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Jim Reineking of NFL.com posted a photo essay on Wednesday of his top 20 free-agent signings in NFL history. I was a little hesitant to even flip through it for fear that he would not include Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Farrior in his list. Surprisingly, he did. Reineking ranked Farrior 14th overall, which is more…
In 2002 the New York Jets decided to let James Farrior walk in free agency. Farrior was drafted by the Jets in the first round of the 1997 draft, but was considered a just after five seasons with the team. The Steelers rarely go after free agents unless the player and price is right. They…
Getty Images It appears as though long time Pittsburgh Steeler James Farrior will announce his retirement shortly, according to his agent, Ralph Cindrich. Farrior was cut by the Steelers earlier this year after a decade of being their defensive captain, and while he hasn’t fully decided yet to retire, he has been in talks with…
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** The Steelers spent the early part of this offseason clearing some veteran players off the roster. Wide receiver Hines Ward, defensive end Aaron Smith and defensive lineman Chris Hoke have all decided to retire after being cut loose. And, although he said he…
Earlier in the offseason many fans were outraged by the way the Pittsburgh Steelers handled some of their veterans when they parted ways with stalwarts Aaron Smith, Hines Ward and James Farrior to open salary cap space. Many wanted to see the Steelers celebrate their careers, since all three-helped lead the team to two Super…
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** Ralph Cindrich, the agent of former Steelers LB James Farrior, said his free agent client is in discussion right now with the Pittsburgh Steelers about retirement. Cindrich said this on FM 93.7 The Fan radio in Pittsburgh Friday afternoon. Farrior, a free agent,…
Leadership was taken into account before the Steelers cut captains James Farrior and Hines Ward, as well as Aaron Smith. Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
*** Discuss this article and more at our Pittsburgh Steelers forum *** The Steelers made it official yesterday releasing James Farrior, Hines Ward, Aaron Smith and Chris Kemoeatu. The four veterans are free to go and negotiate with other teams. Chris Kemoeatu has already started. His agent has been in contact with three teams. Aaron Smith…
During Thursday’s PFT Live, which included the 2012 Steelers “to-do” list (the whole show is available in the box in the right rail), I suggested that the Steelers continue their youth movement, continuing with linebacker James Farrior. Farrior’s agent believes that’s precisely what will happen. “It’s not a done deal, but the percentages just aren’t……
The Steelers have officially released the four veterans they announced last week would be cut and all four are free immediately to negotiate with other NFL teams and sign with them. Source: post-gazette.com – Steelers/NFL Get your Steelers Fathead!