Chris Adamski stories, Page 71
Steelers prep for threat that is Raiders WR Davante Adams
While most everyone else views Saturday as special because it’s Christmas Eve, Davante Adams will be celebrating it because he will be turning 30. If Adams’ birthday gift is a win, it might be by way of leaving his hosts with a lump of proverbial coal. Adams’ production could go...
Steelers notes: Saturday could be franchise’s coldest game since 1989
Saturday night’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Las Vegas Raiders, both 6-8, isn’t necessarily one for the history books. It could be, though, and not just because of the accompanying celebration of the Immaculate Reception or because it’s the NFL’s latest-ever kickoff for a Christmas Eve game. What might...
Steelers 4 Downs: Third-down defense among best in NFL since bye
1. Third down’s the charm Over the first two games of the season, the Pittsburgh Steelers were allowing opponents to convert third downs at a rate that, in relation to the current standings, would be the worst in the NFL. Over their past five games (since their bye), the Steelers...
Steelers injury report: Myles Jack doubtful, perhaps opening door for rookie Mark Robinson
Mark Robinson was taken aback when he was approached by a handful of reporters in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ locker room Friday. “You wanna talk to me?” the rookie inside linebacker said. “I haven’t even played.” That could change Sunday in Carolina after veteran inside Myles Jack was listed on the...
Call it chippy or ‘crunky,’ Steelers cap off week with spirited practice
Days after getting beaten at home by their archrival and facing the prospect of mathematical playoff elimination as early as Sunday, the Pittsburgh Steelers by all accounts had a spirited practice Friday. “Guys were bouncing around. We were competing,” quarterback Mitch Trubisky said. “I thought we had some juice to...
Kenny Pickett doubtful, Mike Tomlin unwilling to name Steelers’ starting QB vs. Panthers
As a six-year NFL veteran who’s filled in a variety of roles and been in myriad depth-chart situations, Mitch Trubisky has seen plenty of timeshares at quarterback during a practice week. But he’d never before been a part of — as Mike Tomlin would say — a division of labor...
‘We are trying to win a game’ – Steelers don’t plan on showcasing younger players
When speaking Thursday about who would replace the out-for-the-season Chris Wormley on the Pittsburgh Steelers defensive line, defensive coordinator Teryl Austin listed a cadre of players with two or fewer accrued seasons of NFL experience. A few minutes later, though, Austin demurred when asked if the Steelers might be more...
Pat Freiermuth, Myles Jack, Larry Ogunjobi remain out at Steelers practice
Cameron Sutton and Najee Harris returned to Pittsburgh Steelers practice Thursday, but Myles Jack, Pat Freiermuth and Larry Ogunjobi remained out. Starters at cornerback and running back, respectively, Sutton (neck/stinger) and Harris (hip) were upgraded after Wednesday when Sutton was listed as limited on the league-mandated injury report and Harris...
Steelers players take pride in defending Mike Tomlin’s non-losing season streak
It was 102 years ago when coach Knute Rockne told his Notre Dame players to “Win one for the Gipper.” Can the Pittsburgh Steelers win … four … for Mike T? “If we can’t come together for each other,” defensive lineman Montravius Adams said, “at least we can do it...
Steelers’ Pat Freiermuth, Myles Jack miss practice, T.J. Watt no longer listed on injury report
The starter at the highest-profile position got most of the attention. But five other starters were listed on the injury report after Wednesday’s Pittsburgh Steelers practice. Joining quarterback Kenny Pickett with a “limited” designation was cornerback Cameron Sutton, who was listed as having a “neck (stinger)” injury. Not practicing at...
Steelers sign DL Jonathan Marshall, place Chris Wormley on injured reserve
It was likely a priority over the coming offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers to get younger along their defensive line. An unfortunate circumstance began that process a little earlier. Chris Wormley was placed on injured reserve because of a knee injury that requires surgery, ending his season. The 29-year-old, six-year...
Steelers notes: Steelers in danger of 2nd losing home season since 1970
Blame Acrisure? Over a span of 53 seasons while playing in venues named Three Rivers Stadium and Heinz Field, the Pittsburgh Steelers only once had a losing record in home games. That was 1999, the second-to-last season played at Three Rivers. During 21 seasons playing a stone’s throw down the...
A week after frustrating game, George Pickens makes big plays in Steelers’ loss
After a week of scrutiny following a game in which CBS cameras caught him expressing frustration during a one-catch, two-target stat line in a win at the Atlanta Falcons, George Pickens made some big plays in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ loss Sunday. Pickens had receptions of 42 and 25 yards, an...
Anything but a game manager, Mitch Trubisky aggressive, mistake-prone in relief for Steelers
During Mitch Trubisky’s brief tenure as the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback earlier this season, a common criticism and narrative surrounding his performance was he was not aggressive enough or willing to take chances. Trubisky’s second relief outing — and first action of any kind in almost two months — could...
Steelers’ run defense shredded again in loss to Ravens
After finishing last in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game last season, the Pittsburgh Steelers had climbed as high as sixth in the league in that category in 2022. Their past six quarters have all but whittled that away. Seven days after allowing 128 yards in the second...
Blocked FG by Calais Campbell critical play in Steelers’ loss to Ravens
This is Calais Campbell’s third season playing for Baltimore’s NFL team. He finally, in good faith, can call himself a Raven. “I’d been hearing it all week,” the veteran defensive lineman said, “ ‘You’re not a Raven until you beat the Steelers.’ ” And a big reason Campbell’s Ravens beat...
Steelers DL Chris Wormley leaves loss to Ravens with knee injury
Kenny Pickett wasn’t the only Pittsburgh Steelers player unable to finish Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens. Defensive lineman Chris Wormley did not play after suffering an injury to his left knee during the third quarter of the 16-14 loss. Coach Mike Tomlin did not provide much detail on the...
Kenny Pickett forced out of Steelers loss to Ravens, remains in concussion protocol
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett left Sunday’s home game before the end of the first quarter and did not return after being placed in NFL concussion protocol. Veteran Mitch Trubisky replaced him in facing the Baltimore Ravens, which went on to win the game 16-14. After absorbing a tackle to...
Steelers’ T.J. Watt, Diontae Johnson, Malik Reed upgraded on injury report, will play vs. Ravens
T.J. Watt, Diontae Johnson and Malik Reed were upgraded in their injury status Saturday and will play for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Sunday’s home game against the Baltimore Ravens. All three were listed as questionable on the status report Friday. Watt and Johnson, in particular, had expressed optimism they would...
Steelers 4 Downs: After 1-year hiatus, is Minkah Fitzpatrick back to playing at an All-Pro level?
1. Ode to Minkah Minkah Fitzpatrick was honored as a first-team AP NFL All-Pro during his first two seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last year, though, Fitzpatrick went without any hardware. Fitzpatrick’s play in 2022 gives reason to believe he again will be in consideration for All-Pro honors. Only three...
Big plays, longer catches help Steelers’ Pat Freiermuth ascend to upper-echelon NFL tight end
Coming off a rookie season that featured several superlatives and set a franchise record, it was unusual to hear Pat Freiermuth use such a negative term to describe one aspect of his game last year. “My yards per (reception),” Freiermuth said this spring, “was atrocious.” It was anything but in...
Steelers-Ravens an even rivalry — except when backup QBs play … and Lamar Jackson is doubtful
Never over the 27 seasons the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens have been playing has one of the teams had a six-game winning streak in the series. But one of the players taking part in Sunday’s meeting between the two does. Steelers defensive lineman Chris Wormley presumably is the only...
Offensive tackle Trent Scott embraces unique role for Steelers
When offensive lineman Trent Scott got to Pittsburgh and joined the Steelers, he was familiar with a player he in some ways replaced, Zach Banner. What he was not familiar with was a unique and colorful term the Steelers use to describe what has become his role. “Yeah, ‘nipple rubber,’...
T.J. Watt, Diontae Johnson questionable for Steelers vs. Ravens; each optimistic he’ll play
Two of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ highest-profile and highest-paid players are not assured of playing Sunday against an AFC North rival. Receiver Diontae Johnson and outside linebacker T.J. Watt were listed as questionable to play against the Baltimore Ravens, per the injury report released after Friday’s practice. Johnson has a hip...
‘I think we’re getting better:’ Matt Canada touts improvements in Steelers offense
In terms of yardage gained, the past four of the Pittsburgh Steelers outings have each ranked among their six best games of the season. The same is true in regards to offensive points scored. Notable, too, is that the Steelers have won three of their past four after a 2-6...
