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Mike Tomlin says “the standard is the standard,” and in this video, Hall of Fame Head Coach Bill Cowher explains why this year’s Pittsburgh Steelers can uphold the team’s standard of winning. It’s a group that reminds him of his own Steelers teams from the 90’s—a very good defensive football team that has a running […]
Diontae Johnson Earns Contract Extension
After seeing five fellow wide receivers drafted after the first round of the 2019 NFL draft get contract extensions, Diontae Johnson finally has his own, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported. Steelers and Diontae Johnson reached agreement on a two-year deal that averages $18.355 million per year, per @ByKimberleyA and me. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 4, […]
Bill Cowher: Who Can Take Command in the Pittsburgh Huddle?
For the first time in 17 years, there is an open quarterback competition within the Pittsburgh Steelers organization. Someone has to take command inside the Pittsburgh huddle this season—it’s that simple: Who is the leader? The Steelers offense evolved from when I started there, thanks in large part to quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Now, offensive coordinator […]
These 2021 Playoff Teams Could Miss This Year’s Playoffs
In 2021, there were a number of teams who made the playoffs after missing them in 2020, most notably the Bengals, who came just short of raising their first Lombardi Trophy. With the ever-changing landscape of the NFL, it is extremely difficult for the playoff picture to look the exact same every year. Some teams […]
2022 NFL Training Camp News, Notes and Live Updates
DJ Chark Makes an impression A former 1000-yard receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars, DJ Chark signed a one year deal with the Detroit Lions this offseason. The early returns in camp seem to be solid. Chark had Lions fans charged up after a spectacular catch he made in practice. The throw—from Lions QB Jared […]
Which NFL Teams Have the Greatest Legacy at Each Offensive Position?
When thinking about the NFL teams with the greatest legacy at each offensive position, does the Rams’ timeline of continuous stars at running back from Dickerson, to Bettis, to Faulk, to Jackson, to Gurley come to mind? Which teams have the greatest legacy for quarterbacks? Some younger fans reading this haven’t been alive during a […]
Is Kenny Pickett a Starting QB?
Greg Cosell— Executive Producer & Analyst for NFL Matchup on ESPN— is joined by veteran NFL Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer and former NFL Quarterback Hugh Millen to discuss Kenny Pickett’s potential as an NFL starter. Cosell’s Breakdown Breaking down the tape, Cosell shares why he believes the Pittsburgh QB has what it takes to […]
Grading Every Pittsburgh Steelers Position Group Going into 2022
The Steelers enter the season coming off of a 9-7 record in 2021 and saw their season end in the Wildcard Round against the Kansas City Chiefs. With renewed hopes for a deeper playoff run this season in mind, we’ve decided to grade every Steelers’ position group. The team has a talented front seven headlined […]
How the Minkah Fitzpatrick Extension Affects the Safety Market
Late Wednesday morning the Pittsburgh Steelers and star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick agreed on a 4-year extension worth $73.6 million, including $36 million guaranteed. This deal makes Fitzpatrick the highest paid safety in NFL history. Fitzpatrick was drafted 11th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins but was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers […]
One Burning Question for Every NFL Team
As teams across the NFL’s open minicamp and ramp up preparations for the new season, the league’s head coaches will each face persistent questions about the pressing issues on their respective rosters. No team in the NFL is without its flaws or holes and every team will have roster or contract problems to resolve as […]