If the Pittsburgh Steelers were going to get a shot in the playoffs, they were going to need some help from the Buffalo Bills. Couple that with a win against the hapless Cleveland Browns and the Steelers would be able to erase the painful memories of a inexplicable loss last week to the Baltimore Ravens that looked to put their playoff dreams on ice. The Steelers got that help, as the Bills found a way to beat the New York Jets 22-17 in a thriller at Ralph Wilson Stadium, leading to ... Read More
Three up, three down: Steelers vs. Colts
Coming off a frustrating loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the Pittsburgh Steelers looked to bounce back and keep pace in the crowded AFC Wild Card race last night against the Indianapolis Colts. The result was an inspired effort where the Steelers overcame early mistakes and a 10-6 deficit midway through the second quarter to score 39 straight points in a 45-10 drubbing of the visiting Colts. In this week's installment of three up, three down, let's take a look at the best and worst from last ... Read More
Three up, three down: Steelers vs. Cardinals
It looks like the Steelers might have found a new backup quarterback. Despite being out-gained by nearly 200 yards of total offense, the Steelers (4-2) were able to take advantage of nine costly penalties by the Arizona Cardinals (4-2) and a strong second half performance by third-string quarterback Landry Jones en route to a 25-13 victory at Heinz Field. Let's take a look at the best and the worst in the this week's three up, three down: •Before Michael Vick left the game early in the ... Read More
AM Joe: Steelers look to get a jump on San Diego
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your day in sports for Monday, October 12, 2015. What's on tap for today: At noon, Pitt (4-1. 2-0) head coach Pat Narduzzi will discuss his team's homecoming victory over Virginia and look forward to next week's foe, Georgia Tech, in his weekly press conference. PittsburghPanthers.com The Steelers (2-2) need a win over the San Diego Chargers (2-2) tonight to stay two games back of the 5-0 Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC North. Kickoff is at 8:30 p.m. ... Read More
AM Joe: Deebo or Batman?
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your day in sports for Thursday, September 10, 2015. What's on tap for today: The Pirates (83-55) are back at PNC Park after a 4-5 road trip to Milwaukee, St. Louis and Cincinnati. A.J. Burnett (above) will make his return to the starting rotation after missing six weeks with a forearm injury. The Bucs are hosting the Brewers for four games this weekend. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. ROOT Sports Pittsburgh The Steelers will kick off the 2015 National ... Read More
Bigger lessons can be learned from Harrison’s ‘stand’
Though James Harrison made an impression at linebacker in his 2015 debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers in its preseason tilt at Jacksonville Friday night, it was his comments as a parent that gained national attention. That's because we learned that Harrison is not a big fan of participation trophies - Something he was not shy letting the world know on his Instagram account on Saturday. If you missed the crux of the message, it was simple: My kids don't get rewarded unless they earn it (I'm ... Read More
Steelers storyline No. 2: Will trio of first round linebackers be a force in 2015?
Will first round picks Jarvis Jones, Ryan Shazier and Alvin "Bud" Dupree be impact players for the Steelers? The Pittsburgh Steelers have long been known for some of the best linebackers in the NFL. The list of Steelers linebackers that have dominated the position is long and distinguished. They include Andy Russell, Jack Ham, Jack Lambert, Greg Lloyd, Levon Kirkland, Chad Brown, Joey Porter, Jason Gildon, LaMarr Woodley, James Harrison and Lawrence Timmons. Yet of that distinguished ... Read More
James Harrison signs two-year deal with Steelers
Free agent linebacker James Harrison had a tough decision on his hands. Would he come back to the franchise he was loyal to or follow the coach he has been loyal to his entire career. After some wavering the past 24 hours the team won out. The Steelers announced on Sunday that they have come to terms on a two-year deal with Harrison, keeping the soon to be 37-year old in Pittsburgh. Financial terms of the deal were not announced. Harrison, who announced his retirement prior to ... Read More
James Harrison to decide between Steelers and Titans
For free agent linebacker James Harrison, the decision isn't regarding weather he will play again in 2015. The decision is where he will play. The 36-year old Harrison, who announced his retirement prior to returning last season, doesn't have much of a market similar to last season. But unlike last summer, which left him without a team, he does have two options to continue his playing career. Now Harrison has to decide where his loyalties lie. Does he sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers, ... Read More
James Harrison not retiring, will Steelers bring him back?
Though James Harrison announced on Twitter last night of his intentions of coming back to play in 2015, anyone who has been watching his lifting regimen at the Steelers facilities probably knew this announcement was coming. For Harrison, his impressive routines that were consistently making their way on to social media seemed to be a message not only to fans, but the Steelers management. The message was clear: James Harrison isn't ready to call it a career quite yet. Now the question ... Read More