The Steelers and Chargers need more from their big offensive names, and they aren't the only high-paid NFL players off to brutal starts.

The Pittsburgh Steelers wide out is having a rough start to the season.

After early passing struggles, Cameron Heyward backed DK Metcalf and explained why real leadership means protecting teammates from outside noise.

PITTSBURGH — Aaron Rodgers stood tall in the pocket Sunday, absorbed a blow, and delivered the ball downfield. The well-placed third-down pass sailed through a narrow window — and right off of DK Metcalf’s hands. A smattering of boos rained down from fans at Acrisure Stadium.

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense has been anemic through the first two weeks of the season. The offensive line has certainly contributed to those struggles. However, the Steelers’ number one receiver,

Former Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger has sent DK Metcalf a clear message after the wide receiver’s difficult start to the 2026 season.

Antonio Brown who once upon a time went by @CTEspn on X (formerly known as Twitter) spent Tuesday roasting DK Metcalf’s hands online. By Wednesday, the former Steelers receiver had a far more serious date on his calendar: a September 30 appearance in Miami, where his attorney says he plans to accept a plea deal in an attempted murder case.

There was a lot of talk in the buildup to the start of the regular season regarding how dominant Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf looked during training camp under a new coaching staff. Also,