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Scouting the Vikings: Steelers opponent becoming accustomed to international games
SCOUTING THE VIKINGS Last meeting The Vikings beat the Steelers, 36-28, on Dec. 9, 2021, in Minneapolis Key matchup Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith vs. Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores Flores, who spent the 2022 season as an assistant with the Steelers, has a reputation for confusing offenses with his...
As Steelers play Vikings on Sunday, they’re also fighting a holy war against church services
Church and Steelers football routinely go hand-in-hand among fans in Western Pennsylvania. “We are a multi-religious city, and one of our religions, perhaps the most popular religion in Pittsburgh, is the Steelers,” the Rev. Liddy Barlow told TribLive on Friday. Barlow is executive minister of Christian Associates of Southwest Pennsylvania,...
‘All-around player’ Nick Herbig a force whenever he gets his opportunities for Steelers
Nick Herbig chuckled with a slight shake of his head. It was broached to the Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker that he is undersized and that he carries a reputation that he might not be the most stout against the run. “Nothing,” Herbig said, “I haven’t heard said about me before.”...
Steelers safety DeShon Elliott cleared to play against Vikings, Joey Porter Jr. listed as questionable
One member of the Pittsburgh Steelers secondary will return Sunday following a two-game absence. It remains to be seen if another will be joining him when the Steelers play the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park in Dublin. Strong safety DeShon Elliott was a full practice participant Friday and does not...
Football Footnotes: Steelers’ D vs. Vikings may be the cure for your Irish FOMOVideo
I love Ireland. I’ve only been there once, and I really hope to go back. I wish I could’ve gone to Dublin for Sunday’s Steelers-Vikings game. I’m already having pangs of jealousy over the pictures and videos I’m seeing from Pittsburghers who made the trip. All the parties from Temple...
In Ireland, Aaron Rodgers talks Guinness and NFL international growth
MAYNOOTH, Ireland — Aaron Rodgers was dressed in black, appropriately, to field questions about Guinness. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback spoke to the international media Friday at a resort hotel where the team is staying ahead of Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. Can’t avoid the Guinness questions in Ireland, it...
Check out the scene in Ireland as Steeler fans swarm Dublin
Steelers fans have invaded Dublin in anticipation for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. WDVE set up its morning show at Fitzsimons Temple Bar in Dublin on Friday and the scene looks rowdy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DVE Radio (@dverocks) Chants of “Here We Go...
Heyward, Batch and Manganiello to attend Pittsburgh Airport gala
Even more Pittsburgh-connected celebrity guests have been added to an Oct. 3 gala celebrating the highly anticipated opening of Pittsburgh International Airport’s new terminal. Current Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward, former Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch and Mt. Lebanon native actor Joe Manganiello will all be speaking at the Transformed...
Tim Benz: Penguins have at least 1 solid strategy for upcoming year
You aren’t going to read this a lot this year. So enjoy it while it lasts. The Pittsburgh Penguins really hit the bull’s-eye on something. Their plan to have 40-year-old goalie Marc-Andre Fleury come back on a one-game professional tryout contract to suit up one last time as a Penguin...
First Call: Former Steeler hoping to get healthy for Vikings; Pens’ goalie tandem rated worst in NHLVideo
A former Steeler in the Vikings’ lineup is hoping to be back in action Sunday in Ireland. We examine the gambling lines on the local college games. We discuss the heavy Pittsburgh influence on the New York Rangers. And at least one outlet sees very little hope for the Penguins’...
Steelers notes: Derrick Harmon impresses in debut, offense strives for more Metcalf touches
Nick Herbig beamed like a proud older brother while in the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room Thursday. Rookie Derrick Harmon had just gotten his attention, and it made Herbig reminisce about when he too was a rookie making his first big play. “Shout out my boy ‘D-Harm,’” Herbig said. “He got...
Joey Porter Jr., DeShon Elliott remain limited at practice for Steelers
It’ll take at least 24 hours — and about 3,500 miles — before any additional clarity comes on the status of two starting defensive backs for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ upcoming game. Safety DeShon Elliott and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. remained status quo for Thursday’s practice at the UPMC Rooney Sports...
3rd down has not been the charm for Steelers defense; neither has 4th
Cameron Heyward didn’t think the New England Patriots’ decision to go for a first down on fourth-and-1 from their 15 was related to coach Mike Vrabel having faith in his offense or based on some analytical decision that suggested it was a risk worth taking. He also didn’t view it...
Ireland is home turf for Rooney family as Steelers lead NFL into Dublin game
DUBLIN — No trip to Newry was complete for late Pittsburgh Steelers chairman Dan Rooney until he stopped by the Whitegates community center that he helped get off the ground in the 1990s. “Always visited for half an hour for a cup of tea with the people,” recalled local businessman...
First Call: Steelers make 2nd visit to Arizona State; more problems for Ravens
In “First Call” Thursday, the Pittsburgh Steelers may have eyes on some skill position players at a school out west. We know the officiating crew for the game in Ireland. The Pirates could deal a painful blow to the Reds. And the Baltimore Ravens are dealing with another big-time problem....
U mad, bro?: Sharing lots of feelings on the Steelers, Skenes, Schoenfield, Sinatra and soggy pizza
The rapture didn’t happen this week. Some people seem really upset about that. Personally, I’m angry because the Pittsburgh Steelers can’t get off the field on possession downs, and the Pirates never give Paul Skenes any run support. It’s giving me a headache. Anyone got any Tyleno… nevermind. Let’s discuss...
Vikings-Steelers game gives thriving Brian Flores a reflection of gratitudeVideo
EAGAN, Minn. — Brian Flores found the perfect pit stop for his coaching career in Pittsburgh. Regardless of where this track winds up, he has clearly been enjoying the ride with Minnesota since then. The third-year defensive coordinator of the Vikings gets the chance this weekend to catch up with...
Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf looking for offensive breakout vs. Vikings in Dublin
Aaron Rodgers doesn’t fancy himself as a beer drinker, but he admitted his favorite alcoholic beverage on tap is Guinness. The chance to down a few pints isn’t why the 41-year-old quarterback is looking forward to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ trip to Dublin this weekend to face the Minnesota Vikings. It’s...
DBs Joey Porter Jr., DeShon Elliott return to practice for Steelers
A pair of starters have taken the first steps in their respective returns to the Pittsburgh Steelers secondary. Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and safety DeShon Elliott each participated in Wednesday’s practice, according to the injury report. It’s the first time either had done so since suffering injuries during the Sept....
Offseason acquisition Brandin Echols makes big plays in win for SteelersVideo
Of all the big-name new veteran acquisitions the Pittsburgh Steelers made for their secondary over the past 6 1/2 months, Brandin Echols coming aboard perhaps had been forgotten about. Until this past Sunday, that is, when Echols not only played a significant role but made a play that effectively ended...
Norwin athletic director Mike Burrell heading overseas to work Steelers game in Ireland
Mike Burrell wears a lot of hats as the athletic director at Norwin, a PIAA official and a co-chairman for the WPIAL football steering committee. But he also works Pittsburgh Steelers home games as part of the game-in-progress crew. Since this week’s game against the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, Ireland...
2 former Steelers, Pitt players among 1st-year nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Of the 128 players announced Wednesday as nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, 13 are in their first year of eligibility. Two represent the Pittsburgh Steelers and two are Pitt products. Named for the first time are former Steelers offensive linemen Maurkice Pouncey and David DeCastro. Representing Pitt...
Ben Roethlisberger ramps up criticism of Broderick Jones, Steelers coaching and a ‘vanilla’ defense
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger didn’t hold back when it came to criticism of his old team during his most recent “Footbahlin’” podcast, despite a win over the New England Patriots on Sunday. Specifically, he laid into offensive tackle Broderick Jones for his play in Foxborough. “I assume (Mike)...
First Call: Steelers work out Nate Herbig; Vikings lose an offensive lineman; Russell Wilson benched
Before their showdown in Ireland, the Pittsburgh Steelers may bring back an offensive lineman who was recently with the team, while the Minnesota Vikings are losing a starter up front. Russell Wilson is getting benched in New York. A former Steelers linebacker is switching teams. And Paul Skenes has a...
Tim Benz: Mike Tomlin says a lot while saying little about Aaron Rodgers’ pass protection
During his weekly press conference Tuesday, coach Mike Tomlin was asked if injuries in the secondary (DeShon Elliott, Joey Porter Jr.) have resulted in the Steelers “holding back” on defense. “Certainly, but it’s not just the injuries. If you’re coaching and you’re seeing around corners, certainly one injury doesn’t get...
