Steelers/NFL category, Page 60
Mark Madden: Steelers should pursue long-term path, timetable that’s best for the franchise
The Steelers offseason is all over the place. The highlights of free agency so far: • Recycling a quarterback they never trusted previously. • Getting a second-string running back to go with their other second-string running back. • Adding a 34-year-old cornerback. The Steelers might sign a 33-year-old fullback, which...
Tim Benz: DK Metcalf proves that $150 million can buy a lot of things — including faith
The Pittsburgh Steelers are paying $150 million to DK Metcalf to catch passes over the next five seasons. During his introductory press conference on Thursday, Metcalf may have caught himself in the middle of a quote. When asked about why he felt comfortable enough to sign a long-term deal in...
First Call: Giants reportedly offer more money to Aaron Rodgers than Steelers; another possible QB option for Pittsburgh
Friday’s “First Call” has an off-the-wall suggestion to fill the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback void. We play follow-the-money with Aaron Rodgers’ contract talks. I’ll give you the latest on the potential Round 2 version of Kenny Pickett-plus-Russell Wilson in Cleveland. And a former Steelers offensive lineman has a new team. Big...
DK Metcalf embraces change of scenery with Steelers while awaiting decision at quarterback
DK Metcalf has a new team, a new fiancee and a new number. What he doesn’t have is the identity of his new quarterback. That will come in time, and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ biggest offseason acquisition isn’t sweating the choice, whether it’s Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Mason Rudolph or someone...
A slot or outside CB, free-agent signee Brandin Echols seeks starting role for SteelersVideo
While he has a slight preference, Brandin Echols is less concerned about where he lines up with his new team as much as when he first takes the field in a game. Outside cornerback or slot/nickel isn’t as important to Echols as if he’s with the first-team defense for the...
Call him ‘Kenny G,’ call him a Super Bowl champ, Kenneth Gainwell eager to add to Steelers run gameVideo
His full first name is Kenneth, and that’s what he has been listed as on rosters throughout college and the NFL. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ newest running back, though, is indifferent in regards to how he’s addressed. “It doesn’t matter,” Mr. Gainwell said Thursday in his first interaction with Pittsburgh reporters...
After signing from rival Ravens, LB Malik Harrison eager to play inside or edge for the SteelersVideo
On the heels of finishing behind their biggest rival in the standings each of the past three seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers have increasingly adopted a strategy. If you can’t beat ‘em, have ‘em join you. At least when it comes to defensive players from the Baltimore Ravens, that is. Malik...
New Steeler Brandin Echols on former Jets teammate Aaron Rodgers: ‘Tell his (butt) to come on’
Brandin Echols may have been one of the lesser acclaimed Steelers signees early in free agency. But upon his arrival in Pittsburgh Thursday, the ex-New York Jets cornerback shed a lot of light on one of the most discussed players in the maelstrom of Steelers free agency. Former New York...
Steelers bring back QB Mason Rudolph
Four days into free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally have a new quarterback. Well, a quarterback who is not-so-new to the organization. Mason Rudolph and the Steelers agreed to terms Thursday, according to a report from the NFL Network. Rudolph, who spent his first six seasons with the Steelers before...
First Call: Steelers look to land a free agent corner; Mike Williams leaves for former team
Thursday’s “First Call” looks at a depth signing by the Pittsburgh Steelers on the defensive side of the ball. Mike Williams is heading west in free agency. We get introduced to a mid-round running back who seems to be intriguing the Steelers as the draft approaches. We also preview Thursday...
U mad, bro?: Steelers already defensive about Aaron Rodgers, still defensive about Justin Fields
It appears that Aaron Rodgers already has his sycophants within Steelers Nation. Some Steelers fans think I was too hard on Justin Fields this week. Others feel I’m too hard on the team in general. And then there are folks who are just waiting for the other shoe to drop...
Former NFL running back Le’Veon Bell denies raping cousin after jury awards $25M
NEW YORK — Former NFL running back Le’Veon Bell has denied raping a woman who was awarded a $25 million default judgment after accusing the 33-year-old athlete of sexually abusing her when she was a child. The woman filed a lawsuit in March 2024 alleging the defendant began forcing her...
Steelers still without a quarterback as Russell Wilson plans visits with Browns, GiantsVideo
Still without a quarterback when the first official day of NFL free agency kicked off, the Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t the only party exploring other options. Their starter for most of the 2024 season is doing the same thing. Russell Wilson, who started the final 11 games of the regular season...
Terms of Darius Slay’s contract revealed; Steelers add depth cornerback
Darius Slay will earn $10 million this season after he agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers following his release Wednesday from the Philadelphia Eagles. Slay agreed verbally Monday to join the Steelers, but he had to wait until the Eagles released him at 4 p.m....
Former Steelers Larry Ogunjobi, Van Jefferson agree to contracts in free agency
Two more starters for the Pittsburgh Steelers from the 2024 season have found new homes. Defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi signed a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills on Wednesday, two days after the Steelers released him in a salary-cap move. The contract is worth $8.3 million, with $8 million guaranteed....
Report: Free-agent Steelers QB Russell Wilson to visit with Browns, GiantsVideo
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t the only ones exploring their options at quarterback. Their starter for most of the 2024 season is doing the same thing. Russell Wilson, who started the final 11 games of the regular season and wild-card playoff game against Baltimore, has visits scheduled with the Cleveland Browns...
First Call: Brett Favre wants Aaron Rodgers to choose Vikings; Steelers reportedly sign Eagles RB Kenneth Gainwell
In “First Call” for Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers are adding a running back. A third team may be in the mix for Aaron Rodgers. Some former Steelers are part of moves in the AFC North. We will also look at what lies ahead for Robert Morris in the NCAA Basketball...
Tim Benz: 2 reasons Steelers fans should want Aaron Rodgers — and you’re going to hate both
Aaron Rodgers is an aging, declining, narcissistic distraction of a quarterback who is asking for too much money. And I desperately hope the Pittsburgh Steelers sign him. For two reasons. Neither of which you will want to hear. First of all, regardless of who becomes the starting quarterback of the...
Steelers stay quiet as free agent QB options dwindle
On a day when their starting quarterback options continued to be reduced, the Pittsburgh Steelers remained in a holding pattern regarding the game’s most important position. Russell Wilson, the starter at the end of the 2024 season, and 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers remained on the market as the Steelers contemplated how...
First Call: Aaron Rodgers most likely to Steelers; Russell Wilson could end up in Tennessee or New York
Tuesday’s “First Call” has an update on the remaining quarterbacks the Pittsburgh Steelers may be able to sign. Another big-name wide receiver could become available. The Patriots are acquiring an ex-Steelers QB. And a former Steelers linebacker is heading to Las Vegas. Quarterback carousel According to various reports from SNY-TVs...
Seattle radio host says Russell Wilson was ‘poisoning the well’ when it came to DK Metcalf staying with Seahawks
Shortly after Russell Wilson came to Pittsburgh last year, Ian Furness of KJR Radio in Seattle joined the “Breakfast With Benz” podcast and had a less than glowing review of what Steelers fans could expect from their new quarterback. While Wilson went above and beyond in Pittsburgh to compensate for...
Tim Benz: Steelers couldn’t tell Justin Fields what he wanted to hear — and shouldn’t have said it anyway
On Day 1 of the NFL’s legal negotiating period, it was reported that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields had agreed to a contract with the New York Jets. “NFL Daily” podcast host Gregg Rosenthal said that the Steelers believed Fields would give the club “a Tomlin discount” to stay in...
Steelers make moves on 1st day of NFL legal tampering period, but still lack starting QB
So much for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ goal of signing a quarterback on the opening day of the NFL’s legal tampering period before addressing other positions on the roster. On a busy day Monday, the Steelers agreed to a deal with a cornerback who isn’t yet a free agent, tendered their...
Former Steelers guard James Daniels agrees to 3-year, $24 million deal with Dolphins
Spending the final 13 games on injured reserve didn’t appear to cost former Pittsburgh Steelers guard James Daniels in the free agent market. Daniels agreed to a three-year, $24 million contract with the Miami Dolphins on Monday, a deal that won’t become official until the start of the new NFL...
After 4 years with Steelers, RB Najee Harris signs free-agent deal with Chargers
One way or another, the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025 will have a new workhorse running back for the first time in four years. Najee Harris reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers late during the day of the opening of the so-called “legal tampering...
