Ward: ‘I Want To Be Here, I Want To Play’
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** The back-and-forth in the Hines Ward Saga stepped up quickly after a report yesterday suggesting Hines Ward will be released. This time, it’s Ward denying any knowledge of the alleged imminent release, as well as the team’s denial of such a stance, as…
Steelers Deny They Have Decided Any Fate on WR Ward
The plot appears to be be thickening between the rumors that the Steelers have or are on the verge of dumping veteran wide out Hines Ward. Jason LaCanfora of NFL Network stated yesterday that the Steelers have decided to dump Ward, who is the all-time leading Steeler in terms of yards for a WR as…
Pittsburgh “power struggle” puts even more pressure on Haley
Steelers fans don’t like it when media members not headquartered in Pittsburgh point out the inherent awkwardness surrounding the clumsy, short-lived “retirement” of offensive coordinator Bruce Arians and the somewhat surprising hiring of new offensive coordinator Todd Haley. It’ll be interesting to see how they respond to Joe Starkey’s take from Sunday’s Pittsburgh Tribune-Review regarding……
Starkey: Steelers’ power struggle fascinates
The Steelers’ clumsy coordinator shuffle clearly was aimed at making one man a lot less comfortable. That is what makes this drama so compelling. Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Need Steelers Tickets? Fulfill your ticket needs at Ticket Network or try our Steelers eBay Ticket Page.
Ward goes on offensive in bid to remain a Steeler
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** "I don’t normally like to respond to rumors, but as I’ve said all along, I want to finish my career with the Pittsburgh Steelers," Ward wrote on his Facebook page yesterday. "And as I’ve already told the organization, I am willing to work…
Taylor restructures contract, gives Steelers more cap room
The Steelers got more salary-cap relief when cornerback Ike Taylor agreed to restructure the contract he signed before the 2011 season. Source: post-gazette.com – Steelers/NFL
Ward Not Expected to Return for the Steelers
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** Hines Ward has been saying from day one that he wants to retire as a member of the Steelers. It’s sounding more and more like he’s not going to get the chance. The record setting wide out for the Steelers, and Super Bowl…
Brett Keisel’s Shear The Beard 2012
Defensive End Brett Keisel teamed up with Children’s Hospital to raise money for cancer research while Steelers players and coaches all took part in shaving Keisel’s now infamous beard. Source: Pittsburgh Steelers : Videos Get your Steelers Fathead!
Decision on Ward not required by March 1
On Friday, Jason La Canfora reported that the Steelers won’t be keeping receiver Hines Ward. On Saturday, Ward said he won’t be retiring. Thereafter, ESPN.com claimed that a clause in Ward’s contract requires a decision to be made by March 1. A source with knowledge of the contract tells PFT that’s simply not true. The……