Steelers/NFL category, Page 267
Steelers fans show up early to say goodbye to Big Ben
It would be unfair to term that the typical fan reaction to the announcement of the starting lineup before every Pittsburgh Steelers game as “indifference.” After all, fans unfailingly cheer, taking the cue from the enthusiasm with which public address announcer Larry Richert lists 11 or 12 names from either...
Steelers notebook: J.C. Hassenauer gets the start at center over Kendrick Green
Ben Roethlisberger had a new center snapping the ball for his final game at Heinz Field. Rookie Kendrick Green did not start for the first time this season because of a calf injury, paving the way for J.C. Hassenauer to take his place at center for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ game...
J.C. Hassenauer gets start at center over Kendrick Green in Steelers’ home finale
Ben Roethlisberger had a new center snapping the ball for his final game at Heinz Field. Rookie Kendrick Green did not start for the first time this season because of a calf injury, paving the way for J.C. Hassenauer to take his place at center for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ game...
Corliss Waitman punting for Steelers vs. Browns; G Rashaad Coward elevated to roster
Corliss Waitman again is handling the punting duties for the Pittsburgh Steelers during Monday night’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Waitman was signed a day before last week’s game at the Kansas City Chiefs following the death of the father of rookie punter Pressley Harvin III. Harvin missed practices all...
First Call: Possible reasons for Antonio Brown’s latest sideline meltdown; O.J. rips A.B.; Steelers’ fate in Jaguars’ hands
In Monday’s “First Call,” we look at how far-fetched the Steelers’ playoff chances truly are. We also find out what the Cleveland Browns’ playoff elimination has done to the gambling line on their upcoming game against the Steelers Monday night. The Antonio Brown saga has plenty of twists and turns....
Tim Benz: Appreciating Ben Roethlisberger’s career, and grasping the massive task of replacing him
For as much as Monday night’s Steelers-Browns game at Heinz Field will be about honoring quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s illustrious career, it also will be about remembering the two decades before he came to Pittsburgh. Those 20 seasons between the start of the 1984 season and the conclusion of the 2003...
Steelers fans sound off on the apparent end of the Big Ben era
Angela Birch of Kiski Township has a message for Ben Roethlisberger. “You’ll be missed,” said Birch, 48. “I hate to see you go. Enjoy the life with your kids and thank you so much for everything you’ve done.” Tonight’s game against the Cleveland Browns likely will be the final home...
Steelers’ playoff hopes come down to win in Baltimore, improbable upset by Jaguars
A path to the playoffs for the Pittsburgh Steelers includes winning their season finale. And some prayers. The only way for the Steelers to qualify for the postseason for the second year in a row, after they beat the Cleveland Browns on Monday night, is to win in Baltimore in...
7 up for Ben Roethlisberger: A look at the Steelers’ quarterback’s best games at Heinz Field
When examining a career that has spanned 18 seasons, 123 home games and 11 more in the postseason, coming up with a definitive list of Ben Roethlisberger’s top moments at Heinz Field is like picking the finalists in a Miss America pageant. There are plenty of worthy contenders, and it’s...
With Steelers thin at inside linebacker, T.J. Watt expects Browns to rely heavily on the run
Inside linebacker play is crucial for stopping the run, and finding two consistent defenders has been a problem the entire season for the Pittsburgh Steelers. On Monday night, when they face the Cleveland Browns, the Steelers will be trying to find two healthy players to man the position. Devin Bush...
Steelers vs. Browns: Center Kendrick Green questionable to play with calf injury
For the first time this season, the Pittsburgh Steelers could have a different starter at center when they play the Cleveland Browns on Monday night. Rookie Kendrick Green, who has been bothered by a calf injury, was limited in practice Saturday and is listed as questionable to face the Browns...
Steelers Four Downs: Ben Roethlisberger tribute edition
1. Just how valuable? With the most definitive word yet coming this week that Ben Roethlisberger will likely retire following this season, much discussion and reflection has been undertaken on his career and legacy as he faces what will probably be his final home game Monday night against the Cleveland...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: James Washington didn’t get fair shake with Steelers
Mike Tomlin is fond of saying he wants volunteers, not hostages. That rationale has seen LeGarrette Blount, James Harrison and Melvin Ingram depart Pittsburgh because they were unhappy. Keeping Blount in 2014 and Ingram this season would have proven useful because of injury above them on the depth chart. But...
Steelers activate defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs, bring back former linebacker
A day after defensive lineman Chris Wormley was placed on the reserve/covid list, the Pittsburgh Steelers got a member of his position group back on the active roster. Defensive tackle Isaiah Buggs was activated from the reserve/covid list Saturday, making him eligible to play Monday night when the Steelers play...
As they maybe bid goodbyes to Ben, ‘Heinz,’ Steelers hope to continue strong play at home
Much has been made this week about the likelihood that Monday will be the final pro game for Ben Roethlisberger in Pittsburgh. And for good reason, as over the past two decades few names have been more associated with the iconic Pittsburgh Steelers franchise and the city in which it...
Browns gearing up for one last shot at dropping Steelers’ Ben RoethlisbergerVideo
CLEVELAND — Myles Garrett was only 8 years old when Ben Roethlisberger started his personal, nearly two-decade-long crusade against Cleveland. Big Ben has tormented the Browns, going 24-2-1 as a starter against them since 2004, including a 12-0 mark in the regular season at home. “One of the greats,” said...
Steelers center Kendrick Green again misses practice, meaning J.C. Hassenauer likely to start
Kendrick Green missed another practice Friday, making it more likely the rookie center will miss the first start of his career and J.C. Hassenauer will be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ center for their game Monday. Green has missed both practices this week after suffering a calf injury during last week’s loss...
Steelers’ home ‘MNF’ win streak has passed 3 decades, can reach 20 on Monday
To illustrate how long it has been since the Pittsburgh Steelerslost a home game on “Monday Night Football,” consider not only that 21-year-old Heinz Field was a full decade from opening and only four players on the Steelers’ current roster had even been born yet. How about that Chuck Noll...
Joe Schobert, Chris Wormley placed on Steelers’ covid list
Three days before facing one of the NFL’s best rushing offenses, the Pittsburgh Steelers learned they likely will be without two of their most relied-upon rush defenders. Inside linebacker Joe Schobert and defensive lineman Chris Wormley were placed on the NFL’s covid-19 list, it was announced Friday, meaning in all...
Steelers teammates grew up fans of Ben Roethlisberger, appreciate his competitivenessVideo
Cameron Heyward spent much of his high school and college years rooting for Ben Roethlisberger. In the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room, though, early during Heyward’s career he spent plenty of time playing against Roethlisberger. Like 176 NFL opponents have found out over the 18 years of Roethlisberger’s apparently soon-to-end career,...
Tim Benz: Time for Steelers wide receivers to help Ben Roethlisberger go out in style
Across Pittsburgh, Steelers fans are hoping to see quarterback Ben Roethlisberger wrap up his storied Heinz Field career in grand style Monday night against the Cleveland Browns. If that is going to happen, he’s going to need a lot of help from his receivers. Something he hasn’t gotten enough of...
No longer ‘just a return man,’ Ray-Ray McCloud’s WR role grows for Steelers
Over his first two seasons in the NFL, Ray-Ray McCloud was used sparingly. Particularly on offense. Since joining the Pittsburgh Steelers, though, late in the summer of 2020, McCloud has worked his way into a significant role on offense. In fact, over the past month, McCloud statistically has been the...
Kendrick Green does not practice, Pat Freiermuth and Chris Wormley do for Steelers
Even with an extra day off, Kendrick Green’s calf injury still had yet to sufficiently heal so he could participate in Pittsburgh Steelers practice Thursday. Green left Sunday’s loss at the Kansas City Chiefs because of the ailment, and his status Thursday suggests he might miss a start for the...
Year in Review: Pitt’s run to ACC championship among top Pittsburgh sports stories
A look back at the 2021 Pitt football season is put in its best perspective by comparing it to 2020. A year ago, Pitt football was plagued by a preseason All-American who opted out, another who quit in mid-season, a quarterback who missed two important games with an ankle injury,...
DB Arthur Maulet latest on Steelers’ covid list; ILB Marcus Allen comes off it
The Pittsburgh Steelers swapped a pair of subpackage defensive players from their covid-19 list Thursday, reinstating Marcus Allen to the active roster and placing Arthur Maulet on the virus list. Maulet has settled into the Steelers’ top nickel defensive back role as the season has progressed. Signed as a free...
