For NFL fans, setting realistic rookie expectations is key every year

When it comes to the NFL, there is no larger event than the NFL Draft. I know what you might be thinking, “The draft? How is that bigger than the Super Bowl?” Easy. While the Super Bowl certainly garners more attention, and eye balls on screens, the biggest event is the one which has all… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Steelers fill out 90-man roster with two running backs, releasing one

As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the first padded practice of their 2023 training camp, roster moves were expected. Not only did the Steelers have roster spots open, but there was also the news of Alfonzo Graham suffering a torn labrum Monday which had fans awaiting a roster move Tuesday. Those roster moves came Tuesday,… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

3 Steelers to watch closely during training camp: Offense

There may be offseason activities for NFL teams to take advantage of during the deadest of times on the football calendar, but once training camp rolls around, the excitement goes to an entirely new level. This is the first signal to fans that the NFL season is soon approaching and the offseason is about to… read more

5 Players That Stood Out in Week 1 of New York Giants Training Camp

The New York Giants opened up their 2023 Training Camp to fans this past week at the Quest Diagnostics Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and here are five players who have stood out so far… 1) TE Darren Waller After the first week of New York Giants training camp, there has been one name… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

The Steelers signing Kwon Alexander feels like more of the same at ILB

The Steelers surprisingly finalized a one-year deal over the weekend with Kwon Alexander, a veteran inside linebacker, formerly of the Buccaneers, 49ers, Saints and Jets. With 86 starts under his belt, including 12 a season ago in New York, along with 590 tackles, eight interceptions and 12.5 sacks during his eight-year career, Alexander, soon-to-be 29,… read more

New faces in New Orleans could propel the Saints to an NFC South title

With training camps throughout the league underway, I’m doing some preview articles on individual teams. Here’s a look at the New Orleans Saints. My favorite thing about the New Orleans Saints, other than their helmets, is that they often have a marching band at their games. It’s a small one, but a marching band nonetheless…. read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Steelers add an XFL running back to the 90-man roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers have added another running back to their 90 man training camp roster after rookie Alfonso Graham announced on Monday his shoulder injury is going to cost him the 2023 season. According to NFL insider Aaron Wilson, the Steelers worked out several players on Monday for a potential roster spot: #Steelers worked out… read more

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Vikings hosting Dalton Risner on a free agent visit

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that Dalton Risner, the former Denver Broncos offensive guard, is expected to make a visit to the Minnesota Vikings. At the moment, it’s uncertain where he could potentially fit since he has primarily played left guard, a position currently occupied by Ezra Cleveland. Risner, 28, is a former second-round pick from… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Gauging offensive success in second-year quarterbacks

On the most recent episode of the Steelers Stat Geek podcast, I compared offensive production of first-round quarterbacks from their rookie season to their second season. Instead of looking at individual statistics which can tell a lot, the ultimate goal for a quarterback is to have good offensive production as a unit. With Kenny Pickett… read more

Philadelphia Eagles get it right with kelly green throwback uniforms

Not all NFL throwback uniforms are created equal. Some hit hard and are crowd pleasers from the moment they hit the shelves. Others fall flat. This has been the season of throwback uniforms, and some, like the Seattle Seahawks throwbacks, have been a huge success. However, one of the sweetest throwbacks are the Philadelphia Eagles… read more

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