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Tim Benz: What does all the Ben Roethlisberger talk mean for Mason Rudolph?
We’re talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers. We’re talking about future Hall of Fame quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. We’re talking about a $41 million cap hit. So it’s no wonder the dialogue about Roethlisberger’s future in Pittsburgh has soaked up so much attention. There’s not much more to boil down beyond that...
Minus NFL Combine, Steelers preparing for draft process that relies on college pro days
The only sound emanating from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis next month will be basketballs bouncing off a hardwood surface. There will be no clicking of stopwatches as scouts time players running the 40-yard dash. No barbells clanging from 300-pound linemen trying to eke out another rep in the bench...
Steelers’ Art Rooney II: Roethlisberger still capable, contract delay not about performance
Two days after releasing a statement that he and his team’s longtime quarterback are in agreement about Ben Roethlisberger playing in 2021, Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II reiterated that the organization believes Roethlisberger, even at age 39, remains a high-level NFL starter. “We think Ben played at a high...
Steelers LB Devin Bush: Rehab from torn ACL is ‘going good’ 4 months post-surgery
Four months since he had surgery to repair a torn ACL, Devin Bush is optimistic he is on track for a healthy return next season. The 22-year-old inside linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers provided an update on his recovery Thursday during a 15-minute question and answer session with fans. “Rehab...
First Call: JuJu Smith-Schuster insists he wants to stay in Pittsburgh; Steelers out on J.J. Watt?; ‘Big Al’ to Indy?
Thursday’s “First Call” finds JuJu Smith-Schuster beaming with hope about staying with the Steelers. A few destinations are emerging for J.J. Watt, and Pittsburgh isn’t on the list. An AFC playoff suitor is mentioned for Alejandro Villanueva’s services. The Flyers are back on track. And it seems like big money...
U mad, bro?: Lots of heat on Mike Tomlin, Art Rooney II, Big Ben, Pens fans, Pirates expectations
This week’s “U mad, bro?” turns ugly for Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and owner Art Rooney II. Penguins fans take a little slap. We get a 2021 Pirates reality check. There’s a thorough examination of Cold War-era Europe. And I call out one of my TribLive...
Mark Madden: With Ben Roethlisberger returning, Steelers’ next priority is run game
Ben Roethlisberger’s agent, Ryan Tollner, says his client will play for the Steelers in 2021. But owner Art Rooney II didn’t exactly confirm that. Given how the situation has lingered in limbo after optimistic proclamations three weeks ago, it would be good if he did. Rooney says he wants Roethlisberger...
Art Rooney II, Ben Roethlisberger in agreement Steelers QB returns for 18th season
The long-anticipated meeting between the president and franchise player of the Pittsburgh Steelers finally took place Tuesday. And the two are in agreement their on-field relationship should continue for at least one more season. In a statement released via the verified Twitter account of Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten, Art Rooney...
First Call: Former NFL GM’s spot-on quotes about Ben Roethlisberger; ’70s Steelers on HBCU list
For Wednesday’s “First Call,” we take a look at Doug Whaley’s comments about Ben Roethlisberger’s future with the Steelers. There are Steelers aplenty on an all-time historically Black colleges and universities list. Bruce Boudreau may want to get back into coaching. A former Penguin is getting back in gear. And...
Report: Agent confirms that Ben Roethlisberger will be back with Steelers for 2021 season
It looks like Ben Roethlisberger will be sticking around with the Pittsburgh Steelers for another season. Agent Ryan Tollner told NFL Network on Tuesday that the Steelers want his client to return for an 18th season. Roethlisberger, who turns 39 in March, is signed through the 2021 season, but the...
Steelers’ Mike Tomlin discusses NFL minority coach hiring in HBO segment
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is cooling on the idea of speaking at “diversity workshops” in his profession, and he’s also growing weary in regards to repeated attempts by the NFL to encourage more minority hiring among its head coaches. Asked, in a colorful way, on a new episode of...
First Call: Tyler Glasnow on difference between Pirates and Rays; no love for Bud Dupree; another Fleury shutout
Tuesday’s “First Call” wonders why the NFL Network is overlooking Steelers pass rusher Bud Dupree. Tyler Glasnow dishes on the difference between the Pirates and the Tampa Bay Rays. We check in on the Eastern Division standings. Marc-Andre Fleury pitches another shutout. And we recall the “Miracle on Ice.” Tampa...
Tim Benz: Steelers projected to trade up for QB Mac Jones. The prediction is meaningless. The conversation isn’t.
This week’s CBSSports.com mock draft has the Steelers making a big trade up the board to nab Alabama quarterback Mac Jones. Why not, right? He piloted the Alabama Crimson Tide to the 2020 College Football Playoff championship. And if Ben Roethlisberger is cut, the Steelers will be looking for their...
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin tests positive for covid-19
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has tested positive for covid-19, according to an NFL Network report Monday. Tomlin tweeted Monday he is only experiencing “minimal symptoms” and is “in good health.” “I want to thank everyone who reached out to express their concern for my health,” the tweet read in...
Steelers take step toward reducing bloated salary cap figure in 2021 season
The first of what could be several contract restructures occurred Monday when the Pittsburgh Steelers reworked the contract of Pro Bowl defensive tackle Cameron Heyward. According to an NFL Network report, Heyward had most of his $10.5 million in salary for 2021 converted to a signing bonus that will be...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss latest on Penguins, Ben Roethlisberger’s future, PiratesVideo
Tim Benz and Mark Madden return for this week’s edition of “Unfiltered” on TribLive’s Facebook page to talk about the state of the Penguins and the outlook for Ben Roethlisberger with the Steelers, and to laugh a bit at the Pirates’ projections. The Penguins are in fairly good shape right...
First Call: Warnings about a Steelers RB free agency hunch; Alejandro Villanueva’s value; Penguins’ division battle
In Monday’s “First Call,” we caution you from getting too excited about a Steelers free agent rumor. We wonder about Alejandro Villanueva’s future. You get an update on the NHL’s Eastern Division. And a thoroughly bizarre goalie box score in Pittsburgh over the weekend that you may have missed. Packer...
Tim Benz: Looking for a perfect end to Ben Roethlisberger’s Steelers career? Too late.
If we want to be honest, Ben Roethlisberger’s Steelers career effectively ended as the opening snap of this year’s wild-card game sailed over his head. All the discussion since then has essentially been nothing more than figuring out how both sides can best accept that reality. Frankly, it’s already become...
Staff changes just one piece of puzzle toward Steelers improving 32nd-ranked running game
The plan to correct the deficiencies in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ running game is akin to putting together a puzzle. All of the pieces must interlock and have the same message when connected properly. The puzzle was jumbled for much of the 2020 season, and the result was the worst rushing...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Steelers making it hard for Ben Roethlisberger to return
Three weeks ago, Steelers owner Art Rooney II said there was “work to be done” regarding the adjustment of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s contract to afford a more amenable cap figure than the current charge of $41.25 million for 2021. Roethlisberger responded by saying, “I don’t care about my pay at...
Dissatisfied with their choices, Western Pa. voters write in athletes, coaches for president
Duquesne men’s basketball coach Keith Dambrot isn’t sure why one person in Allegheny County — a voter from Baldwin — chose him as a write-in candidate for president in November’s election. He is sure, however, that he doesn’t want the job. “I have enough problems,” Dambrot said with a laugh....
Salary cap decisions await Steelers, Kevin Colbert as new league year approaches
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ financial situation continued to improve this week, and for the third time this offseason, they didn’t do a single thing to make it happen. They didn’t have to cut a player or extend a contract to provide salary cap relief. With the NFL announcing an increase of...
Plenty of key Kevin Colbert quotes about Steelers besides the Ben Roethlisberger talk
When I read Kevin Colbert’s quote on Wednesday about the status of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s future, my antenna went up. “As we sit here today, Ben is a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.” Well. That came off as, um, non-committal, to say the least. But when I saw the video...
First Call: Offensive tackles the Steelers may draft; Titans admit interest in J.J. Watt
Friday’s “First Call” has a look at the offensive tackle draft class Pittsburgh Steelers GM Kevin Colbert seems to like so much. Another AFC playoff team admits to kicking J.J. Watt’s tires. We saw a full slate of games for the Penguins and the rest of the NHL’s Eastern Division....
Tim Benz: If Ben Roethlisberger splits from the Steelers, where might he play if he doesn’t retire?
If the Pittsburgh Steelers eventually decide to release Ben Roethlisberger, the question remains if he would want to continue his career in a new city or retire. Should such a scenario develop, the most likely destination appeared to be the Indianapolis Colts. But then the Colts decided to make a...
