success41.2%24th of 32
Def. success46.0%24th of 32
EPA = expected points added per play: how much each snap moved the team's scoring chances. Offense: higher is better. Defense: lower is better. Stats: nflverse (nflfastR), CC BY 4.0 · updated Oct 11, 1:45 PM ET
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Same story = outlets reporting the same development · Related = other anglesThe Indianapolis Colts are on the road to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers for week 5 of the 2026 season, kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. Summary from publisher descriptions · Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Steelers placed wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) on injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. Summary from publisher descriptions · ESPN
The Colts had a first down at the Steelers' 2-yard line. Summary from publisher descriptions · Yahoo Sports
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Behind the Steel Curtain
SB Nation team blog- Steelers-Colts alternate game thread
Come enjoy the Steelers’ Week 5 game here at Behind the Steel Curtain! Follow along with the Behind the Steel Curtain for all you need to know about Steelers vs.
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 game chat
One team will break .500 and another will drop beneath it as the 2-2 Steelers host the 2-2 Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at 1 p.m. EST.
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - BTSC Sunday games thread Week 5
While the Steelers kick off at 1 p.m. EST in the NFL’s Sunday slate, there will be one game beforehand and plenty afterwards in Week 5.
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Saturday Night Open Thread: Colt stand another loss
Live from Delaware, it’s Saturday Night! I, NAS204PSU, am here at BTSC to bring you this Saturday Night Open Thread (aka SNOT).
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Steelers re-sign familiar face at CB
The Steelers have signed cornerback Doneiko Slaughter from the practice squad back to the 53-man roster, the team announced Saturday afternoon. It’s been a busy 2026 for Slaughter, who started the season on the practice squad, was elevated to the active roster for each of the…
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Steelers placing WR Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve
The Steelers will be without wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. for the next four weeks at least, with the team placing the veteran on injured reserve, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler posted Saturday. Fowler specified the IR stay is “short-term.”
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → Behind the Steel Curtain: 2 betting previews (Week 5)
- Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 game picks
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Indianapolis Colts will square off this afternoon, as both teams will look to avoid dropping below .500. Which team will get the win?
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 Predictions
The Pittsburgh Steelers need to get back in the win column following a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football. A full ten days is helpful for a roster filled with veterans, and this week kicks off a four-game stretch in which the Steelers must…
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- Steelers vs. Colts: Week 5 game picks
- Steelers mailbag: The biggest challenge presented by the Colts in Week 5
We are on the eve of Week 5 Sunday in the NFL where the Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Indianapolis Colts in a contest between a pair of 2-2 teams. Ahead of that, a quick mailbag to answer your questions ahead of Week 5.
Read at Behind the Steel Curtain → - Friday Night Happy Hour: Must-win edition
Welcome back to BTSC’s Friday Night open thread: Tonight’s song rec: I’ve had this band’s debut album on heavy rotation this past week.
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Yardbarker
Steelers feed- TJ Watt leaves the game after an ugly eye-poke injury
TJ Watt got hit with a WWE move during Sunday’s game. The Pittsburgh Steelers star defender Watt was forced to leave his team’s Week 5 contest against the Indianapolis Colts.
Read at Yardbarker → - Report: Steelers Fans Get Update On Pittsburgh's Pursuit Of Marvin Harrison Jr
The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers continue to be very inconsistent despite the 2026 offseason additions. Even with Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard coming into the picture, along with a new offensive scheme, separation remains a major issue.
Read at Yardbarker → - Steelers Provided With Critical Way To Attack Colts Offense In Week 5
The Pittsburgh Steelers will welcome the Indianapolis Colts to the Steel City on Sunday with both teams sitting at 2-2 on the 2026 season. The two squared off in 2025, with Pittsburgh coming out on top by a score of 27-20.
Read at Yardbarker → - Steelers Are Seriously Urged To Take Advantage Of Colts' Weaknesses In Week 5
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had over a week to shake off the cobwebs of a brutal road loss to the Cleveland Browns to start Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season.
Read at Yardbarker → - DK Metcalf issues disrespectful ‘who?’ response when asked about facing Sauce Gardner
Speaking ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ game against the Indianapolis Colts, DK Metcalf dismissed any challenge Sauce Gardner and the rest of the defensive unit could pose.
Read at Yardbarker → - Steelers' DK Metcalf has blunt response when asked about facing Sauce Gardner
There's nothing quite like a star receiver in the NFL downplaying the capabilities of a star defensive back.
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- DK Metcalf had disrespectful response to question about Sauce Gardner
DK Metcalf has provided Sauce Gardner with some bulletin board material ahead of their Week 5 face-off. The Pittsburgh Steelers host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, with the Metcalf-Gardner matchup circled as one of the key duels to watch.
Read at Yardbarker → - Concerning Analysis Paints Steelers' Recent Cornerback Signings As Terrible
The cornerback position was supposed to be a strength for the Pittsburgh Steelers throughout the 2026 season. Instead, Joey Porter Jr. was traded and Jamel Dean is dealing with an ankle injury.
Read at Yardbarker → - Steelers Have A Breakthrough Brewing With A Receiver Defenses May Soon Have To Treat Differently
The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent years collecting receivers with obvious physical traits and then waiting to see whether the rest of the position catches up.
Read at Yardbarker → - Steelers Have A Glaring Problem On Defense That Could Leave Coaches Considering Changes
The Pittsburgh Steelers began the 2026 season with some impressive defensive performances. Fans thought one of the highest-paid defenses in the league might finally be playing up to its expectations, but that has changed over the last two weeks.
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Pittsburgh Steelers official
Official team news- Steelers inactives for Week 5 vs. Colts
Find out who won't play today as the Steelers take on the Colts at Acrisure Stadium
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Pregame Blog: Steelers vs. Colts
The Steelers take on the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Asked and Answered: Oct. 11
Players choose a helmet from a list approved by the NFL and NFLPA
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Steelers make roster moves ahead of Colts game
The Steelers made roster moves ahead of Sunday's game against the Colts
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- Steelers shine on the runway
Players hit the runway on for an evening of football, fashion and giving back
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Four-Down Territory: A bit of deja vu
Colts visiting amid defensive shuffle jogs the memory as significant four-game stretch begins
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Steelers vs Colts: How to watch/listen to the game
Complete coverage of how to watch, listen and live stream the Steelers' Week 5 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Updated: Week 5 Injury Report (Colts)
A look at player injuries and practice participation for Week 5
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - WATCH: SNR Drive (All Episodes from Week of October 5)
Matt Williamson & Wes Uhler recaps Week 4 and move on to Sunday's game vs. the Colts in Week 5
Read at Pittsburgh Steelers official → - Week 5 Blog: Enjoying every minute of it
All the news and notes as the Steelers prepare to take on the Indianapolis Colts
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PennLive Steelers
Local beat coverage- Pittsburgh Steelers superstar T.J. Watt goes down with injury
Steelers OLB T.J. Watt suffered an apparent face injury against the Colts.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Rodgers moves into 3rd place on all-time touchdown passes list
A scoring pass to Jaylen Warren pushed Rodgers past Peyton Manning in the record books.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - NFL Week 5 TV schedule, how to watch NFL RedZone for free, times, channels, live streams
The NFL’s Week 5 schedule is under way with a Thursday Night Football win by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over the Dallas Cowboys (24-16) and an early Sunday kickoff between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars in London.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Pittsburgh Steelers rule out six players for Colts game, including standout running back
The Pittsburgh Steelers will still be without running back Rico Dowdle against the Colts.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - How to watch Steelers vs. Colts NFL Week 5 game today on free streams, TV
The Pittsburgh Steelers are back in action on Sunday with an afternoon kick at Acrisure Stadium against the Indianapolis Colts.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Jaylen Warren’s second score extends Steelers’ lead over Colts in third quarter: Live updates
The Pittsburgh Steelers welcome the Indianapolis Colts to Acrisure Stadium for an AFC clash.
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- Flood warning in effect as Steelers host Colts in soggy Pittsburgh
Allegheny County remains under a flood warning until 4:30 p.m. as heavy rain soaks southwestern Pennsylvania.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Pittsburgh Steelers add three players for Colts game, including training camp star
The Steelers made multiple moves ahead of the team's game against the Colts.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Pittsburgh Steelers lose star wide receiver to significant foot injury
Michael Pittman Jr. will be out at least four weeks with a foot injury.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey just went off about the wild Joey Porter Jr. rumors and what he really said will surprise you
Jalen Ramsey took to social media to clear the air on some of his comments over the last few weeks.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - Pittsburgh Steelers’ next opponent gets huge QB news
Jalon Daniels is the planned starter for the Buccaneers' game against the Steelers next week.
Read at PennLive Steelers → - How to get tickets for Steelers vs. Colts Week 5 matchup Sunday in Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Steelers return to Acrisure Stadium on Sunday afternoon for a battle of 2-2 teams with the Indianapolis Colts.
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Steelers Depot
Team blog- 2026 Week 5 Steelers Vs Colts Live Update And Discussion Thread – Second Half
The Pittsburgh Steelers lead the Indianapolis Colts 17-13 at halftime, and Aaron Rodgers has been cooking. Rodgers has two touchdowns, no turnovers, no sacks, and a 130.3 passer rating, while Pittsburgh’s defense has mostly kept the Colts in check aside from a few explosive…
Read at Steelers Depot → - Roman Wilson Injured Against Colts (Update)
UPDATE, 2:45 p.m.: The news isn’t good for Roman Wilson. According to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor, Wilson has been ruled out for the rest of the game with a finger injury, leaving the Steelers severely shorthanded at receiver.
Read at Steelers Depot → - T.J. Watt Injured Against Colts (Update)
UPDATE: Watt returned to the game in the second half. Our original story is below. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pittsburgh Steelers OLB T.J.
Read at Steelers Depot → - Ben Skowronek Injured Against Colts (Update)
UPDATE: Skowronek has been ruled out of the rest of the game with a calf injury, per ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. Ben Skowronek (leg) is OUT — Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) October 11, 2026 ________________________________________________________________________________________________…
Read at Steelers Depot → - Watch: Jaylen Warren Ties Franchise Record With 80-Yard TD
Things didn’t start well for the Pittsburgh Steelers offensively Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, going three-and-out on the first drive of the game. On the second drive trailing 3-0, the Steelers did what they do best: get the ball to Jaylen Warren.
Read at Steelers Depot → - 2026 Week 5 Steelers Vs Colts Live Update And Discussion Thread – First Half
The Pittsburgh Steelers had 10 days to stew over their disappointing loss to the Cleveland Browns. Now, they return home with a 2-2 record to face the 2-2 Indianapolis Colts in a game that could go a long way toward determining the direction of their season.
Read at Steelers Depot → Steelers Depot: 2 betting previews (Week 5)
- Steelers Vs Colts Prediction
As we’ve done in the past, below are the keys and my prediction of the Pittsburgh Steelers winning (or losing) today’s game. Three things that need to happen for the Steelers to end up on the right side of the score, and vice versa, in their Week Five game against the…
Read at Steelers Depot → - 2026 NFL Week 5 Picks & Predictions: Dave Bryan & Alex Kozora
Every Friday on The Terrible Podcast, my co-host Alex Kozora and I will once again pick all of the NFL games against the spread, beginning with Week 1. I will post those picks every Sunday morning throughout the season and track the results along the way.
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- Steelers Vs Colts Prediction
- Report: Patrick Graham To Call Plays From Sideline Against Colts
For the first four games of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ season, defensive coordinator Patrick Graham called plays from the coaching box. But after a lackluster defensive performance in Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns and a much-publicized moment where T.J.
Read at Steelers Depot → - Steelers Vs Colts: Inactives For Week 5
The Pittsburgh Steelers released their list of inactive players for the team’s Week 5 Sunday afternoon home game against the Indianapolis Colts, and it includes seven players. After being ruled out for the Colts game on the team’s final injury report, CB Jamel Dean (ankle) is…
Read at Steelers Depot → - Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 2,047)
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Terrible Take. Think of it as a super-mini version of The Terrible Podcast.
Read at Steelers Depot → - Nick Herbig Previews Game Plan To Beat Colts
Looking to get back on track after a mini-bye week following a tough Week 4 Thursday Night Football loss to the Cleveland Browns, the Pittsburgh Steelers return home with a great opportunity in front of them Sunday at Acrisure Stadium. The Indianapolis Colts ride into town fresh…
Read at Steelers Depot → - Report: Steelers Aren’t Team Trading For WR Marvin Harrison Jr.
The Pittsburgh Steelers won’t be the ones making a big splash move to acquire Arizona Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Per beat writer Mark Kaboly, the Steelers aren’t the team landing Harrison.
Read at Steelers Depot → - Steelers Must Win Three Of Next Four At ‘Minimum’, Batch Says
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been about as .500 as it gets through the first four weeks of the season. The Steelers looked good in each of the two games they were able to win, but have been frustratingly inconsistent in their two losses.
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Still Curtain (FanSided)
Team blog- Aaron Rodgers has a golden opportunity against Colts’ struggling secondary
The Pittsburgh Steelers need veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers to take advantage of a questionable Colts secondary during a must-win Week 5 matchup.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - 4 Steelers who desperately need a big game vs. Colts to avoid demotion
The Pittsburgh Steelers head into Week 5 of the season with some key injuries, which give players on the roster a shot at a higher spot on the depth chart.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers have a very difficult choice to make to replace Derrick Harmon
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a core member of their defense in Derrick Harmon, and who replaces him could prove to be a difficult decision.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → Still Curtain (FanSided): 4 betting previews (Week 5)
- Steelers vs Colts picks: Still Curtain panel predicts a bounce back performance
In this week's picks and predictions article, many believe this could be a positive outcome for the Pittsburgh Steelers as they take on a worthy AFC opponent.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers vs. Colts Week 5 Tracker: Injury updates, predictions, storylines and more
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Indianapolis Colts are set to face off in Week 5, and everything you need to know can be found right here.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers vs Browns picks: Still Curtain panel predicts a divisional rock fight
It's a short week for the Pittsburgh Steelers and another divisional game in the young season, which could spell disaster according to picks and predictions.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers vs. Browns Week 4 Tracker: Injury updates, predictions, storylines and more
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns are set to face off on Thursday Night Football in Week 4. Here is everything you need to know.
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- Steelers vs Colts picks: Still Curtain panel predicts a bounce back performance
- Steelers just revived the nightmare Joey Porter Jr. was supposed to end
Joey Porter Jr. is gone, Jamel Dean is injured, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are once again scrambling for answers at a position they’ve rarely solved.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers' Jalen Ramsey has heard enough of Joey Porter Jr. conspiracy talk
Jalen Ramsey calls Joey Porter Jr. a top-five corner as he rejects claims he told his former Pittsburgh Steelers teammate to fake an injury.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Steelers injury report leaves Patrick Graham with a shockingly thin secondary against the Colts
The Pittsburgh Steelers will face the Colts without Jamel Dean, DeShon Elliott or Michael Pittman Jr., with Rico Dowdle still questionable.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - Richard Sherman’s bold Joey Porter Jr. conspiracy hits home for Steelers fans
Joey Porter Jr.'s absence from the Dallas Cowboys' Thursday Night Football game has Richard Sherman and Pittsburgh Steelers fans questioning everything.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - AFC North power rankings expose brutal Steelers reality at the quarter mark
The Pittsburgh Steelers plummet in the latest Week 5 AFC North power rankings at the quarter mark after a disheartening loss to the Cleveland Browns.
Read at Still Curtain (FanSided) → - 7 Steelers superlatives that stand out at the quarter mark
The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled early, but these seven players deserve recognition for standout performances at the quarter mark of the 2026 season.
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Around the NFL
From league outlets- Steelers rule out WRs Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek
The Steelers have ruled out two wide receivers for the rest of today's game.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Steelers rule out WRs Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek
The Steelers have ruled out two wide receivers for the rest of today's game.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Steelers lead Colts 17-13 at halftime
Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, and the Steelers added Chris Boswell's 48-yard field goal late in the first half to take a 17-13 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Steelers lead Colts 17-13 at halftime
Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, and the Steelers added Chris Boswell's 48-yard field goal late in the first half to take a 17-13 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - T.J. Watt injury update as Steelers LB leaves game after eye poke
T.J. Watt was seen hurrying off the field in distress after he was poked in the eye during a play late in the first quarter.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Tyler Warren's TD run draws Colts to within 14-13 of Steelers
The Colts had a first down at the Steelers' 2-yard line.
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- Tyler Warren's TD run draws Colts to within 14-13 of Steelers
The Colts had a first down at the Steelers' 2-yard line.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Steelers take 14-6 lead on Colts on Aaron Rodgers' second TD throw
Aaron Rodgers threw his 580th career touchdown pass, including the postseason, in the first quarter.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Steelers take 14-6 lead on Colts on Aaron Rodgers' second TD throw
Aaron Rodgers threw his 580th career touchdown pass, including the postseason, in the first quarter.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Steelers’ Warren finds edge and jets down side line for 80-yard TD
Watch as Pittsburgh Steelers’ Jaylen Warren brings in a short pass from Aaron Rodgers and then finds the edge on the sideline to run for an 80-yard touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts.
Read at Sportsnet → - Indianapolis Colts discussion: Week 5 live chat during the Steelers game
The Indianapolis Colts are on the road to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers for week 5 of the 2026 season, kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. EST.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Steelers-Colts alternate game thread
A no-ledges game thread for Week 5.
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