A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys.
Your Depot After Dark for March 7.
McCarthy And Rodgers Statement
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy released a statement to the Green Bay Packers website after former Packers President and CEO Bob Harlan died at 89 earlier this week.
“I will be forever grateful to Bob. He was extremely helpful to me when I started with the Packers,” McCarthy said. “He made my transition to a very unique organization seamless. Bob was most responsible for Lambeau Field becoming the most iconic stadium in the NFL, and he left the Packers in great shape both on and off the field.”
Harlan served in the role when McCarthy became Green Bay’s head coach in 2006. Harlan retired after the 2007 season. He joined the organization in 1971 and was named President and CEO in 1989, the highest-ranking role, given that the Packers are the only NFL team that doesn’t have a principal owner.
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers also shared a statement.
“To me, Bob embodied the spirit of the Green Bay Packers, and he truly loved leading the greatest franchise in the NFL. His kind heart, quick wit, and steady hand will be remembered by Packers people forever,” he said, in part.
Pittsburgh Draft Cans
Iron City Beer is getting in on the 2026 draft spirit. Yesterday, the company announced that it is releasing special-edition collector beer cans.
The cans will be available throughout the month. Pittsburgh is set to host the draft April 23-25, marking only the second time the city has ever hosted the event. At least 500,000 and upwards of one million people are expected to attend during the three-day event.
Bears Make Trade
The Baltimore Ravens’ late-night deal for Maxx Crosby drew the NFL’s biggest headlines Friday night. Hours earlier, the Chicago Bears made a deal of their own. The Bears acquired New England Patriots center Garrett Bradbury, sending a fifth-round pick in return.
The #Patriots, who signed Garrett Bradbury to a two-year deal last year, have now flipped him to the #Bears for a 2027 fifth-round pick. Bradbury started all 17 games in New England, helping their run to the Super Bowl. pic.twitter.com/6AwDdhRqXv
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 6, 2026
Bradbury will fill the hole in Chicago’s middle after Drew Dalman unexpectedly retired after one season with the team. Chicago was expected to be in the mix for C Tyler Linderbaum, but elected a cheaper option in Bradbury, who has started 105 NFL games. He spent six years in the NFC North with the Minnesota Vikings and now returns to anchor Chicago’s offensive line.
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