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Chance to win enticed inside linebacker Myles Jack to sign with Steelers in free agency
Mike Tomlin didn’t have to say much to convince free-agent linebacker Myles Jack to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. “The first thing he said was we’re trying to win a championship, and we need that on defense,” Jack said Thursday after signing his two-year, $16 million contract. “Once he said...
Playing for Steelers is ‘definitely where I wanted to be,’ says Mitch Trubisky
It was barely an hour into the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday when the Pittsburgh Steelers, notorious bystanders early in free agency, made a headline-grabbing move. They signed quarterback Mitch Trubisky to a two-year contract to compete for the starting job vacated by Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement. Trubisky had a chance...
Steelers release ILB Joe Schobert after 1 season with organization
A day after agreeing to a two-year, $16 million contract with free agent inside linebacker Myles Jack, the Pittsburgh Steelers made the anticipated move of releasing one of last year’s starters, Joe Schobert. Schobert had his contract terminated Thursday, bringing the Steelers a $7.834 million savings off the salary cap....
First Call: Mike Tomlin praises specific Steelers draft prospect; advice for JuJu; Jaromir Jagr’s video for Alex Ovechkin
In Thursday’s “First Call,” it’s clear that Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has eyes for at least one Georgia Bulldog in the draft. Josh Allen is giving an emphatic thumbs up to Mitch Trubisky. JuJu Smith-Schuster is getting some advice about how to angle his free agency. Jaromir Jagr congratulates...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans lob barbs back and forth over the Mitch Trubisky signing — and my opinions on it
I know, Steelers fans. You now love Mitch Trubisky. The very thought of him replacing Ben Roethlisberger would’ve turned your stomach two years ago. But it’s easy to pretend you never thought that way now. In fact, let’s just say it. Getting Trubisky will work out better for the Pittsburgh...
Steelers add another top free agent, agree to terms with LB Myles Jack
The Pittsburgh Steelers saved $5 million Wednesday by releasing right tackle Zach Banner, and then they used that savings to sign one of the top inside linebackers on the free agent market. Myles Jack, a six-year veteran released by Jacksonville a day earlier, agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract,...
Tale of the tape: Steelers QBs Mitch Trubisky vs. Mason Rudolph
With Mitch Trubisky’s signing soon to become official, a breakdown of the quarterbacks who sit Nos. 1-2 on the Pittsburgh Steelers depth chart: Size Rudolph: 6-5, 235, 9 1/8-inch hands Trubisky: 6-2, 220, 9 ½-inch hands Age/bio Rudolph: 27 in July, Third-round pick in 2018 draft, 2nd-team All America at...
Steelers release RT Zach Banner; QB Dwayne Haskins signs contract tender
On the first day free agency officially opened in the NFL, the Pittsburgh Steelers announced quarterback Dwayne Haskins signed his $2.54 million restricted free agent tender. Moves that were agreed upon in the two-day legal tampering period can become official after 4 p.m. The Steelers also terminated the contract of...
Mark Madden: Mitch Trubisky was sensible option for ‘rebuilding’ Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers never use the term “rebuilding.” But they are rebuilding and probably hope you don’t notice. Heck, perhaps they don’t even realize. The six primary components of their offensive line are 25, 25, 24, 24, 23 and 23. Their new quarterback is 27, hardly old for that position....
Tim Benz: If NFL teams have concerns over public relations fallout from acquiring Deshaun Watson, they aren’t showing any
The Steelers surfaced as a rumored trade destination for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson last week. A frequent and immediate response from many who cover the team or root for it was that the franchise couldn’t make such a deal “because it would be a public relations nightmare.” The Steelers...
First Call: Eagles may be out on Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster; Browns may be out on Baker Mayfield; tough night in the Metro
In “First Call” for Wednesday, Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is still looking for work. And he may not find it anywhere else in the state of Pennsylvania. Baker Mayfield is acting like a quarterback who knows he may be traded, even if the Cleveland Browns don’t get Deshaun Watson....
Former Steelers, Bears QB says Mitch Trubisky was ‘being vilified as the problem maker’ in Chicago
Former Steeler Jim Miller knows about quarterbacking in both Pittsburgh and Chicago. He knows what a cluttered QB room is like, having been in that situation with Neil O’Donnell, Kordell Stewart and Mike Tomczak. And he knows the game of new Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky pretty well, too. Miller is...
Steelers receive 4th-round compensatory pick in next month’s draft
The Pittsburgh Steelers were given an extra draft pick Tuesday when the NFL announced its list of compensatory picks distributed to teams based off each team’s defections and signings during 2021 unrestricted free agency. The Steelers were given the first of six picks doled out at the end of the...
Steelers reportedly sign former Bills CB Levi Wallace
The Pittsburgh Steelers began the process of what could be a re-make of their secondary, reportedly agreeing to a two-year contract with free-agent cornerback Levi Wallace on Tuesday. Wallace has started for the Buffalo Bills the past 3 ½ seasons dating to the midway point of his rookie year when...
Penguins to honor retired Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger before March 29 game
The first local professional sports franchise to formally honor the retired Ben Roethlisberger with a pregame ceremony won’t be the Pittsburgh Steelers. Instead, it will involve a puck. The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Tuesday that Roethlisberger will take part in a ceremonial puck drop and be the subject of recognition prior...
Steelers name Isaac Williams assistant offensive line coach
Amidst a flurry of player moves at the position, the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday also announced a new assistant coach for their offensive line room Isaac Williams was hired to serve behind new offensive line coach Pat Meyer, who joined the Steelers last month. Williams has not previously worked in...
Steelers bolster offensive line by signing former Bears G/C James Daniels
Over the first 24 hours of the legal tampering period of NFL free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers came to agreements with three potential starting offensive linemen. The third came Tuesday when former Chicago Bears interior lineman James Daniels agreed to terms on a three-year deal with the Steelers, according to...
Steelers re-sign defensive tackle Montravius Adams
The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed another one of their own on the second day of “legalized tampering” for 2022 free agency, agreeing to terms with defensive tackle Montravius Adams on a two-year deal Tuesday. Agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed the value of the contract was $5 million. Adams didn’t join the Steelers...
First Call: Andrew McCutchen heading back to Pirates’ division; ex-Steeler Le’Veon Bell says Antonio Brown ‘misunderstood’
Tuesday’s “First Call” tells us where former Pirates star Andrew McCutchen will play baseball next season. Le’Veon Bell still has fond things to say about Mike Tomlin and Antonio Brown. The Bengals have bolstered their offensive line. And James Conner appears to have found a long-term home. Familiar surroundings Andrew...
Tim Benz: Remember recent history when it comes to the Steelers signing Mitch Trubisky
Here’s a little historical reference before dissecting the Steelers’ decision to sign quarterback Mitch Trubisky. On March 4, 2021, the Steelers reworked Ben Roethlisberger’s contract for one final season in the fall. On March 18, Trubisky signed a contract to be the Buffalo Bills backup quarterback after getting no offers...
Steelers add former Cardinals, Vikings center/guard Mason Cole in free agency
In their second free-agent signing on the first day of the NFL’s legal tampering period, the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to terms Monday with center/guard Mason Cole. ESPN reported Cole will sign a three-year contract when the new NFL calendar season begins Wednesday. His signing comes on the same day the...
Steelers keeping tackle Chuks Okorafor
On the day free agents were first permitted to negotiate with other teams, the Pittsburgh Steelers kept one of their own, agreeing with offensive tackle Chuks Okorafor. The Steelers confirmed the signing, which ESPN reports is worth $29.25 million over three years. A third-round pick in 2018, Okorafor started at...
Guy Junker’s broadcasting career coming to close after 44 years
Now that he has announced plans to retire after a 44-year career as a sports broadcaster on radio and TV, Guy Junker sat down Monday and contemplated all of his jobs. At age 13, he was a newspaper delivery boy and a pin setter before bowling alleys were modernized. He...
Cardinals bring back Pro Bowl RB James Conner on 3-year deal
TEMPE, Ariz. — The Arizona Cardinals are bringing back James Conner on a three-year deal, rewarding the running back for a stellar 2021 season that included a franchise-record 18 total touchdowns. The former Steelers draft pick was a huge part of the Cardinals’ offense last season with 752 yards rushing...
Steelers to sign free-agent QB Mitchell Trubisky to 2-year contract
Not wasting any time diving into the free-agent market, the Pittsburgh Steelers are signing quarterback Mitchell Trubisky to a two-year contract. ESPN first reported the signing, which cannot become official until the new NFL calendar year begins Wednesday. The Steelers made the move about an hour into the 48-hour “legal...
