Nick Herbig - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Sets career-best mark in sacks Herbig recorded 30 tackles (21 solo), including 7.5 sacks, along with an interception, three pass defenses, three forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and a touchdown over 15 regular-...

Impact While Herbig's tackle total didn't jump off the page during the 2025 campaign, he ranked second on the team in sacks despite appearing in just 15 regular-season matchups. The 2023 fourth-round pick was on the field for just 53 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps this year and could have the potential to build upon his production during the final season of his rookie contract in 2026 if his playing time increases.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Herbig Sack LB Nick Herbig devours Ravens QB Lamar Jackson on 13-yard sack to send the Ravens into punt formation

JANUARY 5 • STEELERS.COM

En Español: Herbig Sack Listen to Nick Herbig's sack of Lamar Jackson in Spanish, courtesy of the Steelers Spanish language audio broadcast team

JANUARY 5 • STEELERS.COM

WATCH: Nick Herbig Media Availability (Jan. 1) Nick Herbig spoke to the media Thursday, January 1 ahead of Steelers Week 18 game against the Ravens

JANUARY 1 • STEELERS.COM

Ready to go Sunday Herbig (hamstring) has no injury designation heading into Sunday's contest against the Browns, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Herbig upgraded to full participation in Friday's practice and will play Sunday versus the Browns after missing Week 16 with a hamstring injury. The 24-year-old will be crucial for the front-seven in Week 17 as star T.J. Watt (lung) is out for yet another game. Herbig has 29 tackles (20 solo), including 6.5 sacks, and two pass breakups, including one interception.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Steelers LBs T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig practice again Friday Deadspin | Steelers LBs T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig practice again Friday

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Limited Wednesday Herbig (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Herbig was able to start his week of practice with a limited session, a strong sign for the linebacker's playing chances for Sunday's game against the Browns. Every front-seven player will be key for a Steelers defense that may be without T.J. Watt (lung) yet again. Herbig will have two more chances to upgrade his practice participation in the hopes of dodging an injury designation ahead of Sunday's divisional matchup.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Tomlin's Steelers confirm if T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig will play for Pittsburgh against Lions Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers have announced the final status of T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig ahead of a crucial game against the Lio...

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • BOLAVIP.COM

Out for Week 16 Herbig (hamstring) has been downgraded and been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The third-year pro from Wisconsin upgraded from DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday to a limited session Friday, suggesting he was trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's matchup. However, it now appears he won't be able to suit up for the Week 16 contest. While Herbig is sidelined Sunday, expect Alex Highsmith and rookie Jack Sawyer to operate as the Steelers' top outside linebackers.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh Steelers get bad injury news on explosive pass rusher The Pittsburgh Steelers got bad injury news on Nick Herbig, and he is now doubtful to play against the Lions.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Unlikely to play vs. Detroit Herbig (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Lions, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Herbig managed to log a limited practice Friday, but his hamstring injury appears to be severe enough for him that he'll likely be sidelined for Sunday's contest. With T.J. Watt (calf) already ruled out, rookie fourth-rounder Jack Sawyer would be the top candidate to start at edge rusher opposite Alex Highsmith if Herbig is sidelined for Week 16.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lions and Steelers face each other Sunday with both needing a victory to keep pace in playoff hunt

The Pittsburgh Steelers face the Detroit Lions on Sunday

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers appear to be in desperation mode on defense after latest move With T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig dealing with health issues, the Pittsburgh Steelers have reached desperation mode on defense.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Misses practice Wednesday Herbig (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Herbig sustained a hamstring injury during the team's 28-15 win over the Dolphins on Monday Night Football, and he has now opened the week on the sidelines at practice. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's matchup with the Lions.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring injury in win Herbig suffered a hamstring injury in Monday night's 28-15 win over the Dolphins, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Herbig was thrust into a starting role in Week 15 with T.J. Watt (chest) unavailable, and he notched one tackle in the contest. He appears to have left the game a little worse for wear, and his status at practice will be worth monitoring ahead of the team's matchup with the Lions on the road Sunday.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

TJ Watt is basically irreplaceable for the Steelers. Nick Herbig and Jack Sawyer are ready to try

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to try to protect their AFC North lead without T

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Nick Herbig Breaks Silence On T.J. Watt's Scary Lung Injury Nick Herbig knows the Steelers have a tall task ahead of them when it comes to replacing T.J. Watt after he was ruled out with a lung injury...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Steelers LB TJ Watt has surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung caused by a dry-needling issue

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DECEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs

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DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Two Steelers Defenders Ranked NFL's Best At Certain Skill ESPN's Matt Bowen said that Pittsburgh Steelers linebackers Nick Herbig and T.J. Watt have the "best motor" and "best hand usage" in the NFL...

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Steelers and Mike Tomlin have been in tight spots before, but never quite like this

Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers coach, often says, “smile in the face of adversity.”

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

HIGHLIGHT: Nick Herbig forces the fumble LB Nick Herbig forces Bills RB James Cook to fumble the ball and LB Patrick Queen recovers it

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Caleb Williams throws for 3 TDs as Bears beat Steelers 31-28 with nemesis Aaron Rodgers sidelined

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears didn't have to face their old nemesis Aaron Rodgers to come away with a win

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

En Español: Herbig TD Listen to Nick Herbig with the TD follow the T.J. Watt's strip sack in Spanish, courtesy of the Steelers Spanish language audio broadcast te...

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

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