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First Call: Pat Freiermuth replaces George Pickens after youth camp mess; Penguins reportedly want to move up in draftVideo
Thursday’s “First Call” looks at how Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth is stepping in to fill a void created by George Pickens. A former Steelers’ rival is spinning a positive picture about Aaron Rodgers’ final season in Pittsburgh. The Penguins are reportedly sniffing to move up the draft board....
Steelers A to Z: Young career marred by injury, RB Evan Hull believes he still can make it in NFL
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
U mad, bro?: Pirates fans are fed up with Oneil Cruz, Steelers fans miffed at coverage of T.J. Watt and Aaron Rodgers
It’s one thing to stink. It’s something else to stink and be lazy in the process. Pittsburgh Pirates fans are fed up with Oneil Cruz, as he reinforced that notion this week. Meanwhile, I seemed to agitate Steelers fans with my All-Quarter-Century team, my thoughts on Aaron Rodgers and my...
Steelers add long snapper Tucker Addington to offseason roster
Christian Kuntz will have competition in training camp at long snapper. The Pittsburgh Steelers like to have at least two players for every position on the 90-man camp roster, and they added a second long snapper Wednesday when they signed Tucker Addington to a one-year contract. Addington signed with the...
Steelers A to Z: National title-winning QB Will Howard eager to learn pro game
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
First Call: Steelers reportedly ‘checked in’ on Jalen Ramsey; Diontae Johnson thinks Kenny Pickett will start for BrownsVideo
Wednesday’s “First Call” has Adam Schefter’s update on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ level of interest in Jalen Ramsey. An ex-Steeler thinks Kenny Pickett is going to win the Browns starting QB job. We examine some struggling Pirates. We also advance a highlight moment for the Penn State women’s hockey program. Ramsey...
1 big debate on our All-Quarter-Century Steelers team
We’ve already given you our All-Quarter-Century Penguins team. Now, it’s the Pittsburgh Steelers’ turn. With the way this century started for the franchise, who would’ve thought that playoff wins would become so scarce? And who would’ve thought that the replacement for a Hall of Famer at quarterback would’ve been so...
Tim Benz: Aaron Rodgers’ public acknowledgment about his future is exactly what the Steelers needed to hear
During Tuesday’s “Pat McAfee Show,” new Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers announced that his first season in Pittsburgh is likely to be his last in the NFL. “I’m pretty sure this is it,” Rodgers said. “That’s why we did a one-year deal. The Steelers didn’t need to put any extra years...
Steelers A to Z: After missing a full season with major injury, can Cole Holcomb contribute?
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers A to Z: Alex Highsmith looks to bounce back after injury-affected season
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
‘I’m pretty sure this is it’: Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers admits he’s entering final NFL season
Aaron Rodgers said his first year with the Pittsburgh Steelers likely will be his last in the NFL. “I’m pretty sure this is it,” Rodgers said Tuesday during an appearance on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show.” The veteran quarterback ended months of speculation that he would play a 21st season...
Sorting out the media fumble of Gov. Shapiro’s quotes on publicly funded NFL stadiums in Pa.
The media kerfuffle over what Gov. Josh Shapiro said — or didn’t say — about public funding for football stadiums in Pennsylvania is just the beginning of what will undoubtedly be a hair-pulling, mind-numbing process until the Steelers and Eagles work out their new leases. That’s whether they play in...
Steelers A to Z: In last year of contract, can Connor Heyward show value at tight end, fullback?
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers 2025 A to Z roundup: A look at the 90-man roster
From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between June 12...
First Call: Steelers sign a long snapper; Russell Wilson on why he joined the Giants
Tuesday’s “First Call” features a Pittsburgh Steelers special teams acquisition. A former Steelers coach shares one big regret, while an ex-Steelers quarterback talks about his new favorite target. We also preview an important start for Pirates pitcher Andrew Heaney. Special teams signing It appears the Steelers are signing a long...
Steelers A to Z: Standout 2024 suggests Cameron Heyward a seemingly ageless wonder
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers A to Z: Nick Herbig looks to take on bigger role at outside linebacker in 3rd season
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers A to Z: Free agent addition Malik Harrison looking to carve role in defense
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Tim Benz: 2 factors may provide leverage, negotiating shift for T.J. Watt
Reporting day for Pittsburgh Steelers training camp is exactly one month away. Aaron Rodgers has finally signed to become the team’s starting quarterback. So the biggest stories hanging in the balance between now and then are: • Is linebacker T.J. Watt going to sign a contract extension? • If he...
First Call: Pa. governor on prospect of state funds for Steelers’ and Eagles’ stadiums; T.J. McConnell’s ups and downs in Game 7Video
Monday’s “First Call” recaps T.J. McConnell’s ups and downs from last night’s Game 7 of the NBA Finals. We remember the life of Arthur Smith’s father, Fred Smith, and his NFL influence. Plus, we get into Jaire Alexander’s arrival in Baltimore and the prospect of public funds for new football...
Madden Monday: Even with Aaron Rodgers, ‘Steelers haven’t really changed as much as we like to pretend they have’
In this week’s “Madden Monday” podcast, Mark Madden of TribLive and 105.9 The X raises an interesting question about the Pittsburgh Steelers. Has the team on the field really changed as much as some outsiders seem to believe that it has? Madden doesn’t think so, especially when it comes to...
New Steelers ILB coach Scott McCurley planning to make most of unplanned homecoming
Scott McCurley is the quintessential western Pennsylvania football success story. A New Castle native, McCurley played at Mohawk and then walked on at Pitt. It didn’t take long for him to gain a scholarship, and the gritty linebacker became a four-year letterman for the Panthers. After his playing days concluded,...
Steelers A to Z: Devin Harper trying to earn roster spot as backup linebacker, special teamer
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers A to Z: Derrick Harmon expected to start, make impact on defensive line as rookie
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
Steelers A to Z: Tight end JJ Galbreath an undrafted rookie to keep an eye on
Editor’s note: From now until reporting day to training camp at Saint Vincent College, TribLive is running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, looking at each player and assessing his outlook for the 2025 season. The breakdown will run in alphabetical order with at least two players each day between...
