After signing a two-year, $3 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers to help bolster a receiving corps that lost Emmanuel Sanders and Jerricho Cotchery to free agency, Lance Moore came in believing he would play a significant role in 2014. That clearly did not happen after a 14-catch season where Moore was often invisible in the Steeler offense, and more often than not, was not even on the field to make contributions. Due to that lack of playing time, it is being reported by ESPN NFL ... Read More
Aaron Donald named 2014 Defensive Rookie of the Year
Former Pitt Panthers defensive tackle Aaron Donald has begun his professional career the same way he finished his collegiate career- collecting trophies. Donald was announced as the Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year at Saturday's NFL Honors awards show. The former Panthers’ star established himself as a disruptive force on the St. Louis Rams defensive line and it marks the second consecutive year that a defensive lineman won the award after Sheldon Richardson of the New York ... Read More
Jerome Bettis finally gets into NFL Hall of Fame
The wait is finally over for former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis. Bettis got “the call” on Saturday with the long awaited news that he will be heading to Canton as part of the NFL’s 2015 Hall of Fame Class. So happy to be amongst the games greatest players!! My Family and I are truly honored and blessed! — Jerome Bettis (@JeromeBettis36) February 1, 2015 “The Bus” ranks sixth on the NFL’s all-time rushing list, amassing 13,662 yards in his lengthy career and while ... Read More
PSN NFL Draft profile: Florida State DT Eddie Goldman
Though there are differing opinions on who the Pittsburgh Steelers might pick in the first round of the 2015 NFL draft, most agree that pick should be on the defensive side of the ball. After all, the offense was among the very best in the NFL in 2014, and with virtually everyone back from that group, it seems likely Steelers GM Kevin Colbert will focus on defense. The question then becomes, who will that pick be? Will it be the top-flight cover corner many Steeler fans are clamoring for? ... Read More
Ike Taylor willing to switch positions and teams
Once upon a time, a former great Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback made the switch to safety and it paid great dividends as Rod Woodson was able to prolong his career as a very productive NFL safety. Could Ike Taylor do the same thing? While Taylor wasn’t close to having Woodson’s abilities as a corner, the veteran seems willing to follow Woodson’s career path to stay in the league a few more years. Taylor said during an interview on Wednesday with Mike Florio on PFT Live, that he was ... Read More
Blount in Super Bowl is a bitter pill to swallow for Steeler fans
If you had a chance to listen to any of LeGarrette Blount's Super Bowl media day comments reflecting on his sudden release from the Steelers in November, it had the air of a child who knew he had gotten away with something he was not supposed to do, and now was bragging about it. In fact, as Blount opined about how great it was to be a Patriot to anyone who would listen, you really did get the sense that Blount and the Patriots had pulled a fast one on the rest of the league. Surprised? ... Read More
Pittsburgh to make February “Dick LeBeau Month”
Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau has received plenty of honors during his lengthy NFL career. He’s about to get another. According to KDKA, LeBeau will be honored when the City Council proclaims February “Dick LeBeau Month” in Pittsburgh. A ceremony is reportedly scheduled in council chambers Feb. 3. LeBeau’s son Rick told KDKA that his father was moved to learn about the honor, saying that his father’s reaction was “hard to put into words.” Several of ... Read More
Josh Gordon’s latest violation another blow to rival Browns
The hits keep on coming for the Cleveland Browns. If Johnny Manziel's nightmarish rookie campaign was not enough for a franchise that has only made the playoffs twice since 1994 and have not won a Division title since 1989, the news that troubled star receiver Josh Gordon is facing a year-long suspension after another violation of the NFL substance abuse policy might push some over the proverbial cliff. Once again, the latest news will have many Browns fans once again expecting the worst, ... Read More
Steelers sign Brad Wing to one-year extension
While the Pittsburgh Steelers organization is surrounded in drama concerning their head of security, the front office was busy on Friday locking up their punter. The Steelers and punter Brad Wing agreed to a one-year contract extension. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Wing punted 61 times on the season with a 43.7 yards per kick average. Twenty of those attempts landed inside the opponents’ 20-yard line. Wing had some good moments as a rookie, but also uncorked a pair of ... Read More
PSN NFL Draft profile: LSU cornerback Jalen Collins
One of the biggest points of contention with Pittsburgh Steelers’ fans in 2014 was the play at cornerback. With projected starters Ike Taylor and Cortez Allen having nightmare seasons, the Steelers were forced to turn to nickel corner William Gay and journeyman such as Brice McCain and Antwan Blake. Though this trio's play was far from horrible, it made many openly question why the Steelers once again overlooked the position in the 2014 draft. Despite of question marks at the position ... Read More