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Airing of Grievances: Ravens exploit Russell Wilson’s mistakes, overmatched defense in sound defeat of SteelersVideo
So much for the concept that the Pittsburgh Steelers’ recent dominance over the Baltimore Ravens had diminished this great AFC North rivalry. So much for the idea that the Ravens had developed “little brother” syndrome when seeing black and gold on the other side of the field. If that was...
Steelers blow chance to clinch AFC North — but still control fate in division race
BALTIMORE — The Pittsburgh Steelers could have taken the easy route to their first division title since 2020. Instead, they likely have more work to do. Saturday’s 34-17 defeat to the Ravens kept Baltimore alive to defend as AFC North champion and moved it into a tie with the Steelers...
Joey Porter Jr., Ben Skowronek leave Steelers loss to Ravens because of injury
BALTIMORE — Pittsburgh Steelers starting cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and depth wide receiver Ben Skowronek could not finish Saturday’s loss at the Baltimore Ravens because of injuries suffered during the first quarter. Porter and Skowronek each briefly returned to the game in the second half but again left. Porter had...
Derrick Henry, Ravens run all over Steelers in rare rivalry blowout to tie for AFC North lead
BALTIMORE — The Pittsburgh Steelers came here with a chance to clinch the AFC North championship but failed to heed the whistle of a warning from one of the Charm City’s most memorable TV characters. You come at the king, you best not miss. A depleted defense couldn’t stop the...
Steelers without 4 starters vs. Ravens, including CB Donte Jackson
BALTIMORE — The Pittsburgh Steelers have a chance to clinch the AFC North Division title with a win over the Baltimore Ravens but will have to do so without four starters. Wide receiver George Pickens (hamstring), strong safety DeShon Elliott (hamstring), cornerback Donte Jackson (back) and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi...
If it’s late in season, Steelers must be in Baltimore and stakes must be high
There was no explicit purpose by Montravius Adams to be wearing an Auburn hat and shirt Thursday. He’s just a proud alumnus of ol’ War Eagle. But it was quite fitting, in at least one way, that the veteran defensive tackle was wrapping up a Pittsburgh Steelers practice week in...
Steelers 4 Downs: Struggles with deep balls help explain inexplicable Lamar Jackson struggles vs. Steelers
1. Lamar’s losses Two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens has struggled against his team’s biggest rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is 1-4 as a starter against them, and his 66.7 career passer rating vs. the Steelers is by far his worst against any team and pales in...
Mark Madden: Steelers need to show more toughness or risk familiar finish
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ season might wind up packing no surprises. The Steelers built a good record by beating mostly bad teams as the first half of their schedule dictated. An unthinkable loss made its semi-regular appearance Nov. 21 at Cleveland. (The Browns were 2-8 going into the game.) Now the...
Football Footnotes: AFC playoff picture could shift dramatically before Sunday’s games even start
The AFC playoff picture is going to come into sharp focus after Week 16 is done. For the most part, that’ll happen before Sunday’s games even start. The AFC West wild card showdown between the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers already took place on Thursday night. The Steelers-Ravens and...
First Call: Ravens TE praises fans for keeping Terrible Towels in Pittsburgh; Baltimore injuries to watch
Friday’s “First Call” examines the Ravens injury report as the Steelers get ready to visit them Saturday in Baltimore. One of the Ravens is reminding the franchise’s fans how important it is to avoid selling their tickets to folks from Pittsburgh. The Penguins head into Christmas break against some divisional...
Scouting the Ravens: Steelers have had the upper hand recently in series
SCOUTING THE RAVENS Last meeting Steelers beat Ravens, 18-16, on Nov. 17, in Pittsburgh. Key matchup Any Steelers pass-catcher vs. Ravens defense When these teams met last month, skill players not named George Pickens combined for 116 receiving yards on 20 targets. In the Steelers’ most recent game — when...
Steelers notes: Compressed schedule forces team to adjust
Early Thursday afternoon, Alex Highsmith made an observation. “Today,” he said, “feels like a Friday.” He isn’t the only player or staff member of the Pittsburgh Steelers who has become a little confused. As it relates to the typical weekly cadence at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, this week’s Tuesday was...
‘Super important’ to Steelers, All-Pro OLB T.J. Watt gets green light to play against Ravens
The Pittsburgh Steelers were bracing for the potential of playing the Baltimore Ravens without All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt, who has served as the most disruptive force in their AFC North rivalry. Now they can breathe a sigh of relief and leave the worrying to the Ravens. The absence of...
Steelers All-Pro OLB T.J. Watt expected to play against Ravens; WR George Pickens ruled out
The Pittsburgh Steelers got positive news on the injury front about All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt, but that was balanced by negative news regarding wide receiver George Pickens. Watt, who injured his left ankle in the fourth quarter Sunday in the 27-14 loss at the Philadelphia Eagles, was a full...
Tim Benz: The Steelers’ ‘old pickup truck’ run game needs to find a higher gear
To an extent, I get where Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is coming from when he defends some of the issues surrounding his offense’s rushing attack. Sometimes, you grow attached to your car or truck to an illogical degree. I had an old Jeep I really liked, and I...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans dislike media take on loss to Eagles, criticize Najee Harris and NFL officialsVideo
Based on some of the responses to my posts in the wake of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ loss in Philadelphia on Sunday, I’m hoping to get some of my readers a very specific present for Christmas. The gift of reading comprehension. I may also throw in a coupon for common sense...
First Call: J.J. Watt gives health update on T.J.; ‘TNF’ game could have big impact on SteelersVideo
Thursday’s “First Call” has a health update on Pittsburgh Steelers Pro Bowler T.J. Watt from a family source. We get word on the status of a few banged-up Baltimore Ravens too. We also get the rundown on how the “Thursday Night Football” game impacts whoever wins the AFC North. And...
In perhaps taking on a bigger role, in facing cousin Lamar Jackson of Ravens, Steelers’ James Pierre
Like many of us, James Pierre has warm memories of growing up hanging out and playing with his cousin. Not all of us have a cousin like Pierre does, though. A Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback, Pierre is a first cousin of star Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. “We spent a lot...
T.J. Watt returns to Steelers practice but George Pickens, others remain out
T.J. Watt returned to Pittsburgh Steelers practice Wednesday, but George Pickens and three other significant contributors were given a “did not practice” designation on the league-mandated status report. Watt joined Larry Ogunjobi as veteran starters on defense who were listed as “limited,” three days prior to an AFC North showdown...
Najee Harris takes blame for critical turnover, but Steelers defend dependable running back
Three days after he dropped a toss from Russell Wilson for a critical turnover against the Philadelphia Eagles, Najee Harris was stunned to find out that he wasn’t the one charged with a fumble. “I wasn’t?” Harris asked Wednesday, turning toward Steelers communications manager Michael Bertsch for confirmation. “That’s crazy.”...
Bad tackling day vs. Eagles was just a ‘one-off’ — but Steelers know they can’t repeat it
Everyone from the head coach to the best players on the unit acknowledges what was readily apparent to anyone who watched Sunday’s game. The Pittsburgh Steelers did not have their best tackling performance. Coordinator Teryl Austin, though, does not foresee it portending a trend. “I would think, based on the...
Steelers LB Patrick Queen unfazed by upcoming return to Baltimore
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen is unfazed about how he will be received by the fans in Baltimore on Saturday afternoon. If anything, he’s looking forward to it. “I’m probably going to get a lot of ‘F-You’s’ and boos and stuff,” Queen said. “At the end of the day, I...
First Call: Eagles DB says Kenny Pickett gave ‘tips’ to beat Steelers; Ravens confident for Steelers rematch
Wednesday’s “First Call” shows us that the Baltimore Ravens are confident about Saturday’s game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers, despite their recent woes in the rivalry. And we now know the officiating crew for that game too. The Eagles are saying former Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett helped their cause en route...
TV Q&A: Will the Netflix Steelers game air locally?Video
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen answers reader questions weekly at TribLive.com in a column that also appears in the Sunday Tribune-Review. Q: Will the Steelers Christmas game be available to fans without Netflix? — Ed, via email Rob: Yes! Netflix’s deal for carrying NFL games on Christmas Day...
T.J. Watt among 4 injured starters listed as non-participants in Steelers’ practice
Four Pittsburgh Steelers starters, including All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt, were listed as not practicing Tuesday in the team’s injury report. Watt (ankle) was joined by fellow starters in wide receiver George Pickens (hamstring), strong safety DeShon Elliott (hamstring) and cornerback Donte Jackson (back), as well as backup quarterback Justin...
