Jim Otto was the original Raider and an original AFL superstar

The Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers, separated by about 10 miles and the Bay Bridge, often attended the same local functions back in the 1960s. Legend has it that the Raiders center, Jim Otto, would be ready to fight any 49ers player who dared to make a disparaging remark about his team or the… read more

Setting the NFC Hierarchy, Post NFL Draft

A couple weeks ago, I wrote my 2024 AFC Hierarchy at the conclusion of the NFL Draft, and although the National Football Conference doesn’t boast the same insane depth of high-quality teams as the AFC, it still is home to several real contenders in the race for Super Bowl LIX. In this article, you’ll find… read more

Projecting the Steelers Biggest Team Needs Going Into 2025

We are still months away from seeing this Steelers team take the field in meaningful action, but there are definite areas which could pose a problem going into 2025. As we enter the dog days of the football calendar, it is a great time to take a look at what might be on the horizon… read more

Optimism from Browns OTA’s

This week in Berea Ohio, the Cleveland Browns held their first organized team activities of the off season. The Browns are coming off a successful 2023 playoff season with an 11-6 record. The Browns accomplished this despite having 26% of their salary cap on injured reserve. One key player that ended 2023 on injured reserve… read more

Seahawks Secondary Ready to Soar Under Macdonald’s Leadership

Seahawks’ defense, specifically their secondary, could be ready to soar to new heights with the new leadership under HC Mike Macdonald.

3 Steelers Positional Battles That May Be Decided Before Training Camp

As news continues to trickle in from OTAs, the clock continues to tick closer and closer to training camp. However, not every player on the current roster is guaranteed to even survive that long. The Steelers have cap space at their disposal and are unlikely to sit on their hands and do nothing until the season… read more

Way-too-early Week 1 Preview: Browns vs. Cowboys

With OTA’s starting this week and much anticipation and excitement for the Cleveland Browns upcoming 2024 season. I wanted to preview their matchup for week 1 of the 2024 season. The Cleveland Browns will open the 2024 regular season at home against the Dallas Cowboys. It will be a nationally televised game on the FOX… read more

City of Pittsburgh awarded the 2026 NFL Draft

The city of Pittsburgh has been wanting a big NFL event in their city for a long time. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Art Rooney II have thrown out the idea of Acrisure Stadium hosting a Super Bowl, but most of those lofty wishes fell on deaf ears. With Acrisure Stadium being a smaller stadium, by… read more

Steelers Playbook: Examining Arthur Smith’s favorite run concepts, outside zone and stretch

With the draft and free agency in our rearview mirror, and NFL teams now bunkering in to shape the rosters they’ve constructed, I thought it would be a great time to launch a “Steelers Playbook” series focusing on schemes the team already uses or is expected to use in 2024. If you’re a football nerd… read more

5 NFL Teams With Easiest Schedule For 2024-25 Season

The 2024-25 NFL schedule is officially released and teams know what their paths will be this season. It is always interesting to see which teams will enjoy the luxury of an easier schedule while some will be challenged against elite teams week in and week out. Of course, we do not know how each schedule… read more

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