Mike DeFabo
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Steelers beat writer at The Athletic.
The Steelers employ two of the NFLās 10 highest-paid tight ends. Does their usage justify this approach to roster construction?
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It turns out, the Steelers have more tight ends than they know what to do with
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6863952/2025/12/05/pittsburgh-steelers-tight-ends-pat-freiermuth-jonnu-smith/?source=emp_shared_article
2 days ago
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This week on The Yinziders with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: - What do the Slay/ Thielen moves say about the Steelers? - Ravens writer
@jeffzrebiecbot.bsky.social
previews Sundayās game from Baltimore
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Steelers and Ravens Clash in Battle for AFC North Lead
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tm0N6HyNCRA
4 days ago
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This week on The Yinziders with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Why didnāt Aaron Rodgers play in Chicago? The Steelersā explanation doesnāt check out. Plus,
@bytimgraham.bsky.social
joins us from Buffalo to break down a must-win game against the Bills. Subscribe!
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Steelers in must-win territory vs. Bills?
Spotify video
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kTesEpIEZd9JB3rt6E6B8?si=hSg9F95XT6ev3cAVKP-LpA&pi=MhvluvhMS6C9M&t=13
11 days ago
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Hereās the latest on Aaron Rodgers and his status for Sundayās game in Chicago
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
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Steelersā Aaron Rodgers questionable vs. Bears after wrist injury
If the Steelers and Rodgers determine heās not able to play Sunday, Mason Rudolph would be in line to start.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6826936/2025/11/21/aaron-rodgers-injury-update-status-steelers-bears/?source=emp_shared_article
16 days ago
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Cover 3 is such a big part of what the Steelers do, they simply call it āSteelers.ā But lately, the Steelers are running less and less āSteelers.ā On Jalen Ramseyās shift to safety and the ripple effect itās had on the secondary:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
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For the Steelers defense: An old vet, a new position, and a secondary saved
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6824758/2025/11/21/jalen-ramseys-safety-pittsburgh-steelers-secondary/?source=emp_shared_article
16 days ago
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Zak Keefer
17 days ago
"Maybe you get a beer named after you, or maybe you close a Tony Robbins seminar at midnight, or maybe you just drop your kid at school and hit golf balls in paradise ..."
@brianchamilton.bsky.social
on the happiest men in the NFL, long snappers:
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The NFLās most anonymous men are also the happiest: āMy lifeās not realā
'People think itās impossible to get in (as a long snapper). Itās damn near impossible to stay in.'
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6802946/2025/11/20/the-nfls-most-anonymous-men-are-also-the-happiest-my-lifes-not-real/
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Why is Darnell Washington still listed at 264? āHonestly, I donāt know,ā Washington said. āIām just like you. I see it, just keep on about my day and laugh at it.ā On one of the NFLās most unique players ā and the quest to uncover his true weight
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
17 days ago
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Will Aaron Rodgers play through a broken wrist?
@jennaharner.bsky.social
and I discuss the variables on this weekās edition of The Yinziders. Plus,
@kfishbain.bsky.social
breaks down the Bears surprising 7-3 start. Subscribe and join us every Wednesday!
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Will Aaron Rodgers play with a broken wrist in Chicago?
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WDDBJdMq1Po
18 days ago
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Here's the latest on Aaron Rodgers and his broken wrist:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
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Aaron Rodgers has fractured left wrist; status for Week 12 vs. Bears unknown
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6814309/2025/11/18/aaron-rodgers-injury-update-wrist-steelers-mike-tomlin/
19 days ago
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āHe gave me the finger and said, āHey, youāre going.āā Aaron Rodgersā injury threatened to send Sundayās game into a tailspin. But with Mason Rudolph providing a steadying force and a pair of defensive TDs, the Steelers surged past the Bengals.
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No Aaron Rodgers, no problem ā thanks to the defense's unlikely resurgence
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6813293/2025/11/17/pittsburgh-steelers-aaron-rodgers-injury-defense-bengals/?source=emp_shared_article
20 days ago
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What went wrong for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers in LA? Letās take a deeper look here:
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Four reasons behind Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense's very bad Sunday night
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6802305/2025/11/13/pittsburgh-steelers-aaron-rodgers-offense-struggles/?source=emp_shared_article
24 days ago
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It's a Yinziders Wednesday with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Did the Steelers make the right or wrong move by standing pat at the deadline? Chargers writer Daniel Popper previews SNF in LA. Subscribe! YouTube:
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Steelers stand pat at trade deadline. Right move?
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=x8rLZKEP_iQ
about 1 month ago
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It's a Yinziders Wednesday with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Did the Steelers make the right or wrong move by standing pat at the deadline? Chargers writer Daniel Popper previews SNF in LA. Subscribe! YouTube:
www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...
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Steelers stand pat at trade deadline. Right move?
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=x8rLZKEP_iQ
about 1 month ago
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The Steelers will be signing one of Aaron Rodgersā āfavoriteā teammates to the practice squad. A look at where Marquez Valdes-Scantling fits and what it could mean for deadline day:
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Steelers to sign one of Aaron Rodgers' 'favorite' receivers to practice squad: Source
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6774788/2025/11/03/pittsburgh-steelers-marquez-valdes-scantling/?source=emp_shared_article
about 1 month ago
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Mike DeFabo
This week on The Yinziders with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Why the Coltsā high-octane offense looks like a nightmare matchup for the Steelersā struggling defense. Subscribe in YouTube, Spotify or Apple:
spotify.link/NbZ1AjYARXb
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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Steelers struggling defense faces nightmare matchup against the Colts
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-JVzdCA1Oc
about 1 month ago
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This week on The Yinziders with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Why the Coltsā high-octane offense looks like a nightmare matchup for the Steelersā struggling defense. Subscribe in YouTube, Spotify or Apple:
spotify.link/NbZ1AjYARXb
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-JV...
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Steelers struggling defense faces nightmare matchup against the Colts
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-JVzdCA1Oc
about 1 month ago
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DeShon Elliottās injury is a devastating blow for a struggling Steelers defense
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DeShon Elliottās injury is a devastating blow for a struggling Steelers defense
There's been a noticeable difference in the Steelers' defensive performance with and without the veteran safety.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6755231/2025/10/28/deshon-elliott-pittsburgh-steelers-injury/?source=emp_shared_article
about 1 month ago
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Aaron Rodgersā reunion with the Packers spoiled by another dud from the defense
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Aaron Rodgers' Packers reunion spoiled by another dud from the defense
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6753341/2025/10/27/aaron-rodgers-pittsburgh-steelers-loss-packers/?source=emp_shared_article
about 1 month ago
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āIf you mess up in practice, heās gonna be on your ass. I think thatās a great thing.ā Why Aaron Rodgersā fiery and vocal leadership style is resonating with the Steelers
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Aaron Rodgers is a different kind of leader, one the Steelers needed
The future Hall of Fame quarterback's approach is often blunt, but teammates have come to appreciate it.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6741959/2025/10/23/aaron-rodgers-pittsburgh-steelers-leadership/?source=emp_shared_article
about 2 months ago
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The Steelersā defense has a plenty to clean up after the TNF disaster ā details in the secondary, run defense, pass rush. Near the top of that list? Explosive plays.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
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The Steelersā underperforming defense has one particular, explosive problem
Mike Tomlin's defense is looking for answers after a poor performance in a loss to the Bengals.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6738116/2025/10/22/pittsburgh-steelers-defensive-struggles/?source=emp_shared_article
about 2 months ago
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This week on The Yinziders: š
@jennaharner.bsky.social
and I discuss where the defense stands after a ācatastrophicā game on TNF. š§ Packers writer
@mattschneidman.bsky.social
previews Aaron Rodgersā SNF meeting with his old team. Spotify:
spotify.link/1QrmDiGMFXb
YouTube:
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Steelers and Aaron Rodgers Prepare For Sunday Night Football Showdown Against The Green Bay Packers
Spotify video
https://spotify.link/1QrmDiGMFXb
about 2 months ago
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Itās a Yinziders Wednesday with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
. Fun show this week. Comedian John Franklin, who you may know from the viral āexplaining the Aaron Rodgers saga to my girlfriend like itās tea so maybe sheāll get investedā videos, joins us.
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Steelers and Bengals on TNF, plus comedian John Franklin joins the Yinziders
Spotify video
https://spotify.link/xLkvxjEduXb
about 2 months ago
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Itās a Yinziders Wednesday with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
. Fun show this week. Comedian John Franklin, who you may know from the viral āexplaining the Aaron Rodgers saga to my girlfriend like itās tea so maybe sheāll get investedā videos, joins us.
spotify.link/xLkvxjEduXb
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Steelers and Bengals on TNF, plus comedian John Franklin joins the Yinziders
Spotify video
https://spotify.link/xLkvxjEduXb
about 2 months ago
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āFor Jalen to go out there with everything heās accomplished in this league, I canāt say enough about how much respect I have for him.ā On Jalen Ramsey and a secondary that was built to beat the Bengals.
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Jalen Ramsey and the Steelers' new-look secondary was built to beat Bengals
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6717430/2025/10/15/jalen-ramsey-pittsburgh-steelers-defensive-backs/?source=emp_shared_article
about 2 months ago
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Steelers DB Jalen Ramsey (hamstring) has been upgraded from questionable and now has no injury designation. Heās expected to play on Sunday against the Browns.
about 2 months ago
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Jalen Ramsey, who DNP Wednesday and Thursday, said that he was able to work into team drills today. He was noncommittal when asked if heāll play Sunday ā and if a TNF game on the horizon factors into that decision.
about 2 months ago
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The Steelers went big to unlock their running game. The package reminds Arthur Smith of Alexander the Greatās elephants⦠Mike Tomlin of Spencer Andersonās AAU basketball days ⦠and everyone else that Darnell Washington really isnāt 264 lbs. And itās working.
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The Steelers went big to unlock their running game ā hereās why itās working
The Steelers' successful ground game in Dublin was fueled by some unexpected ā and unexpectedly large ā contributors.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6704991/2025/10/10/pittsburgh-steelers-run-game-sixth-offensive-lineman/?source=emp_shared_article
about 2 months ago
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Time for a bye week mailbag. Submit your questions here:
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2 months ago
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During the first NFL game in Dublin, Steelers football (in all its forms) was on display. An efficient running game. A blitz-centric defense. But it wouldnāt be a Steelers game without a nail-biting final minute.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/667...
2 months ago
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On Week 4 of The Yinziders: š Is the Steelers defense too reliant on turnovers? āļø Vikings writer
@aleclewis.bsky.social
previews the cat- and-mouse game between Aaron Rodgers and Brian Flores. Spotify:
open.spotify.com/episode/5D6s...
Youtube:
m.youtube.com/watch?v=phWQ...
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Can the Steelers sustain turnover-reliant defense? + Dublin preview with Vikings writer Alec Lewis
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=phWQQOJkkdM
2 months ago
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Steelers steal a win thanks to āturnover cultureā and Cam Heywardās two hands
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Steelers steal a win thanks to 'turnover culture' and Cam Heyward's two hands
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6650112/2025/09/21/pittsburgh-steelers-new-england-patriots/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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Five reasons the Steelers defense has fallen short of āhistoricā hype
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Five reasons the Steelers defense has fallen short of āhistoricā hype
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6639022/2025/09/18/pittsburgh-steelers-defense-struggles/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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āWe might have to keep giving him more opportunities in the pass game, because every time he touches it, something good happens.ā Aaron Rodgers isnāt the only one wondering if itās time to give Jaylen Warren a heavier workload.
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Jaylen Warren has played like a feature back ā is it time for the Steelers to treat him like one?
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6635416/2025/09/17/jaylen-warren-pittsburgh-steelers-feature-back/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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Mike DeFabo
On Week 3 of The Yinziders: š Christian Kuntz talks about being a new dad and does a Yinzer pop quiz š Pats writer
@chadgraff.bsky.social
previews Week 3 Apple:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Spotify:
open.spotify.com/episode/4so0...
YouTube:
m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxL...
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Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz + Week 3 preview with Patriots writer Chad Graff
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxLclt6hi4
3 months ago
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On Week 3 of The Yinziders: š Christian Kuntz talks about being a new dad and does a Yinzer pop quiz š Pats writer
@chadgraff.bsky.social
previews Week 3 Apple:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Spotify:
open.spotify.com/episode/4so0...
YouTube:
m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxL...
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Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz + Week 3 preview with Patriots writer Chad Graff
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qUxLclt6hi4
3 months ago
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Steelers secondary in base defense during warmups: LCB - Darius Slay RCB - Jalen Ramsey SS- Chuck Clark FS - Juan Thornhill
3 months ago
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How DK Metcalfās work ethic is setting a new standard for Steelers receivers: āHeās the blueprintā
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How DK Metcalf became leader the Steelers' wide receiver room needed
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6617995/2025/09/11/dk-metcalf-pittsburgh-steelers-locker-room/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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AFC North Whiparound: Did Aaron Rodgers change your opinion in Week 1?
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AFC North Whiparound: Did Aaron Rodgers change your opinion in Week 1?
Plus, what to make of Baltimore's Week 1 collapse, Joe Burrow's rough second half in Cleveland, and more.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6621270/2025/09/12/afc-north-news-analysis-ravens-bengals-browns-steelers/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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DK Metcalf is tall as Pat Freiermuth, A as fast as Calvin Austin III and nearly as strong as an offensive tackle. But itās the way DK works thatās setting a new standard for Steelers receivers. āHeās the blueprint.ā
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How DK Metcalf became leader the Steelersā wide receiver room needed
After trading Chase Claypool, Diontae Johnson and George Pickens, the Steelers love the talent and attitude of their new No. 1 wideout.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6617995/2025/09/11/dk-metcalf-pittsburgh-steelers-locker-room/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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The Yinziders Week 2 with
@jennaharner.bsky.social
: Alex Highsmith talks superheroes and tells his own origin story from 0-star recruit to the NFL. Seahawks writer
@mikedugar.bsky.social
breaks down Week 2 Youtube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzJk...
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The Yinziders Week 2: Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith and Seahawks beat writer Mike Dugar
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzJkkToN_88
3 months ago
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Cam Heyward and the Steelers found middle ground last night, ending the contract dispute on the eve of the opener. Hereās more on the revised deal, which adds more than $3M in possible incentives to his 2025 compensation.
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Cam Heyward, Steelers agree to new contract; Heyward to play Week 1: Source
Heyward, one of the team's captains, staged a "hold-in" earlier this summer.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6574061/2025/09/06/cam-heyward-steelers-new-contract/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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Cam Heyward and the Steelers have agreed to a revised contract, league sources told The Athletic. The deal adds more than $3 million in new-money incentives. He can now make up to $18M in total compensation in 2025. The 36-year-old All-Pro will play in the season opener.
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Will Cam Heyward play on Sunday? Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin said yes. But when Heyward talked today, he made the situation sound a bit more complicated. āI wish I had a straight answer for you right now.ā
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Steelers DT Cameron Heyward non-committal on season opener as contract dispute continues
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6602341/2025/09/05/steelers-cameron-heyward-season-opener-contract-dispute/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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Mike DeFabo
Introducing The Yinziders, a weekly Pittsburgh sports podcast w/ Jenna Harner. This week: š Pat Freiermuth talks about his engagement, the offenseās trip to Malibu and new QB Aaron Rodgers āļø Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt previews Week 1 š¶ The debut of Zekeās Picks
m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl...
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The Yinziders Week 1: Wedding planning with Pat Freiermuth + Jets preview with Zack Rosenblatt.
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl_wY9mBA
3 months ago
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Aaron Rodgers can certainly be detailed and demanding. If teammates arenāt where theyāre supposed to be, when theyāre supposed to be there, heās going to let them know about it. And thatās a good thing. What Iām seeing from the Steelers:
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What Iām seeing from the Steelers: Rodgers is demanding, detailed ā thatās a good thing
Plus, looking for a No. 2 weapon on offense, and sizing up a defense that could be great.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6596295/2025/09/04/pittsburgh-steelers-season-preview/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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Introducing The Yinziders, a weekly Pittsburgh sports podcast w/ Jenna Harner. This week: š Pat Freiermuth talks about his engagement, the offenseās trip to Malibu and new QB Aaron Rodgers āļø Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt previews Week 1 š¶ The debut of Zekeās Picks
m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl...
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The Yinziders Week 1: Wedding planning with Pat Freiermuth + Jets preview with Zack Rosenblatt.
YouTube video by The Yinziders
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTDl_wY9mBA
3 months ago
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Forever connected by Super Bowl XLV, Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers have navigated careers full of parallel and intersecting moments. Fair or not, this marriage will be judged the same way they always have been ā by how close they get to the confetti.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/659...
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Mike Tomlin, Aaron Rodgers and a chance to change a postseason narrative together
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6590991/2025/09/02/mike-tomlin-aaron-rodgers-super-bowl-xlv-expectations/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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āThe last part of his cadence, it doesnāt sound like heās speaking English. Thatās my cue.ā Aaron Rodgersā cadence is one of the NFLās most unique weapons ā just as long as the OL doesnāt jump. How iPads and code words helped the Steelers learn their new QB:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...
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Deciphering the sounds of Aaron Rodgers: How the Steelers are learning the QBās cadence
Rodgers is the best-ever at drawing defenses offsides ā but the snap count provides a unique challenge for his linemen.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6579003/2025/08/29/aaron-rodgers-cadence-steelers-teammates/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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The Steelers have released 11 players: - LB Kenny Willekes - LS Jake McQuaide - DB Kam Alexander - DB Quindell Johnson - DB Kyler McMichael - DB Mikey Victor - OG Doug Nester - OT Julian Pearl - RB Evan Hull - QB Logan Woodside - TE Kevin Foelsch
4 months ago
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This was supposed to be the preseason of Will Howard ā a chance for the rookie to play a lot and (potentially) prove he should be part of the long-term plan. Instead, it became another test of his resilience.
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It was supposed to be the summer of Will Howard ā it became the latest test of his resilience
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6565669/2025/08/21/will-howard-steelers-qb-broken-finger-development/?source=emp_shared_article
4 months ago
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