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Acrisure CEO thinks ‘alignment’ with Steelers in naming rights deal is perfect fit for growing company
Greg Williams realizes the company he founded in 2005 might be unfamiliar to Pittsburgh residents in general and Steelers fans in particular. Until Monday, when Acrisure was named as the new naming rights recipient of the former Heinz Field, the company likely had little brand recognition outside its home base...
First Call: Roster spot opens on Steelers defensive line; Cameron Heyward announces lofty goals; Matt Murray traded
Tuesday’s “First Call” has some bold goals from Pittsburgh Steelers star Cameron Heyward. A spot is now open along the team’s defensive line. Former Penguin Matt Murray is on the move. And we look at the Major League Baseball Draft needs for the Pirates. Hole to fill The Steelers now...
Ben Roethlisberger sounds off on the Heinz Field name change
Social media disapproval poured in from all areas in the wake of Monday’s decision by the Pittsburgh Steelers to change the name of Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium. The most prominent person to tweet a figurative thumbs down was former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger — the most accomplished player to...
Steelers 2-a-days: James Pierre fell down CB depth chart, Kevin Rader rose up TE depth chart
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
How will the loss of stadium naming rights affect the Heinz legacy in Pittsburgh?
The decision by Kraft Heinz not to get into a bidding war with Acrisure for the naming rights to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ stadium could signal more than a change in signage on the North Shore, several business and marketing onlookers said Monday. “I think it’s kind of remarkable that it’s...
Never heard of Acrisure? Naming rights deal with Steelers stadium aims to change that
Why would a Michigan-based financial tech company with little connection to Pittsburgh want to secure naming rights to the city’s NFL stadium? It is an established model for expanding Acrisure’s growing footprint and helping make the company a household name — not just in the region but nationally, an industry...
Many Steelers fans underwhelmed by Heinz Field name change
The local fan reaction to Heinz Field’s name change to Acrisure Stadium isn’t exactly positive. It’s not going as badly as if the naming rights were acquired by Hunt’s Ketchup … but it’s close. WDVE-FM host Chad Tyson offered advice on pronunciation that a lot of Pittsburghers are probably going...
Mark Madden: From Evgeni Malkin to Heinz Field, fans’ priorities are out of whack
The priorities of Pittsburgh sports fans are way out of whack. A Twitter poll with more than 10,000 responding showed more than 30% voting would rather see Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin retire as Pittsburgh Penguins than have the team win another Stanley Cup. You always can pick...
Heinz Field no more: Steelers, Acrisure finalize deal for stadium naming rights
The Pittsburgh Steelers are trading in ketchup bottles for actuarial tables. Acrisure, a Michigan-based financial tech insurance brokerage, will replace Kraft Heinz as the naming rights holder for the team’s North Shore football stadium. The venue will change from Heinz Field, the facility’s name since 2001, to Acrisure Stadium, the...
Steelers’ T.J. Watt weds longtime girlfriend, soccer standout in Mexico ceremony
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt married longtime girlfriend and soccer star Dani Rhodes over the weekend in a private ceremony at a resort in Mexico, according to news and social media reports. Watt, 27, and Rhodes, 24, have been together since they were both students at the University of Wisconsin....
Steelers 2-a-days: 1st-round pick Kenny Pickett and rookie camp tryout Carlins Platel
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
First Call: New name for Heinz Field?; unique All-Star gift for Pirates’ David Bednar
Monday’s “First Call’ features a potential name change for Heinz Field. The Pittsburgh Pirates are catching a break as they head to Miami. Pirates closer David Bednar got a special gift for making the All-Star team. And ex-Penguin Matt Murray may be getting a new home. Hold the ketchup Is...
Steelers 2-a-days: George Pickens has all the skills, fellow rookie OL Chris Owens the versatility
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
TE Pat Freiermuth’s rookie season suggests ‘sky is the limit’ for Steelers
It took a half decade, but the Pittsburgh Steelers finally found themselves a worthy successor to Heath Miller. And if Pat Freiermuth could establish that much as a young 23-year-old in his rookie NFL season, what can the Steelers expect going forward? “He’s going to be one of the best...
Steelers 2-a-days: Chris Oladokun no ordinary QB4; Gunner Olszewski signed to return kicks
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
After historic Pitt career, Kenny Pickett named ACC Male Athlete of the Year
Kenny Pickett signed his Pittsburgh Steelers rookie contract more than two weeks ago, but one more honor from his remarkable Pitt career rolled in Friday. Pickett was named the 2022 ACC Male Athlete of the Year, the conference office announced. He is Pitt’s first ACC Athlete of the Year since...
Steelers 2-a-days: Where does Tre Norwood fit in secondary? Chuks Okorafor gets new contract
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
First Call: Pass rushing option for Steelers stays in Baltimore; Baker Mayfield’s physical; Logan Cooley’s linemates drafted
Friday’s “First Call” features a pass-rushing option that is now off the table for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Baker Mayfield’s trade to the Carolina Panthers clears a major hurdle. We recap Gerrit Cole’s latest start for the New York Yankees. And we have some NHL draft stuff, too. Not gonna happen...
Ex-Steelers front-office head Art Rooney Jr., coach Buddy Parker semifinalists for Hall of Fame
Over a 21-year tenure as Pittsburgh Steelers personnel director, Art Rooney Jr. presided over the acquisition of 10 Hall of Fame players. On Thursday, he took the first step toward joining them with a bust in Canton, Ohio. Rooney Jr. was announced Friday as a semifinalist for induction into the...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans already getting snippy about Kenny Pickett; Pirates fans already fretting about Oneil Cruz
In this week’s “U mad, bro?” Pittsburgh Steelers fans are already ginning up angst over Kenny Pickett. Pirates fans are already over Oneil Cruz. And Penguins fans are done with Brian Dumoulin. Then there’s one guy who thinks I’m the angriest one of the bunch. Based on some of those...
First Call: Steelers’ Cam Heyward unhappy with ESPN poll; interesting odds after Baker Mayfield trade; Pirates trade chip emerges
In Thursday’s “First Call,” Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward is feeling a bit slighted by an ESPN poll. We’ve got a follow-up on a potential free agent acquisition for the Steelers. One Pirate is getting attention on the Major League Baseball trade market. And we check on the adjusted...
Steelers 2-a-days: Larry Ogunjobi a high-reward signing; Cameron Nizialek insurance at punter
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
Steelers 2-a-days: Faith shown in Dan Moore Jr., T.D. Moultry a rookie to keep an eye on
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
In 4th season with Steelers, Pine-Richland alum Kevin Rader works way into role
Because of where he grew up, Kevin Rader knows his way around Pittsburgh better than most of his Steelers teammates. Because of how long he has stuck in the organization, few on the team know their way around UPMC Rooney Sports Complex better than Rader, either. A Pine-Richland alumnus, the...
Steelers 2-a-days: Can Anthony Miller win slot WR job? Can Henry Mondeaux on DL?
Editor’s note: From now until the first practice of training camp at Saint Vincent College, the Trib will be running through the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 90-man roster, assessing each player’s outlook for the 2022 season. The breakdown will go through the roster in mostly-alphabetical order, two per day, between June 11...
