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First Call: ESPN mock draft projects QB to Steelers, NFL plans to start on time, playoff expansion is official
In “First Call” Wednesday, the NFL is planning to start on time. ESPN is planning on the Steelers drafting a quarterback. And former Penn State receiver Chris Godwin is obviously planning to win over Tom Brady in Tampa Bay. Full steam ahead While other pro sports leagues are hanging on...
Tim Benz: Steelers have good reasons to stay put in the draft. Should they trade up anyway?
When the NFL Draft rolls around in three weeks, the Steelers will not have a first-round pick. Wait. Give it a second. Hear it? It’s coming. “MINKAH! MINKAH! MINKAH! What about Minkah Fitzpatrick?! Minkah counts as the first-rounder in 2020! And he’s an All-Pro. MINKAH! MINKAH! MINKAH!” OK. Good. That’s...
GM Kevin Colbert discusses offseason additions to Steelers rosterVideo
Taking a respite from evaluating college prospects as the NFL Draft approaches in three weeks, Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert provided insight Tuesday about some known commodities that recently joined the team’s roster. In a conference call with reporters, which followed a similar session he conducted with fans, Colbert...
Steelers among NFL teams giving extensions to fans to pay for season ticketsVideo
In this difficult financial climate created by the coronavirus pandemic, most NFL teams are granting fans extra time to pay for their season tickets for the 2020 season. The Pittsburgh Steelers are among them. The team sent an email to ticket holders March 20 informing them the deadline to pay...
Steelers GM Kevin Colbert welcomes additional playoff team in AFC, NFCVideo
NFL owners approved expanding the playoff field from 12 to 14 teams this season, and that decision has the endorsement of Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert. In a conference call with fans Tuesday, Colbert was asked about the league adding a 17th game, which won’t happen until 2021 at...
Steelers GM Kevin Colbert waiting for chance to watch Ben Roethlisberger throw passes
Like the organization’s rabid fan base, Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert is anxious to watch quarterback Ben Roethlisberger throw passes as he continues his rehabilitation from right elbow surgery. Because of the coronavirus pandemic and the shutdown of NFL facilities for workouts, Colbert isn’t sure when that wait is...
VideoChart: Most NFL Wins Since 1970Video
Our latest VideoChart looks at the NFL franchises with the most regular-season & playoff wins since 1970. Where do the Pittsburgh Steelers rank? Want to see more animated stats? Check out all of our VideoCharts here....
First Call: T.J. Watt rated best at his position; Greenbrier to host NFL games?; Eric Ebron deal official
In Tuesday’s “First Call,” the Eric Ebron contract is finally done with the Steelers. T.J. Watt is getting some praise. Can Greenbrier really be a destination for NFL games? Time for T.J. Back in January, Stephon Gilmore beat out T.J. Watt for NFL Defensive Player of the Year. But Pro...
One review of new Steeler Stefen Wisniewski: ‘Our heads spun’
There had to be one team, right? With all the substandard offensive line play across the league, there had to be at least one franchise that needed an upgrade. Stefen Wisniewski was at least better than one of 32 starting centers. Certainly better than one of 64 starting guards. But...
Steelers announce 3 signings, including former Pitt DE Dewayne Hendrix
Defensive end Dewayne Hendrix, a two-year starter at Pitt, was one of three XFL players that the Pittsburgh Steelers signed to contracts Monday. Along with Hendrix, safety Tyree Kinnel and linebacker/long snapper Christian Kuntz of Chartiers Valley and Duquesne were added to the Steelers’ offseason roster. The Steelers have signed...
Steelers lag well behind Ravens in odds to win AFC North
The Baltimore Ravens remain a heavy favorite to win the AFC North this season — assuming it is played at all — but the Pittsburgh Steelers are by far the No. 2 choice. According to odds released on FoxBet.com, the reigning division champions are a 3-to-5 pick to win the...
Mark Madden: Will Antonio Brown play another NFL snap?
Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians, ex of this parish, issued a hard “no” on the possibility of Antonio Brown playing for his team: “I just know him, and it’s not a fit in our locker room.” Arians’ most damning words: “I just know him.” After what’s transpired since Brown left...
Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss Bruce Arians swatting away Antonio Brown, NHL playoff prospects
In this week’s “Madden Monday,” Mark Madden and I bask in the only activity that is allowed to go on in the sports world these days: the NFL offseason. And thank goodness for that. So we examine the Stefen Wisniewski signing as well as Bruce Arians snubbing Antonio Brown in...
First Call: Antonio Brown rips another NFL star, Steelers rise in offseason power rankings, Ravens sign familiar name
Here’s the covid-19 shut-in response we’ve all been waiting for from former Steelers receiver Antonio Brown. Plus, the Steelers are on the rise when it comes to NFL offseason rankings. A former Steeler is wallowing in days gone by. And “Tiger vs. Phil: Part II” may give us a little...
Tim Benz: Two ways that a new CBA rule may help the Steelers
An element of the new NFL collective bargaining agreement should benefit the Pittsburgh Steelers. Well, it’s going to benefit every NFL team. But based on the Steelers’ current roster construction, recent offseason moves and potential plans for the draft, it may help them more than most. At least in 2020....
Mel Kiper Jr., Steelers’ Kevin Colbert weigh in on new-look NFL DraftVideo
With the bravado of a 19th century ringmaster, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell last week proclaimed the show must go on as it pertains to the league’s annual draft. Amid the escalating coronavirus pandemic, the seven-round event will proceed as scheduled, April 23-25, even though the draft no longer will be...
Char Valley grad Christian Kuntz ready for 2nd chance with Steelers after XFL runVideo
Christian Kuntz’s foray into the XFL produced the desired result. Kuntz, a Chartiers Valley and Duquesne graduate, signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday, two weeks after the XFL canceled its season after five games because of concerns over the spread of covid-19. Kuntz played long snapper for the Dallas...
Mock draft predicts Steelers take DL Gallimore, QB Eason with top 2 picksVideo
I began this mock draft in 2012 (for the 2013 NFL draft), and one of the first things I decided was I wouldn’t do trades. There are just too many variables, and I’m already projecting so much. I make up for it by discussing the possibility within the analysis of...
Chartiers Valley, Duquesne alum Christian Kuntz returns to Steelers roster
Christian Kuntz is getting a second chance to crack the Pittsburgh Steelers roster. Kuntz, the Chartiers Valley and Duquesne standout, became the fourth XFL player this week to agree to a contract with the Steelers. Kuntz, 25, played linebacker in college, but he served as the Dallas Renegades long snapper...
Stefen Wisniewski looking to crack Steelers lineup after Ramon Foster retirement
Stefen Wisniewski signed a two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers last week with the intention of replacing Ramon Foster at left guard. If he ends up replacing B.J. Finney, he’s OK with that, too. Wisniewski, the team’s 31-year-old interior offensive lineman, chased playing time above all else when he entered...
Fantasy podcast: How MLB delay is impacting drafts; pitching injuries; Ebron vs. Eifert; QB draft slot
Major League Baseball’s commissioner has spoken, and it looks like Rob Manfred is waving the white flag on a full 162-game season because of the coronavirus delay. Not only is that a big deal for fans of the game but also for those who play fantasy baseball. In our weekly...
First Call: Bruce Arians destroys Antonio Brown rumors; former Pirate now a pro wrestler
In Friday’s “First Call,” Bruce Arians shuts the door on the Antonio Brown-to-Tampa Bay rumors. Hard. Former Pirates pitcher and “Million Dollar Arm” star Rinku Singh is making it big as a pro wrestler. Pirates pitcher Trevor Williams obviously misses opening day. A dangerous quote from an NFL star. And...
Tim Benz: J.J. Watt ‘envious’ of brothers Derek, T.J. playing together with Steelers
On the hockey front, the Penguins managed to get themselves only one of the four NHL Staal brothers. That worked out OK, though. Now, the Steelers have two Watt brothers. The club recently signed Derek Watt, a fullback formerly with the Los Angeles Chargers. He’ll join All-Pro linebacker T.J. Watt...
Reunion with little brother was secondary reason for Derek Watt signing with Steelers
When Derek Watt hit free agency for the first time last week, the Pittsburgh Steelers were among a handful of teams to show interest in the 27-year-old fullback. He didn’t know how much interest until the 48-hour legal tampering period was over. It turns out his agents spared his nerves...
Chance to play at Heinz Field led Stefen Wisniewski to join hometown Steelers
Growing up in South Fayette and playing football at Central Catholic, Stefen Wisniewski always dreamed of suiting up for a meaningful game at Heinz Field. It will take 10 years into his NFL career, but that wish will finally come true in 2020 for the Pittsburgh Steelers newest offensive lineman....
