Keeanu Benton - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Steelers warned that Keeanu Benton's price tag may explode soon Patrick Graham may be exactly what Keeanu Benton needs, but a breakout season could put the Pittsburgh Steelers in a costly spot.

3 HOURS AGO • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Nick Herbig Has Advice for Steelers' Joey Porter Jr., Keeanu Benton PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the midst of this offseason's struggles with extensions, as the newest crop of veteran Steelers...

JUNE 12 • SI.COM

Two NFL players already screwed Steelers in Keeanu Benton contract pursuit The Pittsburgh Steelers want to keep Keeanu Benton around, but two NFL players wrecked the defensive line market, and Benton's contract proj...

JUNE 12 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Nick Herbig sends message to 2023 Steelers picks they can't afford to ignore Nick Herbig opened up about the stress of waiting on a deal from the Pittsburgh Steelers, and his words now apply to Joey Porter Jr. and Kee...

JUNE 11 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Steelers must tread lightly before gifting rising star a big extension The Pittsburgh Steelers must decide if Keeanu Benton deserves a contract extension in the final year of his deal, but they must be careful n...

JUNE 6 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Report: Steelers Discussing Contract Extension With Keeanu Benton The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be concocting another extension as mandatory minicamp comes to an end. According to Steelers Now's Alan Sa...

JUNE 3 • SI.COM

Steelers' 2023 draft pick may soon cash in on depleted DL market Marginal defensive tackles getting paid during the 2026 offseason is a great sign for Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Keeanu Benton.

MARCH 30 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

WATCH: All of Keeanu Benton's Sacks in 2025 Keeanu Benton set a career high in sacks with 5.5 in 2025

FEBRUARY 20 • STEELERS.COM

En Español: Benton's Forced Fumble Listen to Keeanu Benton's forced fumble in Spanish, courtesy of the Steelers Spanish language audio broadcast team

JANUARY 13 • STEELERS.COM

Tops 50 tackles in 2025 Benton generated 51 tackles (25 solo), including 5.5 sacks, along with a pass defense and a forced fumble while appearing in all 17 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Benton's production over his first two professional seasons in 2023 and 2024 was incredibly consistent, as he recorded exactly 36 tackles (16 solo), including one sack, during each of his first two years in the NFL. However, he took a sizable step forward in 2025, setting career-best marks in tackles and sacks. The 2023 second-rounder has yet to miss a game in his career and will attempt to build upon his momentum during the final year of his rookie contract in 2026.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Keeanu Benton Media Availability (Jan. 5) Keeanu Benton spoke to the media Monday, January 5 after the Steelers Week 18 win against the Ravens

JANUARY 5 • STEELERS.COM

HIGHLIGHT: Sack Keeanu Benton DT Keeanu Benton wraps up Lions QB Jared Goff for 8-yard sack

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Set to suit up Week 15 Benton (ankle) has been cleared of an injury designation for Monday's tilt against the Dolphins.

Impact Benton was limited in practice Friday due to an ankle issue, but he was able to return to full participation Saturday. That clears the way for him to take the field against Miami on Monday Night Football. Benton has yet to miss a regular-season game in his three-year NFL career.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Downgrades to limited Friday Benton (ankle) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Benton logged a full practice Thursday, so a drop in participation Friday means the nose tackle likely suffered a setback with his ankle injury. The 24-year-old will have one more opportunity to return to full participation in hopes of avoiding an injury designation for Monday night's game against the Dolphins.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Tomlin on Steelers Identity at 6-6: 'I don't like it'

Mike Tomlin isn't immune to the boos that followed the Pittsburgh Steelers after their blowout loss to Buffalo, but understands why he's hea...

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Mike Tomlin on Steelers Identity at 6-6: 'I don't like it'

Three stops in Week 11 victory Benton posted three tackles (one solo) during the Steelers' 34-12 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact Benton played a season-low 39 defensive snaps Sunday, but that may have been in part due to the Steelers' large lead late in the fourth quarter. The third-year defensive tackle is up to 29 tackles (14 solo), including 4.5 sacks, through 10 regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers officially have a massive Keeanu Benton problem While enjoying a breakout year, the Pittsburgh Steelers are now treading difficult waters with Keeanu Benton moving forward.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Logs sack in loss Benton logged seven tackles (three solo) in Pittsburgh's loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Impact Benton recorded one of the Steelers' four sacks of Justin Herbert during the loss. After getting off to a slow start this season, the 2023 second-round pick has been more productive as of late, logging 17 tackles (10 solo), including 3.0 sacks, across his last four appearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Sack Keeanu Benton DT Keeanu Benton wraps up Chargers QB Justin Herbert for 7-yard sack

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

HIGHLIGHT: Sack Keeanu Benton DT Keeanu Benton wins his one-on-one pass rush and proceeds to drop Colts QB Daniel Jones for a 6-yard sack

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Mike Tomlin just learned what Steelers fans already knew about Keeanu Benton Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin just learned how valuable Keeanu Benton can be to his defense after a massive Week 4 performance.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Steelers are wasting a promising defender with baffling role The Pittsburgh Steelers' baffling decision to peg Keeanu Benton as a nose tackle makes no sense, and the misuse continues to stunt his devel...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Aaron Rodgers sends a message to those skeptical about what he might have left: R-E-L-A-X

Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers let Aaron Rodgers get ready for the season at his own pace

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

After makeover of run D, Steelers face early test in Jets As one of the players most counted on to stop opponents’ rushing attacks, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Keeanu Benton takes it person...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Steelers captain Cam Heyward taking wait-and-see approach to playing as contract issue lingers

Cam Heyward's 15th NFL season with the Pittsburgh Steelers begins Sunday against the New York Jets

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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Mike Tomlin on Steelers Identity at 6-6: 'I don't like it'

Aaron Rodgers sends a message to those skeptical about what he might have left: R-E-L-A-X

Steelers captain Cam Heyward taking wait-and-see approach to playing as contract issue lingers