At LB, it’s hype vs. drama
(A series looking at the top players at various positions leading up to the 2013 NFL Draft, set for April 25-27.)There is a difference between hype and drama, and when it comes to teams’ decisions …… Source: Pittsburgh Steelers : News
Sweed injured at minicamp
According to reports Limas Sweed was injured during minicamp practice. Initial reports indicate that Sweed injured his Achilles tendon. An examination is scheduled but if Sweed tore his Achilles tendon then he is facing a 12 month rehab process. This will also be Sweed’s last chance as a Steeler. Sweed is an athletic WR with…
Essex the latest to step up
The Steelers injury outlook is looking brighter, with Maurkice Pouncey, Ben Roethlisberger, LaMarr Woodley and Emmanuel Sanders having a “shot” at playing this week.But if any of those guys aren’t … Source: Pittsburgh Steelers : News Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum Shop Pittsburgh Steelers Gear
Irsay laterals decision
According to Colts owner Jim Irsay, Peyton Manning will decide whether he plays another game for Indianapolis. Source: post-gazette.com – Steelers/NFL
Steelers Select Georgia LB Jones With 17th Draft Pick
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected University of Georgia outside linebacker Jarvis Jones with the 17th overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday.
Steelers tight end Weslye Saunders says Mike Wallace has new deal
Coach Mike Tomlin may not be the only Steelers employee to get a new contract on Tuesday. He also may not be the only Steelers employee named “Mike” to get a new contract on Tuesday. Tight end Weslye Saunders has congratulated receiver Mike Wallace on a new contract via a Twitter message. Saunders later tried…
Tomlin Wins in a Landslide the Title of “Coach Most NFL Players Would Like to Play For”
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin may still make some mistakes (see Sunday’s fake field goal), but that didn’t stop 103 NFL players from voting him as the coach most players would like to play for. Sporting News’ network of NFL correspondents asked 103 players from 27 teams the subject, and Tomlin crushed everyone else in a…
Talkin’ Steelers Football – 11/5
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Steelers seeking stability on defensive front
Anchored on the front line by NT Casey Hampton and bookend DEs Kimo Von Oelhoffen and Aaron Smith the dominant 2005 Pittsburgh Steelers defense allowed a stingy 3.4 yards per carry. Von Oelhoffen left for Gang Green pastures following the Superbowl season and was replaced by incumbent DE Brett Keisel. The Steelers played .500 football…