Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt thinks the pieces are in place for a big year in Pittsburgh. Watt said on Ben Roethlisberger’s podcast that he sees the Steelers’ defense heading in the right direction heading into 2023. “I think it’s still too early to have a true sense of ‘This is the year,’ because they [more] … [Read more...] about T.J. Watt “very encouraged” with the direction of the Steelers’ defense
A few stray Father’s Day memories, 25 years later
For those of us whose fathers are still with us, Father’s Day is an occasion to honor and appreciate them. For those of us whose fathers are gone, it’s a much different experience. I last saw my own father on Father’s Day in 1998. Twenty-five years ago. He was living with my sister in Ohio. [more] … [Read more...] about A few stray Father’s Day memories, 25 years later
When Lamar Jackson was injured, J.K. Dobbins stepped up
As Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins hopes for a new contract despite a system that gets the best out of players at his position before ever paying them, Dobbins has a pretty strong piece of evidence to suggest he should get his financial reward before he has a potentially strong year in 2023. Late last [more] … [Read more...] about When Lamar Jackson was injured, J.K. Dobbins stepped up
Allen Robinson, Kenny Pickett plan to work together during break
Steelers receiver Allen Robinson is still playing catch up, after arriving via trade with the Rams in April. He’s hoping to spend time over the next few weeks catching passes from quarterback Kenny Pickett. Both will be spending the down time in New Jersey, making it easier to get together during the down time. “That [more] … [Read more...] about Allen Robinson, Kenny Pickett plan to work together during break
Are the Bengals planning to squeeze Joe Mixon to take less?
From the moment the Bengals gave running back Joe Mixon 23 snaps in the AFC Championship and Samaje Perine 43, it has seemed that the Bengals have been thinking about moving on from Mixon. The more accurate description could be that they’ll happily keep him, if he’ll move down his salary and cap number. Writes [more] … [Read more...] about Are the Bengals planning to squeeze Joe Mixon to take less?