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Aaron Becker

Aaron Becker is a Pittsburgh-based sports journalist, primarily covering the NFL and college football. He previously worked for the Kansas City Chiefs (2021-22), Pittsburgh Steelers (2019-21) and University of Pittsburgh (2018-19). Becker has a B.A. in broadcast reporting from Point Park University. You can find him on Twitter/X at @Aaron_M_Becker

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NFL, College Football, Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers reunite with former second-round pass-rusher

Just one day after the Steelers witnessed a pair of injuries to outside linebackers David Perales (knee) and Kyron Johnson (hamstring) in training camp, they decided to bring back a familiar face.

Former No. 2 overall pick has 'exceeded' Saints' expectations

In March, the Saints took a chance edge-rusher Chase Young, signing him to a one-year deal just one day before it was announced he would undergo neck surgery.

QB Baker Mayfield says Buccaneers rookie WR is 'a stud'

Mayfield had high praise for his new teammate.

WR DJ Moore advocates for Bears to extend new teammate

The Bears signed Moore to a four-year, $110 million contract extension on Tuesday.

Steelers' T.J. Watt believes rookie OT has 'done a great job' fighting for starting job

The Steelers selected offensive tackle Troy Fautanu in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft in hopes of giving themselves a pair of bookends for the next decade.

Steelers star defender on QB Justin Fields: 'This guy's a problem'

Fields' dual-threat capability is the exact reason the Steelers traded for him earlier this offseason. 

Steelers set 'feisty' mentality following training-camp fight

The Steelers took the field for their sixth day of training camp and second with the pads on Wednesday, but there was a mentality shift from the start.

Steelers rookie WR carted off practice field

The Steelers are hoping his injury is minor.

Panthers HC reveals why RB Rashaad Penny made surprise retirement

The 28-year-old played in just 45 games throughout his six-year NFL career as he battled several injuries.

Rams WR Cooper Kupp shares health update following injury-riddled seasons

Kupp has played in just 21 games in the last two seasons due to injuries.

Deebo Samuel 'hopeful' 49ers will extend Brandon Aiyuk

Aiyuk is continuing to hold in during training camp as he seeks a contract extension.

John Elway names 'biggest mistake' as Broncos GM

The Broncos have been searching for their next franchise quarterback since Peyton Manning's retirement following the 2015 season.

Browns GM offers injury update on running back Nick Chubb

General manager Andrew Berry offered an encouraging update on the seventh-year running back during a news conference on Monday.

Browns GM hints team will extend Amari Cooper following raise

Cooper is still entering the final year of his deal and will be a free agent after the season if the two sides don't agree to an extension.

Bengals still without two stars amid contract demands

The Bengals have been practicing without two of their best players in training camp, and no signs point to that changing.

Five Steelers on the rise after first week of training camp

Here are the five players who are on the rise following the first week of training camp.

Lions continue to invest in O-line with massive extension

The Lions have made it a focus to continue investing in their offensive line this offseason, and that remained the case on Monday.

Steelers veteran believes undrafted rookie is 'going to be a great player'

All Bishop needs is a fair shot, but early signs support he'll get just that.

Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews

Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.

Injured Russell Wilson shares how Justin Fields is fairing in Steelers offense

Russell Wilson's injury has allowed fellow quarterback Justin Fields to get some valuable reps with the first-team offense.

Steelers' Justin Fields has 'good' day with Russell Wilson sidelined

The Steelers must decide over the next few weeks who their Week 1 starting quarterback will be between Wilson and Fields.

Steelers DT Cameron Heyward not afraid to 'go somewhere else'

Heyward held out during the first two weeks of OTAs before returning to the team.

Vikings WR Jordan Addison addresses recent arrest

Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is primed to build off his impressive rookie year, but that may be delayed due to some offseason trouble.

Colts WR Michael Pittman reveals what he's 'chasing' in 2024

Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman is coming off a career-high 109 catches for 1,152 yards in 2023. He recently revealed what he's aiming for next.