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Ravens’ John Harbaugh never believed Steelers’ Mike Tomlin was leaving organization
INDIANAPOLIS — The late-season rumors about Mike Tomlin leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers with a year remaining on his contract turned out to be unfounded. Tomlin’s longtime rival in the AFC North didn’t believe the speculation anyhow. Like a lot of people, John Harbaugh didn’t think Tomlin was going anywhere, and...
First Call: Compensation models for Jake Guentzel; Steelers lock up ex-Ravens OLB; Ryan Clark’s big bucks from ESPN
After a rare three-day weekend, “First Call” is back at “Breakfast With Benz” with plenty of Pittsburgh Steelers conversation. The franchise has signed a former Baltimore Ravens linebacker. We get an update on Ryan Clark’s status at ESPN. A couple of former Steelers have options on a potential draftee at...
5 potential storylines for Steelers as NFL Combine kicks off in Indianapolis
February began with college football’s top prospects descending on Mobile, Ala., to take part in the Senior Bowl. It will end with another congregation in a confined environment, this time the annual NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Prospects begin meeting with NFL coaches and executives as early as Tuesday, with on-field...
On Sports: Dream for Steelers fan Damar Hamlin is to finish career with hometown team
This is not the first time that On Sports was call-ed upon to provide a wrap-up of the day’s sports news when “Breakfast With Benz” has had the day off. They do need a safety … Damar Hamlin is no stranger to playing high-level football in Pittsburgh. He’s won WPIAL...
Offensive line prospects expected to command Steelers’ attention at NFL Combine
Size mattered to Omar Khan and Andy Weidl when they conducted their first draft as executives atop the Pittsburgh Steelers organizational food chain. With the four picks they used over the first three rounds in 2023, they selected an offensive and defensive tackle, a tall cornerback and a massive tight...
Steelers release 2-year starter at center Mason Cole
On a day when the NFL salary cap officially was increased by $30 million, the Pittsburgh Steelers took a step toward lowering their figure by releasing veteran center Mason Cole. Cole had started all 34 regular-season games the past two seasons in the middle of the offensive line and had...
Terry Bradshaw staunchly defends Kenny Pickett, changes tune on Arthur Smith
While appearing on “The Rich Eisen Show” on Thursday, former Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw offered up an impassioned defense of Kenny Pickett as the franchise’s starter at the position. “I love Pickett,” Bradshaw said. “I know him well. He’s fiercely competitive. He’s a tough-minded kid. Things don’t bother him. I...
First Call: A different take on the Justin Fields-to-Pittsburgh talk; guess who almost became Steelers QB in the ‘90s?
A different consideration is being advanced about the prospect of the Pittsburgh Steelers trading for Justin Fields. A blast from the past reveals that he was almost a Steelers quarterback in the early 1990s. The Penguins are preparing to renew acquaintances with their friends from Philadelphia. Some Robert Morris Colonials...
First Call: Justin Fields on trade preference, Acrisure Stadium; ex-Steelers move through coaching ranks
Thursday’s “First Call” takes a closer look at the trade rumors connecting Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Specifics surrounding Cam Heyward’s surgery are revealed. Some former Steelers are popping up on various coaching staffs. The Penguins look to shake their out of their losing funk against another struggling NHL...
U mad, bro?: Readers get ‘biblical’ as they sound off about Steelers’ QBs, Russell Wilson, Mike Tomlin, Bill Cowher
This week’s “U mad, bro?” features angst over the Steelers’ quarterback situation, the Bible, ‘80s pop songs, and Bill Cowher’s playoff record. Obviously, I listed those things in order of general overall importance. Those topics may come off a little disjointed and scattered. Just know that the connecting thread is...
Former QB coach Mike Sullivan remains on Steelers’ staff as senior offensive assistant
After spending the past three seasons as the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach, Mike Sullivan has transitioned into a role as senior offensive assistant. Sullivan’s new title is listed on the Steelers official website. Sullivan remained with the organization and agreed to a new role when the Steelers hired former Los...
First Call: Former Steelers rival says Russell Wilson will come to Pittsburgh; Big Ben’s Mike Tomlin-Bill Cowher comparison
A former rival of the Pittsburgh Steelers sure sounds like he is pushing Russell Wilson toward Pittsburgh. Ben Roethlisberger draws an interesting comparison between Mike Tomlin and Bill Cowher. We check in on some legal issues surrounding a budding Baltimore Ravens star. Plus, we bid a fond farewell to an...
Tim Benz: Steelers’ QB situation gets national media to wonder if the franchise ‘has become unserious’
For a change, it’s not just the local media and fans in Pittsburgh willing to be critical of the Steelers. As a collective, the national media has far too often lashed back and mocked local frustrations over the Steelers. Now, some in those positions are lending a critique of the...
Tim Benz: Penguins and Islanders facing similar circumstances in multiple ways
There is one thing the Pittsburgh Penguins did right against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday night. At least they scored first. It took a while. But Sidney Crosby was able to tally a power-play goal with a little more than a minute remaining in the first period to make...
First Call: Cameron Heyward has surgery; Antonio Brown rips Steelers’ WR coach hire
For “First Call” on Tuesday, we check in on Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward after his surgery. We look at some off-the-radar Steelers draft prospects. Antonio Brown is mad about a Steelers coaching hire. And we scout Tuesday’s Duquesne basketball game. How is Heyward? Steelers defensive captain Cameron Heyward...
First Call: Source claims some Steelers don’t want ‘preferred chance’ for Kenny Pickett; Jaromir Jagr’s one-liner wins crowd
In Monday’s “First Call,” we add a little texture to the reports of “internal division” within the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding their quarterback situation. Jaromir Jagr’s sense of humor was on display during his jersey retirement speech. The Penguins’ next opponent let one get away in a high-profile game on Sunday....
Madden Monday: Penguins’ loss ‘signs Jake Guentzel’s exit papers,’ Diontae Johnson’s ‘future is in doubt’ with Steelers
For the Pittsburgh Penguins, their Jaromir Jagr jersey retirement ceremony on Sunday was an unmitigated, fun-filled success. Until roughly the second intermission of the game itself. By then, you could tell that the Penguins were just trying to nurse a 1-0 lead against the Los Angeles Kings. Their putrid power...
Steelers beat the clock, submit bid to host NFL Draft in 2026 or 2027
The Pittsburgh Steelers made it official Friday when they submitted their formal application to host the NFL Draft in the 2026 or 2027 season. Bids had to be submitted by Friday, and the Steelers made their announcement on social media with a brief video. Tagged in the post on X,...
First Call: Patrick Peterson discusses future in Pittsburgh; new Washington coaching staff features former Steelers
Friday’s “First Call” has some coaching news involving former Pittsburgh Steelers. We discuss Patrick Peterson’s future with the team. And we look at the Penguins’ next opponent. Heading west Former Steelers wide receivers coach Frisman Jackson has a new job. It’s with the Seattle Seahawks. The Hawks are hiring Jackson...
U mad, bro?: Lots of reader Valentines about Steelers, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Arthur Smith
As I was putting “U mad, bro?” together on Valentine’s Day, I sure could feel the love from my readers. Near as I can tell, you think I’m too hard on the Steelers and too judgmental about the Arthur Smith hire, I pick on Tom Brady too much and I...
First Call: Kirk Cousins’ camp keeping an eye on Steelers’ QB situation; Ryan Clark’s future at ESPN unclear
A big-name free-agent quarterback may have an interest in playing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. J.J. Watt is blowing off some derogatory comments about his brother from Micah Parsons. Ryan Clark’s status at ESPN is uncertain. The Penguins are about to play a team that’s in even worse shape than they...
First Call: Familiar landing spot for Mitch Trubisky? Ex-Steelers coach takes ACC job; more Penguins trade speculation
Wednesday’s “First Call” has a potential destination for ex-Steeler Mitch Trubisky. There is more talk of Mason Rudolph jumping ship. A former Steelers player is staying in Kansas City. A former Steelers coach is heading to the ACC. And add a current Penguin to the trade speculation engulfing Jake Guentzel....
Tim Benz: When it came to Mitch Trubisky’s thud, Steelers (and many fans) refused to see it coming
The Mitch Trubisky signing will go down as one big swing and a miss for the Pittsburgh Steelers. An air ball. A shanked drive. A gutter ball. A foot fault. Whatever negative sports mixed metaphor that you prefer. Fortunately, the financial ramifications aren’t all that vast. While I’m sure Art...
Mark Madden: Pirates, Steelers would be smart to sign Trevor Bauer, Matt Araiza
The Pittsburgh Pirates should sign pitcher Trevor Bauer. The Steelers should sign punter Matt Araiza. Wrongs would be righted. Both teams would be helped. We rush to crucify when malicious deeds are said to have occurred. But we drag our feet when it comes to vindicating the falsely accused. Bauer...
Tim Benz: How Patrick Mahomes can catch Tom Brady, and the only way the Steelers can ever catch Mahomes
In the wake of Patrick Mahomes winning his third Super Bowl trophy and third Super Bowl MVP with the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night, much of Pittsburgh’s sports talk radio scene Monday was reduced to three off-ramps from that main talking point. • Will Mahomes wind up better than...
