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Baldwin may make NFL debut this Sunday

Only two receivers were selected in the draft ahead of Jonathan Baldwin this summer. Those two receivers—AJ Green and Julio Jones—have combined for 43 receptions, 654 yards and two touchdowns over the first four weeks of the season. Baldwin has … Continue reading

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McCoy on verge of contract extension with the Eagles

LeSean McCoy was Pitt’s brightest running back star since Tony Dorsett. Quite an accomplishment when considering that NFL Pro Bowl backs like Craig ‘Ironhead’ Heyward and Curtis Martin filled the gap in between them. Of course, Shady is having a … Continue reading

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Chiefs Baldwin injures hand in locker room fight

Jon Baldwin always had a reputation as a lazy player when he played at Pitt. There were issues with his rout-running, his consistency, and his focus. Baldwin even managed to rack up a few misdemeanor charges while on campus. In … Continue reading

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Steelers season preview

There wasn’t a lot of change on the Steelers roster this post season. Most of the team is back and the only new faces that will likely grab your attention are the offensive linemen that you didn’t see last year … Continue reading

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Roethlisberger rates below Dan Orlovsky in new ESPN system

Dan Orlovsky is not the only quarterback who rated above Ben Roethlisberger in ESPN’s new Total Quarterback Rating system, he is just the most egregious example of a player who has in no way totaled Big Ben’s on-field success but … Continue reading

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Woodley’s signing makes way for Polamalu, Timmons

Earlier today the Steelers rewarded LaMarr Woodley with the second largest contract in Steelers history. The six year, $61 million dollar extension ensures that Ike Taylor and Woodley will spend the prime of their careers in Pittsburgh. Now, the attention … Continue reading

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Taylor signs with Steelers

A secondary without Ike Taylor could have been disastrous for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The unit is already the weakest link on the team and losing Taylor would only worsen position. Luckily, Taylor agreed to a new contract with the team last night … Continue reading

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DeCicco inks deal with Chicago Bears

It has been a while since the Panthers featured a great secondary. Dom DeCicco did his best to change that while he played for Pitt. He was one of the best safetys in the Big East during his tenure and … Continue reading

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New NFL deal makes way for Taylor’s likely departure

Pittsburgh doesn’t exactly have a lot of depth at Cornerback. Behind Ike Taylor there is virtually no player who can step into the shutdown role that the Steelers need. Bryant McFadden struggled last year as did William Gay. Both have … Continue reading

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Steelers preparing for wild free agency

Now that the lockout is almost over, Steelers fans can finally start looking at who will be returning to Pittsburgh this season. Ike Taylor is possibly the biggest free agent the Steelers have to sign, but with perhaps the deepest … Continue reading

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Clarke weighs in on Harrison’s comments

Last week Ryan Clark was asked about James Harrison’s Men’s Journal comments. To the surprise of no one that follows the Steelers, Clark was very supportive of Harrison and bushed off any controversy. Dave Bryan who covers everything black and … Continue reading

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Burress could fit nicely with Steelers

Before his situation soured in Pittsburgh, Plaxico Burress was one of the franchise’s top receivers. He holds the record for most receiving yards in a game (253), led the Steelers in touchdown receptions in two of his five years, and … Continue reading

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Harrison’s comments spark controversy

James Harrison has never been viewed as a particularly smart individual. Past incidents of domestic violence, controversial tackles, and moronic quotes have plagued his brilliant football career. His latest antics may have topped them all though. Bleed Black and Gold has … Continue reading

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Barber still eyeing Pittsburgh

NFL teams are still interested in Tiki Barber despite the huge warning signs indicating that a catastrophic locker room effect would almost certainly follow. The Pittsburgh Steelers may be one of those teams interested. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio is reporting … Continue reading

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Pitt viewed unfavorably on national scale

Jamie Dixon and the Pitt Panthers have twice secured a number one seed in the NCAA tournament over the past four years. Alum DeJuan Blair recorded 50 points and 38 rebounds in the past two NBA rookie/sophomore games. Dave Wannstedt … Continue reading

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