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Steelers Promising DE Delivers Emotional Message After Preseason Victory Over Panthers

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The Pittsburgh Steelers closed out their preseason clash against the Carolina Panthers with a convincing 19-10 win, highlighted by the dominance of a young defensive end who may have just played one of the most memorable games of his early career.

In just 18 snaps, the rookie lineman imposed his will on Carolina’s offense—finishing with two tackles, two sacks, one batted pass, and four defensive stops. His relentless pressure and energy not only boosted Pittsburgh’s defense but also gave fans a glimpse of what the future might hold.

Beyond the stats, his celebration after a key sack quickly went viral on social media, embodying the passion and fire that Steelers Nation loves to see from its young defenders. Analysts at Pro Football Focus graded his performance as one of the best across the entire defense, with a 91.9 overall score, including first-place marks in both run defense and pass rush.

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The outpouring of praise extended to NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger, who spotlighted his performance in the popular “Baldy’s Breakdown,” further validating the rookie’s breakout night.

Still, the moment was bittersweet. Speaking after the game, the rookie defender delivered an emotional statement that left fans deeply moved:

“I don’t know if this was my last game with the Steelers. Whether I make the 53-man roster or not, my heart bleeds black and gold. No matter what happens, I’ll always carry Steelers pride with me.”

That rookie is Yahya Black—a fifth-round pick who has impressed throughout camp with his size, hustle, and versatility. Currently listed as the No. 3 nose tackle on the Steelers’ depth chart behind Keeanu Benton and Daniel Ekuale, Black has shown enough promise that many believe he could move up the rotation when the regular season begins.

For Steelers Nation, his words and performance are a reminder of what it means to fight for a spot, to play with heart, and to honor the black and gold jersey.

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