The Pittsburgh Steelers will get game action for the first time this season when they host the Detroit Lions at Heinz Field with kickoff set for 7 p.m. Granted, the team will look considerably different than the one they will field when they open their season against the Washington Redskins Sept. 12, but that doesn't mean there isn't plenty on the line for a number of players fighting for a 53-man roster spot. Here's some key themes and things to look for against the Lions tomorrow ... Read More
Steelers sign former Pittsburgh tight end David Johnson to 90-man roster
The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back a familiar face: David Johnson. The team announced the signing of the former Pittsburgh tight end on Tuesday afternoon. Johnson was selected by the Steelers in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He stayed with Pittsburgh until the end of the 2013-14 season, when he was then picked up by the San Diego Chargers. (He stayed with the Chargers for two seasons.) In his career, Johnson has 24 receptions for 224 yards. He has one touchdown, which ... Read More
Steelers expected to sign Ladarius Green
The Pittsburgh Steelers are on the verge of bolstering their tight end corps. The Steelers are expected to sign former San Diego Chargers tight end Ladarius Green. ESPN's Adam Schefter first reported the expected signing, which is to happen today. Green, 25, began his career with the Chargers in 2012. He was the team's fourth-round draft pick, and 110th overall. In his first season, he mainly took a backseat to veteran tight end Antonio Gates. However, his career took off in his second ... Read More