Steelers/NFL category, Page 243
Tim Benz: Plenty of concerns about the Steelers offense — how much they’re paid shouldn’t be one
In recent weeks, many people have pointed out the disparity in pay between the Steelers offense and the Steelers defense. At $65 million, Pittsburgh’s offense is the cheapest in the NFL. Their $116 million defense is the NFL’s most expensive. That has resulted in criticism from many, including FS1’s Colin...
Steelers’ Mike Tomlin discusses his legacy, Antonio Brown, more in podcast interview
One of Mike Tomlin’s most relied-upon verbal responses to questions is that he “doesn’t seek comfort.” Not even when that comfort comes in the form of admiration from others. During an appearance on “The Pivot” podcast and YouTube video show that was released Tuesday, Tomlin dropped that familiar “Tomlin-ism” when...
Steelers sign veteran defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi
In their most apparent attempt yet to replace the recently retired Stephon Tuitt, the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday signed veteran defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi to a one-year contract. While financial terms were not immediately available, the Steelers surely got Ogunjobi on the cheap relative to what his market value was...
Mark Madden: Steelers players are kings of fake news
Rashard Mendenhall’s fumble contributed mightily to the Steelers losing Super Bowl XLV in 2011. Except Mendenhall says it wasn’t a fumble. The now-retired running back tweeted thusly: “I never fumbled that ball. I was SEPARATED from the ball 4 yards into the backfield. That’s the RB equivalent of a strip...
First Call: Devin Bush in make-or-break season; Pirates rookie makes history; Gerrit Cole flirts with no-hitter
Tuesday’s “First Call” features a warning shot to Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Devin Bush. One of the Pirates new rookies was part of history in Monday night’s win. And ex-Pirate Gerrit Cole nearly spun a no hitter in Tampa Bay. Time to shine On Monday, CBS Sports listed Steelers linebacker Devin...
Tim Benz: Steelers WR Chase Claypool still hasn’t learned the difference between confidence and false bravado
During a recent episode of the “I Am Athlete” podcast, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool said that he sees himself as a top-five — or perhaps even top-three — wide receiver in the National Football League. “I’m not normal. I feel that way when I’m on the field. I...
Tim Benz: Ex-Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall picked the wrong fight
The last thing I’d ever try to give myself on my birthday is a Twitter flame war with an entire NFL fanbase. But that was the present former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rashard Mendenhall gift wrapped for himself Sunday. On his 34th birthday, Mendenhall sent a tweet regarding his memorable...
Steelers 2-a-days: Pat Freiermuth becomes building block, Ulysees Gilbert coming off ‘special’ season
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
Tim Benz: Ex-Steelers, Bears QB Jim Miller on his outlook for Mitch Trubisky; recalls his own 3-QB camp battle
As a host of “Movin’ the Chains” on SiriusXM’s NFL Radio, ex-Steelers quarterback Jim Miller will be keeping tabs on his former team when it reports to Saint Vincent College for training camp next month. That may give Miller a severe case of Black and Gold deja vu. Because just...
First Call: Rashard Mendenhall insists he shouldn’t be blamed for Super Bowl fumble; stats behind Jack Suwinski’s big day
A former Pittsburgh Steeler is opening himself up for criticism. An ex-NFL linebacker has an odd opinion about Tom Brady and Peyton Manning. Monday’s Major League Baseball schedule could be tough for some MLB hitters. And a few deep-dive stats made Jack Suwinski’s big day at PNC Park even more...
Steelers 2-a-days: Mataeo Durant seeks job at RB, Minkah Fitzpatrick gets long-term security
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
Steelers wide receiver Anthony Miller sees opportunity to land spot in slot
It’s unsurprising that in looking back at his fourth calendar year in the NFL that Anthony Miller would refer to it has “humbling.” But what might come as a surprise is Miller didn’t let his 2021 affect his confidence in himself. “I love…” Miller said earlier this month, before pausing,...
Steelers 2-a-days: Edmunds brothers ready for one more training camp together
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
Kenny Pickett ready to build on ‘successful’ spring as he prepares for 1st training camp with Steelers
The last time quarterback Kenny Pickett entered a training camp third on the depth chart, he was in his freshman year at Pitt. By the end of the season, he had emerged as the starter, and he held that job over the next four years, becoming a Heisman Trophy finalist,...
Steelers 2-a-days: Jake Dixon ready to show mettle, Kevin Dotson seeks to retain starting job
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
Mark Madden: With Minkah Fitzpatrick signed, Steelers defense must provide bang for big bucks
After getting a four-year contract extension worth $73.6 million, Minkah Fitzpatrick is the NFL’s highest-paid safety. So he needs to be the best safety. The Pittsburgh Steelers have the highest-paid defense. So it needs to be the best defense. In a league using a salary cap, you must get what...
Steelers 2-a-days: Twins Carlos, Khalil Davis competing for jobs on defensive line
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
South Side artist creates colorful cleats for Steelers, other pro players
Matt Speck is an artist. But you won’t find his work in a gallery. It will be walking or running around. The South Side resident paints footwear, specifically cleats. “I think athletes sometimes get dehumanized, so these cleats help them express themselves on the field,” Speck said. “It shows their...
Signed, sealed and delivered: Steelers’ Minkah Fitzpatrick glad to get record contract done before camp
Fulfilling a wish he made to his father a decade ago, Minkah Fitzpatrick stood at a podium Thursday, basking in the knowledge that he had achieved financial security for his family by becoming the NFL’s highest-paid safety. A day earlier, Fitzpatrick signed a five-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers that...
First Call: Steelers captain Cam Heyward’s new media venture; Stanley Cup won’t go to Russia; high praise for Pens-Wings ’09 Final
Thursday’s “First Call” looks at a new side gig for Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward. The Penguins’ 2009 Stanley Cup Final win over Detroit gets some love. The Stanley Cup is getting some travel restrictions. And some local basketball stars are back playing on a big stage once more....
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans in QB mode already; Penguins fans antsy about offseason moves; Pirates fans despondent
The Stanley Cup Final isn’t even over yet, but Pittsburgh Penguins fans are all worked up about what’s coming in the offseason. As they should be. Steelers fans are firing off opinions about the quarterback depth chart. As they should be. And Pirates fans are fed up. As they should...
Steelers 2-a-days: Mason Cole, James Daniels signed to upgrade offensive line play
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, two per day, between June...
Mark Madden: Super-size athletes can make extra large impact
Fat has come to the forefront of the Pittsburgh sports scene. Excuse me, did I say fat? I meant to say beefy, big-boned, heavyset, stocky or any of the other terms that patronizingly substitute but are no less aggravating to us fatsos. The Pittsburgh athlete who recently made fat where...
Steelers sign All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to record-setting 5-year contract
The Pittsburgh Steelers made two-time All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick the highest-paid player at his position Wednesday, signing him to a five-year contract that runs through 2026. ESPN reported the four additional years on Fitzpatrick’s contract — he already was signed to a fifth-year option for 2022 — average $18.4 million...
First Call: Former Steeler makes ‘All-Underrated’ list; Derek Shelton on near no-hitter; ex-Penguin’s coaching achievement
Wednesday’s “First Call” features some praise for a few current Pittsburgh Steelers and a former Super Bowl champion. Derek Shelton reflects on Cal Mitchell’s at-bat to break up last night’s no-hit bid in St. Louis. And a former Penguin hauls in a coaching honor. No complaints here Former Steelers linebacker...
