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The Steelers made splashy moves in free agency. Don't bet on a return to normalcy in the NFL draft
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There used to be a time — say the vast majority of the franchise's first 92 seasons — when the Pittsburgh Steelers would rely almost exclusively on the NFL draft to address whatever holes they might have on the roster. Those days appear to be over. ...
Arizona State hires former Steelers star Hines Ward as receivers coach
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State has hired former Pittsburgh Steelers star Hines Ward as wide receivers coach. “I am truly honored to join Arizona State University football as wide receivers coach,” Ward said in a statement on Sunday. “It's an incredible opportunity to share...
Struggling Pirates closer Bednar is getting booed in his hometown. His teammates aren't having it
PITTSBURGH (AP) — David Bednar's first three seasons in Pittsburgh largely have been charmed ones as the hometown kid developed into a two-time All-Star closer for a team convinced it's on the rise. And while the Pirates may be on their way to contention, Bednar is faltering. The...
Steelers sign RB/KR Cordarrelle Patterson, DT Dean Lowry, WR Quez Watkins and QB Kyle Allen
PITTSBURHG (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers signed a quartet of free agents on Monday to give the team needed depth along the defensive line and at several offensive skill positions. The Steelers signed veteran defensive tackle Dean Lowry to a two-year deal. Lowry has spent seven of...
Former Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton turns himself in after weeks of evading law enforcement
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Cameron Sutton has turned himself in, ending a weekslong search for the former NFL defensive back who was wanted on a domestic violence warrant. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced the 29-year-old Sutton arrived at a jail in Tampa, Florida, on...
Steelers bolster return game by signing Cordarrelle Patterson to a 2-year deal, AP source says
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing veteran running back/kickoff return specialist Cordarrelle Patterson to a two-year deal. The contract carries a total value of $6 million a source with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press. The person spoke to...
Steelers' Mike Tomlin says Russell Wilson has 'pole position' for starting QB job
ORLANDO, Fla. — (AP) — Russell Wilson’s resume and experience give him the edge over Justin Fields. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Monday that Wilson is considered Pittsburgh’s starting quarterback but Fields will get a chance to compete. “We’re not...
NFL owners unanimously approve a rule that bans the hip-drop tackle
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The NFL is eliminating the hip-drop tackle. NFL team owners on Monday unanimously approved a rule that bans players from using a swivel technique to tackle an opponent. A violation will result in a 15-yard penalty and could ultimately result in...
Caleb Williams holds pro day workout in front of prominent Chicago Bears contingent
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The first person Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams greeted when he stepped onto the field for his pro day Wednesday was wide receiver Keenan Allen, newly acquired by the Chicago Bears. Allen wasn’t the only Bears representative in attendance, with...
Analysis: Despite low trade value, Justin Fields still has potential to be a special player
On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. For more On Football analysis, head here. ___ Justin Fields went from being considered a franchise quarterback to disregarded by the Chicago Bears in just three seasons. It’s quite a...
