Steelers announce the re-signings of running back Stevan Ridley and wide receiver Justin Hunter to one-year contracts. Despite limited roles last season, both have playmaking pedigree with 36 combined career touchdowns. This is quality depth on the back end of two crucial spots. Pittsburgh has now signed five of their own free agents (including franchise tagged Le'Veon Bell).
Todd McShay, Mel Kiper Jr. and Chris Sprow talk about how the Steelers' defensive reinforcement is clearly the key for their upcoming draft.
Antonio Brown doesn't have any plans to give up his crown as the NFL's top receiver, which means there is no offseason from training.
The Steelers like backup safeties that excel on special teams, which is exactly what they hope new free-agent signee Nat Berhe will be.
The Steelers' addition of safety Nat Berhe (which should become official Thursday) bolsters the team's special teams profile and defensive back help. Berhe has 47 career tackles but became a core special teamer for the New York Giants the last two seasons. And he's fast enough to chase down Russell Wilson, as evidenced by his lone sack last season.
James Harrison update: The 39-year-old plans to wait until after draft to sign somewhere, and a key factor is getting on the field -- no Pittsburgh repeats, basically. Patriots are among handful of teams to inquire during free agency.
The Steelers re-signed veteran running back Stevan Ridley, who joined the team last season after James Conner's season-ending injury.
Changes on the sideline and on the field signal that Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is receptive to new input that might shape a nimbler attack.
The Browns have had a busy offseason and could add more talent in the draft, but they still face a steep climb after going 1-31 the past two seasons.
Steelers offseason workout dates: OTAs: May 22-24, May 29-31, June 4-7, June 12-14 Minicamp: June 12-14
The Steelers entered free agency with minimal cap space, but they still got two starters to fill defensive needs at a modest cost.
Le'Veon Bell tweeted Thursday that it's "hard to be a hero in a city that paints you out to be the villain," apparently venting his frustration at negative reaction to his contract drama with the Steelers.
Steelers safety Sean Davis, who's from Maryland, is switching his number from 28 to 21, in honor of boyhood idol Sean Taylor. Cornerback Joe Haden moves from 21 to 23.
With little cap room to work with, the Steelers were still able to add Jon Bostic and Morgan Burnett on deals that leave spending room for 2018.
Now that the NFL is passing the new catch rule, Steelers tight end Jesse James told Steelers.com about his controversial no-catch against New England: "It should have been a touchdown either way. Whether it was the old rule, or this new rule. To reverse something on review it has to be clear cut. I feel like they didn't do a good job on that. It's nice to have the rule clearer."
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that WR Eli Rogers' recovery from a torn ACL will be 'critical' for the offense. Rogers is a free agent but Tomlin says he'd like him back if the situation is right.
Those who dine together win championships together in Mike Tomlin's opinion, which is why he likes to have meals with prospective Steelers draftees.
With a happy and motivated Bryant in the fold, the Steelers' offense has the perfect complement to Antonio Brown and JuJu Smith-Schuster.
Mike Tomlin called Martavis Bryant "a guy on the rise" based on the way he finished the season, believes he can be a home-run threat yet again.
The NFL's relaxed touchdown celebration rules set a bad precedent for young players, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said.
Mike Tomlin is not a fan of touchdown celebrations: "It's for the entertainment of the fans so I respect it on that level, but personally I don' t like it. I just think it takes away from the game. It's not a good look for young people. Young people aren't allowed to celebrate in that way, so why should we?"
The Steelers' hectic pro-day trail shows a team working to expand its draft-day options.
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 406 | 308 |
| Baltimore | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 395 | 303 |
| Cincinnati | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 290 | 349 |
| Cleveland | 0 | 16 | 0 | .000 | 234 | 410 |
