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When Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is attempting to answer a question from the media without coming off as if he is making an excuse for something that went wrong in the previous game, he loves to spin the phrase “we do not seek comfort.” That said, after his team...

You will not feel better about the Steelers after reading what the 49ers had to say regarding their win in Pittsburgh on Sunday. There are some statistical trends that will pull you in opposite directions about this coming Monday’s game against the Cleveland Browns. And a potential option for the...

Of all the angles to the San Francisco 49ers’ 30-7 beatdown of the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday afternoon, here’s one that didn’t get any play: “Was the crowd out of line for booing the Steelers during their poor performance?” Maybe that’s because the Steelers were so lousy...

Tuesday’s “First Call” looks at the George Pickens-Kenny Pickett Instagram drama. An ex-Pitt star shines on “Monday Night Football.” Former Pittsburgh Steeler Chase Claypool has yet to find himself in Chicago. And more trouble for Adam “Pacman” Jones. I know. I know. Try to contain your shock. Instant Instagram denial...

Based on my inbox and social media interactions, Sunday’s season-opening blowout loss to the San Francisco 49ers appears to have shaken the confidence of many Pittsburgh Steelers fans. I don’t blame you. For those of you who got worked into a lather based on the club’s outstanding preseason performance and...

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy played it cool after beating Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson for two touchdowns during Sunday’s dominating win at Acrisure Stadium. We look at what the Steelers may be getting from the Cleveland Browns next week. The Baltimore Ravens suffered a tough injury loss. And...

As Pittsburgh Steelers fans, we must admit that we are a rather simple lot. Like early evolutionary humans: A drought happened, and famine occurred — they assumed the sun god was angry. If there was a flood, the god of the sea is looking for vengeance. If the Steelers lose,...

To begin each of the last two seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers shelved many concerns from their fans by upsetting top-notch playoff teams on the road: Buffalo (2021) and Cincinnati (2022). In the 2023 season opener Sunday, after a preseason that seemed to erase many issues that lingered from last winter,...

In advance of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2023 regular-season opener against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, we’ve been hearing for weeks about the challenge of facing the Niners’ vaunted rushing attack. Last year, it ranked seventh in the NFL with 2,360 yards and can also use a short passing game...

Friday’s “First Call” has some very interesting quotes from a Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back about the San Francisco 49ers offense. We also have injury news from San Francisco in advance of the team’s season opener in Pittsburgh on Sunday, a status update on a former Pitt Panther standout, and another...

If you work in the Pittsburgh sports media you are obligated — by law — to make a season prediction for the Steelers before their first game of the regular season. Seriously. If you don’t, you could get arrested. I’m pretty sure I signed some piece of paper requiring me...

For the returning players on Duquesne’s football team, Saturday’s jump in competition as they travel down I-79 to face West Virginia will be nothing new. They were on the Dukes’ roster last year when the team visited FBS schools such as Florida State and Hawaii. Some still remain from the...

Thursday’s “First Call” has Steelers reaction to Nick Bosa’s new contract in San Francisco. We detail how much playing time Bosa may get Sunday in Pittsburgh without the benefit of a training camp. Plus, Bosa’s return is just one of many good news items for the 49ers. And it is...

This time next week, “U mad, bro?” will be filled to the brim with one of two types of complaints from readers. 1. That the Steelers didn’t win. Or…. 2. That the Steelers didn’t win by enough. Either way, it’s bound to be wildly entertaining. In the meantime, for our...

When it comes to season-opening opponents, beginning the 2023 campaign against the San Francisco 49ers will continue a theme for the Pittsburgh Steelers. It’s the third straight year that Mike Tomlin’s crew will open their campaign against a reigning division champion. The 49ers won the NFC West in 2022. Last...

There’s at least one Steeler who actually wants to see George Kittle on the field Sunday at Acrisure Stadium. It shouldn’t be surprising that the Steeler we’re talking about doesn’t have to actually try to tackle him or cover him. “He’s the gold standard for tight end play. Him and...

Wednesday’s “First Call” gives us a look at the latest commercial for Steelers star T.J. Watt. One ex-Steeler refused to play elsewhere in the AFC North, while another just signed to play within it. And time is running out on Nick Bosa if he wants to play with the 49ers...

The Steelers’ newest player signing is the latest example of their Gordon Gekko approach to roster construction in 2023. Greed is good. Get as much as you can, while you can. Since the Steelers’ salary cap spreadsheet is blessed with starters at quarterback, wide receiver, tight end, running back and...

Of all the people in Pittsburgh who have been feverishly tracking news out of San Francisco about Nick Bosa’s contract, you’d figure that Steelers offensive tackle Dan Moore would be No. 1 on that list. Bosa is the reigning Defensive Player of the Year after an 18.5-sack season. But the...

Tuesday’s “First Call” has more news about some star San Francisco players who may be out for Sunday’s game against the Steelers. Also, JuJu Smith-Schuster responds to reports about his knee problems, an ex-Steeler is in some hot water legally, and a Duquesne football player receives an NEC honor. Kittle...

Before you make a bet on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ season-win total, Mark Madden of 105.9 The X and TribLIVE has some advice. First of all, even if the Steelers look much improved from last year — and they do — that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll have a huge jump in...

The Pittsburgh Steelers open the season next weekend. It’s a game weekend in college football for Pitt, Penn State and West Virginia. And there’s news all over the NFL about ex-Steelers and upcoming opponents for the team. So let’s dive in with our inaugural “Friday Football Footnotes” post for 2023....

Friday’s “First Call” has the latest on Nick Bosa’s contract drama as the Pittsburgh Steelers get ready to play the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. Former Steeler Kendrick Green may have a quick reunion with his Pittsburgh teammates. Another ex-Steeler, Arthur Maulet, is still touchy about his former team....

With the notable exception of an 11-0 start in 2020, many recent editions of the Pittsburgh Steelers have needed to scramble late in the year because of rotten starts to seasons. Over the past decade, Mike Tomlin’s teams have had a nasty habit of putting themselves in playoff peril even...

In Thursday’s “First Call,” we look at Desmond King II, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest addition to the cornerback unit. We also have some news about the franchise on the ownership front. A former Pitt tight end has a new home. And Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson proves how tough of...