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Rookie Darnell Washington embraces blocking but vows to be weapon for Steelers, too
Clearing up a possible misconception first, Darnell Washington let it be known that his vehicle’s registration makes no reference to the blurred lines regarding his potential NFL positional flexibility. His license plate does not, as coach Mike Tomlin had jokingly referenced, read, “Sixth Offensive Lineman.” But at 6-foot-7 and a...
Steelers notebook: Maverick Wolfley trying to carry on family tradition
Of the 33 players invited to try out at the Steelers’ rookie minicamp, perhaps none had more insight or awareness of the organization and its tradition than a 25-year-old tight end from West Florida. That would be Maverick Wolfley, nephew of former Steelers offensive lineman Craig Wolfley and grandson of...
Joey Porter Jr. takes the field for 1st time not as his father’s son but as a true Steeler
The walk from the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room to the outdoor practice fields at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex extends not much longer than maybe 40 yards. And while Joey Porter Jr. has been timed clearing that distance in 4.46 seconds, on Friday it took him considerably longer. “It took me...
Once judged the nation’s top QB recruit, Hunter Johnson seeks to catch on with Steelers
When Hunter Johnson committed to Clemson as ESPN’s top-ranked quarterback recruit in the country, Deshaun Watson was in the middle of consecutive seasons in which he was a Heisman Trophy finalist. The next QB to sign with Clemson – a year to the day later – was another Heisman finalist,...
Steelers sign 4 draft picks, including 3rd-round tight end Darnell Washington
With the team’s rookies in town for minicamp, the Pittsburgh Steelers are using the time to get some of their draft picks under contract. On Friday, the Steelers announced the signing of four players to four-year rookie contracts: Darnell Washing (third round), Nick Herbig (fourth), Cory Trice (seventh) and Spencer...
Steelers’ top draft pick Broderick Jones ‘ready to work’ at team’s rookie minicamp
When the Pittsburgh Steelers open the season Sept. 10 against San Francisco, the past two NFL Defensive Players of the Year will share the field at Acrisure Stadium. By then, Broderick Jones presumably will have tried to slow 2021 winner T.J. Watt countless times in practice. The question is, will...
Steelers open 2023 season at home against San Francisco, close it in Baltimore
For the first time in nine seasons, the Pittsburgh Steelers will open the regular season at home, and they will do so against one of the top teams from the NFC. The Steelers will kick off the 2023 season against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Sept. 10, at 1...
Steelers’ Najee Harris makes appearance in wrestling ring during promotional tour of MexicoVideo
When assistant general manager Andy Weidl last week said the Pittsburgh Steelers wanted to build a team that would “break the will” of opponents, he probably wasn’t thinking about turnbuckles, finishing moves or submission holds. But the Steelers’ star running back has made a foray into the world of professional...
Weekend rookie minicamp a chance at 1st impression for Steelers’ draft picks
In the immediate aftermath of what had to have been a satisfying first draft with him as general manager, Omar Khan’s first public thoughts two weeks ago were about how the Pittsburgh Steelers had gotten better with the addition of this rookie class. The second thought he expressed? “Can’t wait,”...
Former 5-star QB Hunter Johnson among reported tryouts at Steelers rookie minicamp
The Duck’s first Pittsburgh flight came at one. A Super Bowl hero’s NFL career began at one, too, as did one for a two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver. The seven draft picks will draw the headlines when the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie minicamp opens Friday, and for good reason. After all,...
Veteran DB Arthur Maulet requests and is granted release from Steelers
Veteran defensive back Arthur Maulet’s request to be released was granted by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Wednesday. A veteran of six NFL seasons, Maulet served mostly as a slot cornerback for the Steelers in 2021 and 2022. He was scheduled to make $1.79 million in salary this season, the second...
First Call: Steelers suggested as landing spot for veteran linebacker; Joey Porter discusses Pittsburgh drafting son
Wednesday’s “First Call” takes us inside Joey Porter’s emotions as the Pittsburgh Steelers waited to draft his son. A familiar name is linked to the Steelers in free agency. And the team is giving the once-over to another XFL standout. In baseball, a former Pirate is struggling with his new...
Andy Weidl said ‘It takes a village to do a draft.’ Will it also take a village for Steelers to raise Kenny Pickett?
When Andy Weidl spoke to the Pittsburgh media last week, it was just the second time he had formally done so since becoming the Steelers assistant general manager a year ago. It happened once in training camp, about two months after he was hired. The second time was last Friday...
First Call: Ben Roethlisberger asks Bill Cowher about ’04 draft; over-under odds for local college football teams
Tuesday’s “First Call” has quite a personal conversation about Pittsburgh Steelers history between Ben Roethlisberger and Bill Cowher. We have a positive report about one of the Steelers draft choices. The Brewers keep in line with the Pirates atop the NL Central. Duquesne is in the hunt for a big-conference...
Free agency, draft behind them, Steelers still have plenty of means to add to 2023 roster
There is no offseason in the NFL — the league’s marketing machine wouldn’t allow that to happen. For a sport in which most teams are playing the game meaningfully for roughly just 51 of the 8,760 hours available in each calendar year, just about anything can be turned into an...
Mark Madden: Steelers would be smart to pursue edge rusher Kyle Van Noy
If refreshing sports notes are wrong, you don’t want to be right! Something for everybody! • Pro Football Focus projects the Pittsburgh Steelers as a possible landing spot for free-agent veteran edge rusher Kyle Van Noy. Sounds like a good idea. Fourth-round draft pick Nick Herbig isn’t a known commodity....
First Call: Steelers get an ‘A’ offseason grade; Omar Khan deflects knowledge of Jets’ draft plans before trade
Pittsburgh Steelers management is still downplaying any prearranged knowledge of how pick No. 14 would work out upon completion of their draft-night trade with the New England Patriots. The Steelers are getting high marks for that deal as well as the rest of their offseason. The Pittsburgh Passion honors Franco...
Madden Monday: On Steelers’ offseason, ‘people act like they have solved all of their problems — they haven’t’
A lot of praise is being thrown at the feet of the Pittsburgh Steelers for their offseason. By most accounts, their haul of draft choices was quite good. General manager Omar Khan appeared to do a solid job during his first run through NFL free agency by beefing up all...
Mike Tomlin’s input helped front office identify draft prospects that fit Steelers’ image
Kevin Colbert’s departure as general manager led to an intermingling of new and old faces last summer at Pittsburgh Steelers’ headquarters. Residing on Omar Khan’s staff after he was named Colbert’s successor were familiar personnel in new roles, his included. It also featured newcomers to the front office in key...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: If the Steelers want a new stadium, they’ll get it
In 1997, 11 counties in Western Pennsylvania voted against new stadiums for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates being built via public funding. They were built anyway. Using public funding. The idea of a new stadium for the Steelers will be mooted sooner than you think. Three Rivers Stadium operated from...
Steelers’ draft class provides blueprint for what assistant GM Andy Weidl seeks in NFL players
Andy Weidl wants to help the Pittsburgh Steelers get back to their roots. Not just by winning a playoff game for the first time since 2016 or returning to the Super Bowl after a 12-year drought, but by doing it with a team ripped from prior generations. As evidenced by...
Bill Cowher talks leadership, Steelers draft, Pickett at Duquesne graduation as he receives honorary degreeVideo
Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach and Crafton native Bill Cowher has a life full of accomplishments. He coached the Steelers for 15 seasons, leading them to two Super Bowls and winning one. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Since retiring from the Steelers, he has successfully...
CBS Sports ranks Steelers’ Kenny Pickett as NFL’s 5th-worst starting QB
After a draft that’s gotten rave reviews, optimism abounds for the Pittsburgh Steelers headed into the 2023 season. What can turn the Steelers into true contenders, the general thinking goes, is if Kenny Pickett elevates his game in his second season. One opinion from a national source, though, isn’t so...
Ex-Steeler Antonio Brown claims he doesn’t own Albany Empire — and that he’s a ‘foreign national’
If you read the details surrounding former Pittsburgh Steeler Antonio Brown’s chaotic ownership of his National Arena League football team, buckle up. Because that news was just scratching the surface. Earlier this week, details emerged that Brown’s franchise, the Albany Empire, was in a state of unrest after coaching changes,...
First Call: JuJu Smith-Schuster explains when mutual interest with Bill Belichick began; an ex-Steeler OT not retiring yet
It’s an all-Steelers Friday “First Call” to wrap up the week. We start by getting new Patriots receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster’s take on when he thinks Bill Belichick started to notice him as a player. A former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman wants to make a comeback. We also see some unfortunate...
