Steelers/NFL category, Page 117
Steelers counting on ‘revived’ quarterback Russell Wilson to return franchise to glory
Time will reveal whether Russell Wilson, in his age 35 season, is in the twilight of his Super Bowl-winning NFL career or if a change of scenery with the Pittsburgh Steelers will rejuvenate it. It took only a few months with the Steelers for Wilson to make up his mind...
Steelers A to Z: As he enters 8th season, T.J. Watt remains leader on defense
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: Change of scenery, openings at WR lead to Quez Watkins moving across state
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
On Sports: MLB deems Pirates’ rivals as Phillies, Tigers; Paul Skenes’ signing bonus record surpassed
In announcing its 2025 schedule Thursday, Major League Baseball tacitly expressed belief that fans have demanded more of the Pittsburgh Pirates-Detroit Tigers annual matchup. But not so much so that it will formally recognize it during a weekend specifically deigned to showcase so-called “rivalries.” Two aspects of next year’s schedule...
Mark Madden: Steelers’ outlook grim after underwhelming offseason, questionable roster decisions
The Pittsburgh Steelers will lose at Atlanta in Week 1. Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins will outscore them. We’ve talked about training camp issues throughout what’s been an interminable offseason. Since those topics are exhausted, why not jump ahead to predicting games? Records, too. I’ve got 9-8, trending toward 8-9. Card...
Steelers A to Z: Is expanded role in future of 2nd year tight end Darnell Washington?
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: As role in offense increases, Jaylen Warren entering important season
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Rob King to take over for Bill Hillgrove as Steelers’ radio play-by-play voice
The role of replacing a legend was fit for a King. Rob King will take over as radio play-by-play broadcaster of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced via media partner iHeart on Thursday. King succeeds longtime voice of the team Bill Hillgrove. King, who will team with returning color analyst...
On Sports: Pittsburgh led viewership of All-Star Game; Steelers QB drafted by UFL
Was it a Paul Skenes bump? Is MLB in the midst of a mini renaissance? Tuesday’s All-Star Game was the most-watched telecast on Fox in almost six months, drawing 7.6 million viewers, according to the network’s PR arm. That was up 6% from last year’s game. Most notably from a...
Steelers A to Z: Signed after tryout, Jonathan Ward brings experience to running back group
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers bring back special-teamer Tyler Matakevich on 1-year dealVideo
One of the top special teams players in recent Pittsburgh Steelers history is returning to the organization. Linebacker Tyler Matakevich was signed to a one-year contract Wednesday. Matakevich was taken by the Steelers in the seventh round of the 2016 draft. He spent four years with the Steelers before joining...
Steelers A to Z: After missing rookie year with knee injury, Cory Trice looking to make roster
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: Cameron Sutton’s impact on secondary delayed because of suspension
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
On Sports: Davante Adams’ agent denies his client is on the trade block, surely to chagrin of Steelers fansVideo
Much of the oxygen from the NFL news cycle Tuesday focused on a player who has sucked up much of the attention from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ “hot stove” over most of this spring and summer. San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade. But while Aiyuk has...
Steelers A to Z: Once drafted by Maulers, Jacob Slade trying to earn spot on defensive line
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: Former Ivy League runner Aaron Shampklin trying to work way onto roster
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
On Sports: Steelers near bottom of NFL skill-position rankings; Bengals’ Tee Higgins locked in 1-year deal
You’re not the only one unimpressed by the group of “skill position” players on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense. It being the height of football media’s “list season” (a dead period before training camps open), ESPN’s Bill Barnwell released his annual “Ranking NFL team WR, TE, RB talent for 2024 season,”...
Steelers A to Z: Former Super Bowl champ Isaac Seumalo is anchor of offensive line
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Former Steelers assistant Dick LeBeau shares wisdom with group of legendary high school football coaches
Former Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau was the guest speaker at the annual gathering of current and former WPIAL football coaches Monday at Grandview Golf Course in North Braddock. LeBeau, who recently released his book “Legendary,” where he talks about his six decades in the NFL, addressed the 15 coaches...
Steelers A to Z: CB Josiah Scott looking to stick in secondary after brief stay in 2023
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: In-season acquisition Darius Rush looking to fill role at cornerback
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers to host joint practice with Bills after end of training camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Buffalo Bills for joint practice sessions to close out training camp in advance of the teams’ first preseason game Aug, 17. The NFL listed the previously unannounced venture Monday in a release previewing the opening of camps leaguewide. The Aug. 15 joint practice will...
Steelers A to Z: If Mark Robinson is to be a viable NFL linebacker, he better show it soon
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Steelers A to Z: Veteran Elandon Roberts proving to be a valuable component of ILB corps
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2024 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day...
Former NFL, Steelers returner Jacoby Jones, part of Mike Tomlin’s on-field gaffe, dies at 40Video
Former NFL wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones has died, according to Houston Texans officials who announced his death Sunday. Jones, whose NFL career ended in 2015 with a brief tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers, was 40. No cause of death was immediately confirmed. “My heartfelt sympathy goes out...
