By Jeremy Hritz Hopefully, by the time you read this article, TJ Watt has signed his new deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and is not only the highest paid Steeler, but also the highest paid defender in the NFL. The Steelers practice this Labor Day morning at 10:45 AM, and as was reported on DKContinue reading “TJ Watt’s Pay Day on Labor Day? A Look at the Highest Paid NFL Defenders for Context”
Category Archives: A Deeper Study
Steven Sims a Steeler and Could Soon Push Ray Ray McCloud Off the Roster
By Jeremy Hritz Ray Ray, is officially on notice. Yesterday, the Steelers signed Steven Sims to their practice squad, a wide receiver, return man who is fast, shifty, and a legitimate threat to displace Ray Ray McCloud from the 53-man roster. At 5’10, 190, Sims played his college football on some very, very, VERY badContinue reading “Steven Sims a Steeler and Could Soon Push Ray Ray McCloud Off the Roster”
Steelers Finished 3-1 In The Preseason in 2005, 2008, and 2010: You Remember What Happened Those Seasons, Right?
By Jeremy Hritz The Steelers finished the preseason with a 3-1 record. Interestingly, in the last three seasons in which the team reached the Super Bowl, the Steelers had the same record (2010, 2008, and 2005). On this weekend’s Steelers Insider Podcast with Jim Wexell, he posed the question as to whether or not theContinue reading “Steelers Finished 3-1 In The Preseason in 2005, 2008, and 2010: You Remember What Happened Those Seasons, Right?”
5 Steelers Within Reach of the 53-Man Roster Friday Against the Panthers
By Jeremy Hritz This is the last week of preparations before the concluding preseason game against the Carolina Panthers this Friday at 7:30 PM. For a handful of Steelers, this is their final opportunity to make their case for the 53-man roster, and Friday night will be a high-stakes contest for them. Below is aContinue reading “5 Steelers Within Reach of the 53-Man Roster Friday Against the Panthers”
Steelers vs. Lions Analysis: A Deeper Dive Into the Game the Day After
By Jeremy Hritz The Steelers are now 3-0 in the preseason, as they get ready to cut their roster down to 80 from 85, and get set for their final exhibition against the Carolina Panthers next Friday night. Last night’s game against the Lions featured a lot of good, and not much in the wayContinue reading “Steelers vs. Lions Analysis: A Deeper Dive Into the Game the Day After”
James Washington on the Trade Block? Insurance for 2021 vs. Late Round Draft Capital in 2022
By Jeremy Hritz On Friday following the Hall of Fame Game against the Dallas Cowboys, Adam Schefter reported via Tweet that Steelers wide receiver James Washington had requested a trade from the team, due to his dissatisfaction regarding how he is utilized in the Steelers offense. With a deep wide receiver room with the likesContinue reading “James Washington on the Trade Block? Insurance for 2021 vs. Late Round Draft Capital in 2022”
Are NFL Preseason Records Predictive of Postseason Play? A Look at the Preseason Records of Steelers’ Super Bowl Teams
By Jeremy Hritz So how much does the preseason really mean for a team’s postseason chances? And historically, how have the Steelers performed in those years in which they competed in a Super Bowl? As we prepare for the start of exhibition contests Thursday with the Steelers battling the Cowboys in Canton, Ohio, it isContinue reading “Are NFL Preseason Records Predictive of Postseason Play? A Look at the Preseason Records of Steelers’ Super Bowl Teams”
10 Rookies/Unproven Steelers With An Opportunity Thursday Night Against the Cowboys
By Jeremy Hritz The Hall of Fame Game is almost here. Thursday night at 8:00 PM, Steelers fans will get their first opportunity to see their team take the field in competition against the Dallas Cowboys. While none of the starters are likely to play, that is an attractive element of this contest, as theContinue reading “10 Rookies/Unproven Steelers With An Opportunity Thursday Night Against the Cowboys”
Ben Roethlisberger’s Production in 2021: An Historical Look at NFL Quarterbacks’ Statistical Performance in Their 18th Season
By Jeremy Hritz Ben Roethlisberger will begin his 18th year on July 21st when the Steelers report for training camp, and he will join a list of only 10 other quarterbacks who made it to their 18th season in the National Football League. The 18-Year Club is an impressive, if not elite one, including SuperContinue reading “Ben Roethlisberger’s Production in 2021: An Historical Look at NFL Quarterbacks’ Statistical Performance in Their 18th Season”
Can the First 6 Games Tell Us Whether Or Not the Steelers Will Make the Postseason in 2021?
Steelers Record After 6 Games Under Mike Tomlin By Jeremy Hritz The Steelers have a bye after their 6th game in 2021, which is probably too early for the team’s liking with the unavoidable possibility of injuries. Heading into the bye week this season, I contemplated whether or not 6 games was enough to makeContinue reading “Can the First 6 Games Tell Us Whether Or Not the Steelers Will Make the Postseason in 2021?”