What was the Steelers offensive philosophy in Week 18?
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Offense Goes AWOL Again as Defense Seals Steelers’ First Win
In a game that might have redefined the winning-ugly concept, the Pittsburgh Steelers held on to defeat the Cleveland Browns 26-22 on Monday night at Acrisure Stadium. Besides the gritty play of a defense missing emotional leader Cam Heyward, very little of what transpired on the gridiron suggested a 2023 Steelers team prepared to seriously… read more
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Gunner Olszewski has never met a Steelers Week 2 game he hasn’t tried to ruin
Admittedly, I don’t spend a whole lot of time and energy on the third phase of professional football: Special teams. Maybe that’s why I can’t spot a former All-Pro return specialist when I see one. Gunner Olszewski was an All-Pro return specialist for the New England Patriots back in 2020, and that was why people… read more
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8 Steelers land on the first injury report for Week 3
The Pittsburgh Steelers exited Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season both better in the win column and in the long-term injury department. Losing three players to the Reserve/Injured List last week, the Steelers don’t have anyone who has already been ruled out for Sunday Night’s game in Las Vegas. With the Steelers having a… read more
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My worthless 2 cents after the Steelers victory over the Browns
After the Pittsburgh Steelers Week 1 drubbing at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers, I published my Knee Jerk Reaction article, but as the week went on I found myself wishing I could write some more about the game. I felt I had some different takes as well as some stronger thoughts after having… read more
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Alex Highsmith named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 2
After bringing home their first victory of the 2023 NFL season Monday night at Acrisure Stadium against the Cleveland Browns, the Pittsburgh Steelers have their first of what fans hope to be many players of the week for the 2023 season. The first player to receive the honor is outside linebacker Alex Highsmith who was… read more
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Steelers fill out 53-man roster heading into Week 3
The Pittsburgh Steelers were forced to make some roster moves prior to their Week 2 game on Monday Night Football vs. the Cleveland Browns. When they placed running back Anthony McFarland Jr. and wide receiver Diontae Johnson on Injured Reserve (IR), it resulted in them only having 51 players on their active roster. As almost… read more
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Steelers Stock Report: Whose stock is rising after beating the Browns
One thing’s for certain; there is no such thing as a nice, enjoyable Steelers victory. There hasn’t been for quite some time now. Every victory is of the grind it out, hold your breath till the closing seconds type of game. Monday night’s hard-fought victory over the Cleveland Browns was more of the same. The… read more
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15 players mentioned by Mike Tomlin in Tuesday’s press conference
The 2023 regular season is underway. The Steelers did not look pretty on offense in Week 2, but their defense bailed them out and scored more points. But playing on Monday night, it’s a quick turnaround to start the preparation for Week 3. As is typically the case, head coach Mike Tomlin took to the… read more
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Steelers prove that an ugly win is better than no win at all
It was a much more home-friendly crowd, as the Steelers took on the hated Browns at Acrisure Stadium on Monday Night Football. How would Pittsburgh respond eight days after having its breakfast and lunch stolen by the 49ers in the same venue and in front of a more visitor-friendly group? How about an interception return… read more
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SCN’s Survivor Contest: Week 2 Results
Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season is in the books. With all games complete, Steel Curtain Network’s survivor league has now claimed even more victims. With starting a new venture, there are not as many contestants this season as in year’s past who are in the running for the Donnie Shell football. With all… read more
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