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
With Jason Worilds exploring open market, what’s next for Steelers?
With the news that Steelers linebacker Jason Worilds is set to enter the free-agent market, the Steelers will not have some difficult decisions to make as they prepare for the 2015 season. For the Steelers, the decision to allow Worilds to determine his open market value when he officially becomes a unrestricted free agent on March 10 is not a big surprise. Already facing some significant salary cap issues, the decision to retain the pass-rushing specialist is not an easy one to make. That's ... Read More
Ryan Clark retires as a Pittsburgh Steeler
Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark took a long road to a successful NFL career. That 13-year career came to a conclusion on Wednesday when Clark announced his retirement from the NFL. Clark announced that he will retire a Pittsburgh Steeler, after spending the best years of his career in black and gold. "I get an opportunity to retire as a Steeler, which is very important to me," Clark said on ESPN's NFL Live. "To be able to play with some of the greats in Troy Polamalu, James ... Read More
Report: Jason Worilds heading to free agency
According to ESPN's Scott Brown, who covers the Steelers, linebacker Jason Worilds will enter free agency. Jason Worilds is headed for free agency http://t.co/wYlJ5YXeaW — Scott Brown (@ScottBrown_ESPN) February 18, 2015 Worilds, who was brought back last year via the transition tag, saw his numbers dip last year, as he recorded 7.5 sacks (one-half less than 2013) and 41 tackles (down from 43 in 2013) in five more starts. Just because Worilds will enter free agency doesn't mean ... Read More
Pirates joining their city brethren in one category
Want to hear something that might surprise you? The Pirates are the third-most popular team in Pittsburgh, at least when it comes to ratings and branding studies. And according to Dejan Kovacevic of DK on Pittsburgh Sports, it isn't close. What the Pirates are closing the gap on, however, is the expectations they carry when starting their 162-game campaign. Yeah, that's right. The Pirates now have to meet expectations. But this time, unlike the past two decades, they are positive. It ... Read More
Free agent spotlight: Could Buster Skrine solve Steelers cornerback woes?
With 72 days until the start of the NFL draft, nothing is a bigger hot button topic among Steeler fans than the cornerback position. That's understandable after all, considering that long-time starter Ike Taylor is almost certain not to be back, and late season contributors Antwon Blake and Brice McCain set to hit the free-agent market. If Taylor, Blake and McCain are not back in 2015, that would leave Cortez Allen, William Gay and seldom used B.W. Webb as the only cornerbacks under contract ... Read More
Former Steeler Jason Gildon announced as Wuerl North Catholic Head Coach
For some athletes, leaving the game is never really an option they want to take. For former Pittsburgh Steeler linebacker Jason Gildon, that rings true as he's pursued a coaching career since stepping away from the NFL. Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School announced Tuesday that Gildon has been hired and introduced as the coach of the school's football team. Prior to taking the position, Gildon was an assistant coach at Seneca Valley for three years. Before that, he served at Peters ... Read More
NFL Combine preview: Offensive line and tight ends
With the 2015 NFL combine set to start tomorrow in Indianapolis, the next week of physical and mental testing is an opportunity for some of college football's best to make their case for a chance to pursue their NFL dreams. The combine will begin tomorrow for special teams performers, offensive linemen and tight ends. Specific to the offensive line and tight ends, let's take a look at some of the players who could make an impact: Offensive Line: Offensive tackles are always among the most ... Read More
Two-game ban likely for Le’Veon Bell; could have major impact on Steelers
Looks like Steeler fans will have another reason to despise NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. ESPN NFL insider John Clayton reported last night that All-Pro running back Le'Veon Bell is facing a likely two-game suspension stemming from Bell's arrest for marijuana possession and DUI. Bell was subsequently given 15 months of probation and a 60-day license suspension under Pennsylvania's first offender program. However, it seems that the NFL does not believe Bell's punishment from the ... Read More
Combine about more than impressing scouts for Jesse James
One of the more intriguing prospects in the upcoming NFL draft is former Penn State standout and South Allegheny alum Jesse James. The 6'7, 255-pound tight end has a rare combination of skills that could translate to NFL stardom. As a junior this past season, James caught 38 passes for 396 yards and added three touchdowns despite playing in a pass offense that struggled for consistency. After declaring for the draft in January, James has a chance to be one of the steals of the draft, and will ... Read More