The celebrity gossip site TMZ has reported that Pittsburgh Steelers corner back Antwon Blake was arrested early Sunday morning in Oceanside, CA for being drunk in public. Police arrested him after he was seen allegedly walking outside of bars visibly intoxicated. Pittsburgh Steeler Antwon Blake Arrested for Public Intoxication http://t.co/9MQjjAdnVJ — TMZ (@TMZ) March 16, 2015 Blake, 24, was taken to a jail cell where he was allowed to sober up before being released. Neither the ... Read More
Can DeAngelo Williams contribute at running back for Steelers?
When NFL free agency began earlier this week, one of the positions with a number of intriguing options was running back. The list of options included the NFL's leading rusher in DeMarco Murray, along with backs with Pro-Bowl credentials such as Frank Gore, Reggie Bush, Steven Jackson and Justin Forsett. Others such as Roy Helu and Ryan Mathews were looking for new opportunities after spending their time with one team. Such was the case with DeAngelo Williams. After nine seasons with the ... Read More
Is L.C. Greenwood Hall worthy?
Since its doors opened in 1963, the Pro Football Hall of Fame has inducted 295 immortals, including 23 Pittsburgh Steelers. The question today is why L.C. Greenwood isn’t one of the inductees? L.C. Greenwood was the 238th player selected in the 1969 Draft, and within two years became the everyday starting left defensive end. In his first year as a starter, he led the team in sacks with 8.5 (sacks were an unofficial stat until 1982). In his 13-year career, Greenwood compile 73.5 sacks and ... Read More
Looking at Steelers linebackers for 2015
The Pittsburgh Steelers is an organization steeped in tradition, especially when it comes to its line backing corps. From the good ole “Dracula in Cleats” Jack Lambert, to Greg “Avoid” Lloyd, to James “Deebo” Harrison; these positions have been filled with pro bowlers, All-Pros and Hall of Famers. However, due to injuries and age, this position has been in a downward trend since the team’s last Super Bowl appearance. Over the past two drafts, the Steelers used both of their first-round ... Read More
Report: Steelers to host corner Patrick Robinson this weekend
When the Miami Dolphins signed former Steeler cornerback Brice McCain, fans were up in arms, wondering who was going to play in the secondary for the Steelers this year. Well, the answer could be former first-round pick Patrick Robinson, who is planning to visit the Steelers this weekend, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Former #Saints 1st round CB Patrick Robinson is taking his first visit to the #Steelers this weekend, source said. He has others interested — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) ... Read More
Veteran Williams to become newest Steelers back
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Pittsburgh Steelers have finally dug into the free agency market, signing veteran RB DeAngelo Williams. The 31 year-old who played in college at Memphis was drafted in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft with the 27th pick by the Carolina Panthers. He has been a member of the team ever since, setting franchise records in just about every rushing category during the course of nine seasons there. Williams missed quite a bit of time last season, but was ... Read More
Steelers sign Roethlisberger to new contract
The Pittsburgh Steelers, who have been quiet on the free agent front several days into one of the league's busiest transaction periods, made a major announcement this afternoon regarding the face of the franchise. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's contract was extended, as first reported on Twitter by Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The team planned a press conference for 5 pm on Friday to make the deal official and to announce specific details. Any extension will make it very ... Read More
Miami Dolphins sign Brice McCain
Twenty-three hours into free agency, and the Steelers have yet to make a move…unless you count Matt Spaeth returning to bolster the running game. They have, however, seen 27-year-old Jason Worilds retire and now, according Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, the Steelers have lost one of their starting cornerbacks, as the Miami Dolphins have signed Brice McCain to a two-year deal that can be worth up to $5.5 million with $3 million guaranteed. The #Dolphins gave CB Brice McCain a 2-year deal that can ... Read More
Report: Steelers to host DeAngelo Williams for visit
While Jason Worilds retiring is currently holding the headlines, the Steelers have been silent thus far in the free agent frenzy that's occurred league wide. Other than checking in on Darrelle Revis, which basically means they said hello to him, the Steelers have been the Steelers, avoiding the flashy names. However, with Le'Veon Bell's status for the first few games unknown with his pending suspension, the Steelers need running back help. Earlier this week, we mention that Reggie Bush could ... Read More
Top 10 All Time Steelers Quarterbacks
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most storied franchises in professional sports. They’ve won 6 Super Bowls, they have the best record and most playoff appearances of any franchise in the NFL since the merger, and the Hall of Fame is filled with former Steelers. The Steelers, however, have had less than an embarrassment of riches at the QB position. In fact, there’s more embarrassment than there is riches after you get past the top 3 guys. With this in mind, here are the Top 10 ... Read More