On Thursday, a day after the arrest of both Le'Veon Bell and LeGarrette Blount for possession of marijuana, as well as a DUI for Bell, both players are in Philadelphia for the Steelers' third preseason game against the Eagles. NFL Network's Aditi Kinkhabwala confirmed on Thursday morning that head coach Mike Tomlin plans for both running backs to play tonight. Mike Tomlin's plan is to play both Bell, Blount tonight. Jobs decided tonight; whole team shouldn't suffer. +Not a knee-jerk kind ... Read More
Two Steelers charged with marijuana possession
Steelers RB's Le'Veon Bell and LeGarrette Blount along with an unidentified female were charged today with marijuana possession by Ross Township Police. Bell was also charged with a DUI. The arrests were first reported by CBS radio's Colin Dunlap. Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell & RB LeGarrette Blount charged by Ross Twp Police today w marijuana poss. Bell also charged w DUI after stop today. — Colin Dunlap (@colin_dunlap) August 20, 2014 Blount and Bell had 20 grams of ... Read More
Is Johnny Manziel Ready For The NFL?
A lot is expected of you when you are a first-round draft pick in the NFL. The team that’s chosen you is investing a lot in your future, and with that comes a lot of pressure to succeed. The Cleveland Browns invested a first round choice in Johnny Manziel to be their quarterback of the future but I don’t think it’s out of the question to question whether Johnny Football is ready for the NFL yet or not. He spent the early days following his draft by partying it up several times in Vegas, a mild ... Read More
Turnpike Rivals Meet in Preseason Battle
In what is generally considered the most important week of the NFL preseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) and Philadelphia Eagles (0-2) will meet Thursday evening for the third of four tune-ups in advance of the regular season. Pittsburgh will head east across the Keystone State to battle the Eagles, whom they face only once every four years in regular season play. The two teams meet somewhat often in the preseason, including a 2011 home win and a 2012 road loss. The last meeting between ... Read More
Steelers Extend Gilbert, Sign Keisel
Midway through the 2014 preseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers have extended the contract of tackle Marcus Gilbert through the 2019 season. The fourth-year tackle, drafted in the second round in 2011, will play for Pittsburgh through at least six more seasons and will make about $30 million. Gilbert has started 34 games in the black and gold and the former Florida Gator will continue to play alongside his college teammate, center Maurkice Pouncey, who was also recently extended through the 2019 ... Read More
Steelers’ first team looks to be in mid-season form
If Saturday’s preseason matchup was a preview of the upcoming Pittsburgh Steelers season, we’ll take it. The Steelers won 19-16 over the Buffalo Bills. They won as time expired on a Shaun Suisham field goal courtesy of another forced turnover by back-ups Vic So’oto and fumble recovery by Howard Jones. The real upside their second preseason matchup was the play of the Steelers first team offense and defense. They won the first half, 13-6, with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger placing the ball to ... Read More
Steelers win, Pirates choke podcast
Join in on the discussion LIVE for today's abbreviated 30-minute show. Michael Waterloo and Jon Pennline will discuss any and every topic on the table, including the Pirates loss to the Nationals and the Steelers win over the Buffalo Bills. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Steelers Show Promising Signs In Preseason Win Over Buffalo
The Pittsburgh Steelers are pinning their revival hopes on a high-flying offense and a rejuvenated defense. After a so-so preseason opener against the Giants last week, the Steelers showed a promising preview of that game plan Saturday night at Heinz Field, controlling the first half in a 19-16 victory over the Buffalo Bills. Pittsburgh's first exhibition win since Aug. 30, 2012 - a span of five games - featured a nearly-flawless Ben Roethlisberger and a dynamic performance from rookie ... Read More
Marcus Gilbert, Steelers close to contract extension
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a few players entering the last year on their current deals and it appears that offensive tackle Marcus Gilbert is next on their wish list. According to sources, the team is close to inking Gilbert to a contract extension. All reports suggest a deal could be finalized sometime this week. Gilbert’s play has been a bit up and down throughout his career after being forced into the starting lineup early on in the 2011 season. After missing 12 games in 2012 due to ... Read More
Steelers drop preseason opener to Giants, 20-16
The NFL does a great job to keep its fans invested every month during the offseason. There's free agent signings, the combine, the NFL Draft and the start of training camp. But let's face it, eventually, football fans just want to see a game. Although it was just a preseason game, the Steelers took to the field on Saturday night, as they traveled to New York to take on the the Giants. Ultimately, the Steelers lost to the Giants 20-16, dropping to 0-1 in the preseason after a 0-4 campaign last ... Read More