Steelers/NFL category, Page 465
Pass-rusher Tuzar Skipper out to gain notice at Steelers camp after making roster as tryout
After going undrafted in April, Tuzar Skipper attended the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie minicamp on a tryout in May. After Rocket-ing his way to a contract, Skipper joined a couple old buddies in the Steelers locker room. An outside linebacker, Skipper joins position mate Ola Adeniyi and third-round rookie receiver Diontae...
Steelers 2-a-days: 10-year veteran Maurkice Pouncey, late rookie add Damian Prince
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
At 27, Steelers DL Lavon Hooks works to avoid practice squad
He’s the most experienced inexperienced player on the Pittsburgh Steelers roster. Because he has not appeared in a regular-season game or spent a day on the regular-season roster, Lavon Hooks is considered a first-year player. Funny, because four prior NFL training camps and 15 preseason games suggest he’s anything but...
Steelers 2-a-days: Is Roosevelt Nix’s job safe? Can Chuks Okorafor nab starting spot?
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
NFL notebook: Chargers RB Gordon threatens holdout
Discouraged by his contract situation, Melvin Gordon told the Chargers he will not report to training camp and will instead demand a trade unless he receives a new deal. Gordon’s agent, Fletcher Smith, confirmed his client is prepared to remain away from the team if necessary when the Chargers report...
Steelers rookie linemen Derwin Gray, Damian Prince share lifelong bond
Damian Prince was doing his first one-on-one interview as a professional football player from UPMC Rooney Sports Complex locker room last month, baring his emotions in discussing how he considered quitting football before the Pittsburgh Steelers called to offer him a spot at their rookie minicamp. And then, in an...
Steelers 2-a-days: Veteran Steven Nelson, rookie Alexander Myres among cornerbacks added
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent, the Trib will run through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between June 14...
Henry Mondeaux doesn’t let Type 1 diabetes affect his pursuit of spot on Steelers defensive line
Make no mistake, Henry Mondeaux takes pride in his abilities on the football field. The Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman admits getting cut three times last year after being an undrafted free agent was difficult. “I learned about myself,” Mondeaux said after a Steelers minicamp session. “Going home and not being...
WVU’s Marcus Simms not selected in NFL supplemental draft
Former West Virginia wide receiver Marcus Simms was considered one of the few prospects available to NFL teams in the supplemental draft that was held Tuesday afternoon. After the draft concluded, Simms remains a free agent. Washington State defensive back Jalen Thompson was the only player chosen Tuesday, going to...
First Call: Steelers Hall of Fame locks; 1 prediction has Penguins missing playoffs
Hall of Fame talk dots “First Call” today. Will the Penguins really miss the playoffs in 2020? And a look at how baseball financial inflation is out of control. Who besides Ben? This isn’t the most scientific NFL list of all time, but it may be worth a debate. The...
Steelers 2-a-days: Vance McDonald poised for breakout? Patrick Morris part of team’s plans?
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent, the Trib will run through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between June 14...
Steelers’ TE crowd thins after top 2 Vance McDonald, Xavier Grimble
Allowing Jesse James to leave via free agency, the conventional narrative goes, was an easy decision for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Even if James was a starting-caliber NFL tight end, the Steelers already had one of those in Vance McDonald, and it would be a salary-cap faux pas to pay two...
NFL Network to carry both Steelers preseason home games
The NFL Network will air 13 preseason games live this summer, and two of the Pittsburgh Steelers games are on the list, although viewers will have to live outside the region to watch them. The preseason opener Friday, Aug. 9 against Tampa Bay and the Saturday, Aug. 17 game against...
Pro Football Focus lists Steelers as 3rd-best offensive line in preseason rankings
Despite offseason upheaval that included the trade of wide receiver Antonio Brown and the official departure of running back Le’Veon Bell, one area of the Pittsburgh Steelers offense remains a constant. And Pro Football Focus took notice. The web site devoted to analyzing NFL players and teams compiled its preseason...
First Call: Steelers a playoff sleeper in 2019?
In “First Call” for Tuesday, optimism for a bounce-back Steelers season. The TV ratings are good for the Women’s World Cup. And creative use of a player’s day with the Stanley Cup. Don’t sleep on the Steelers Some in the media and the fanbase seem to think the Steelers will...
Steelers 2-a-days: Talented Travon McMillian seeks role; Donte Moncrief the No. 2, 3 or 4 WR?
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: Team keeps keeping Dan McCullers, taking a look at Henry Mondeaux
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: Can rookie safety P.J. Locke make team? Tyler Matakevich in contract year
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: AAF star Kameron Kelly a sleeper, Justin Layne another mid-round cornerback
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: Rookie Dionate Johnson looks to carve niche; JT Jones to fit in as edge rusher
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: Ramon Foster extends decade-long tenure; Lavon Hooks keeps sticking
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
After health scare, Charlie Batch announces he’s close to 100%
After suffering a bacterial infection, last week former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch announced that he is as close to being back to 100% as he can be. I just wanted to take a moment to say THANK YOU. Thank you to each and every one of you who sent...
Steelers 2-a-days: Fred Johnson an intriguing and giant rookie guard, Tevin Jones in the WR mix
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
Steelers 2-a-days: Will Mike Hilton sign contract? Can Johnny Holton be the new DHB?
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 2019 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, (at least) two per day, between...
First Call: Antonio Brown’s gaudy new jewelry; JuJu goes to London
In Wednesday’s “First Call,” the latest major jewelry purchase by Antonio Brown is hilarious. JuJu Smith-Schuster goes to London. Myles Garrett shows us why he is a beast. I see what you did there Antonio Brown has some new jewelry. It’s a dedication to Muhammad Ali. And himself, of course....
