Although the Steelers-Browns rivalry was once known as one of the very best in the NFL, it would be fair to say that much of the luster has worn off because of the one-sided dominance of the black and gold. In fact, since 1999, the Steelers have won 27 of the past 32 games and have a 13-1 record at Heinz Field against the Browns. Cleveland has not done much this season to make anyone believe that dominance will end when the two clash this Sunday. The Browns are 2-7 and have lost four ... Read More
Pass the popcorn, Cleveland’s got fool’s gold
"Article by Gino Ferretti for Pittsburgh Sporting News" It has been a while since you heard your favorite old dawg barking and causing a ruckus in your backyard. Sure you could've gone back there and checked for life, but hey, you got your own problems. Besides, if you press your ear to your nearest window, you can always hear a breath. Even as deadened and puny as it may be. Because Cleveland always has life. Even when there's no life in Cleveland. But lately the city of can'tpions has ... Read More
2014 NFL Draft Round One Notes: Shazier is a Steeler, Donald to the Rams, Manziel a Brown
The 2014 NFL Draft finally got under way last night, and after months of speculation on where certain players would land, as usual the draft did not lack for drama. The Pittsburgh Steelers had been expected to use their first-round pick to fill a spot of obvious need – cornerback or wide receiver being the most often suspected slots – but General Manager Kevin Colbert and Head Coach Mike Tomlin bucked expectations and chose Ohio State ILB Ryan Shazier with the 15th overall pick. Shazier will be ... Read More
An underclassman shouldn’t win the Heisman Trophy
"With great power, comes great responsibility." Sure, you've heard that old saying many times before, but how many times has it actually been acted upon? Time and time again we see star athletes who have went to the well one too many times. I'm not talking about a pitcher throwing one too many fastballs or a point guard throwing one too many behind the back passes. No, I'm talking about star athletes who get some time in the spotlight for their on-field statistics, and then do something ... Read More