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
Report: Le’Veon Bell to face two-game suspension
Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell is facing a two-game suspension in relation to his August arrest for marijuana possession, according to a report by ESPN’s John Clayton. Bell was stopped in his black Chevrolet Camaro on August 20 in Ross Township along with his former teammate, LeGarrette Blount. Bell was charged with possession of marijuana and driving under the influence. He has entered the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program and will undergo 15 months of probation and ... Read More
Steelers to play in 2015 Hall of Fame Game
The Steelers will face the Minnesota Vikings in the 2015 Pro Football Hall of Fame game, the National Football League announced on Wednesday. Kickoff between the Steelers and Vikings will be at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 9. The game will be played at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, which is adjacent to the hall of fame. The game, which is traditionally the first preseason game played, will kick off NBC’s Sunday Night Football season. Both teams are represented in the ... Read More
Colbert, Tomlin expect to discuss future of Steeler vets
In a discussion with the local media yesterday afternoon, Steelers GM Kevin Colbert reflected on a number of issues facing the Steelers this off-season. This included the ongoing negotiations on a contract extension with Ben Roethlisberger, what positions of need the Steelers might look to focus on in the upcoming NFL draft and where things stand with veteran linebacker Jason Worilds. Colbert also acknowledged that he and head coach Mike Tomlin plan on meeting today to discuss the future of a ... Read More
PSN NFL Draft profile: Miami (OH) CB Quinten Rollins
The NFL draft is known for unique stories of players who essentially come out of nowhere to become first-round prospects. That is definitely the case with Miami (OH) cornerback Quinten Rollins. That's because until this past season, Rollins did not even play for the Redhawks football program. Instead, he was a four-year starter at point guard for the basketball team, playing in 116 career games and becoming one of the all-time leaders in steals in MAC conference history. So should it come ... Read More
Steelers promote Joey Porter and Jerry Olsavsky to linebackers coaches
After promoting Keith Butler to replace recently departed defensive coordinator Dick Lebeau last month, the Steelers again looked within the organization to fill a vacant position. Defensive assistants Jerry Olsavsky and Joey Porter were both promoted to replace Butler as linebackers coach. Olsavsky will coach the inside linebackers and Porter will coach the outside linebackers. Both men got their starts in pro football as linebackers for the black and gold. Olsavsky was a 10th-round pick ... Read More