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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

Vikings former first-round pick could have tough time earning roster spot

It's not often that teams are willing to cut their losses with a first-round pick and release him before his rookie deal expires, but that seems to be looking more and more likely for the Vikings as the summer progresses.

Eagles veteran believes his 'best years are ahead'

One Eagles veteran believes his best is yet to come.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray explains why he expects offense to be 'top of the league'

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray sees his team's offense taking a huge step forward this fall.

Position battles to watch in Steelers training camp

The Steelers had yet another very active offseason. Lots of change brings even more uncertainty about who will be in the starting lineup come Week 1.

Position battles to watch in Browns training camp

The Browns proved to have one of the most complete teams in the league last season by making the playoffs with five different starting quarterbacks. 

Position battles to watch in Bengals training camp

The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping the return of quarterback Joe Burrow will make them Super Bowl contenders once again, but they must first determine who will help make up for the loss of their free-agent departures.

Position battles to watch in Ravens training camp

The Baltimore Ravens lost several key players on both sides of the ball this offseason, meaning they have multiple jobs up for grabs in the coming months.

Ravens QB 'not being stubborn' in switch to WR

Late last season, the Ravens were using him as a quarterback, wide receiver and special teamer, but in May, the team officially moved him to wide receiver.

Latest RB extension doesn't bode well for Najee Harris' future with Steelers

On Thursday, the New England Patriots signed running back Rhamondre Stevenson to a four-year deal with up to $48 million, including $17 million of guaranteed money. Here's what that means for Pittsburgh.

Colts HC reveals what QB Anthony Richardson must be 'smarter' about

Anthony Richardson's dual-threat style of play will result in injuries, but head coach Shane Steichen believes he can be smarter about it.

Watch: Steelers QB Justin Fields returns kickoff in Madden 25 trailer

EA Sports dropped the official trailer for its Madden NFL 25 game on Thursday and it has quickly caught the attention of Steelers fans.

Analyst names these two Ravens position duos as NFL's best

The Baltimore Ravens will unleash elite duos at both tight end and safety this coming season.

Chiefs defender believes new kickoff rules can 'add some time' to career

Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid seems pretty intrigued by the NFL's new kickoff rules.

Could Steelers turn to familiar face for WR help?

The Steelers were named to have the second-biggest "roster hole" in the NFL without a legitimate No. 2 wide receiver. But they may not be completely without options.

Bengals' former first-round pick feeling 'comfortable' in position change

The Bengals hope the 23-year-old, who last played corner at Michigan, can help turn the unit around this year. 

49ers' George Kittle reveals he lost significant amount of weight this offseason

49ers' George Kittle revealed a major change he experienced this offseason.

Steelers named to have second-biggest 'roster hole' in NFL

The Steelers may have one of the more underrated rosters in the NFL without a clear hole outside of an additional playmaker at one position.

Jaguars defender says QBs won't make 'biggest difference' in AFC South

The AFC South features four young and talented QBs. However, Jaguars safety Andre Cisco believes another position group is why the division got tougher this offseason.

GM Omar Khan says Steelers are sticking with 'awesome policy'

General manager Omar Khan has changed the way the Steelers have done things over the past couple of years, but there's one thing he doesn't plan on changing.

New Dolphins defender is going to 'play all over the place'

The Dolphins have added several new faces to their defense this offseason, and the most recent addition sounds excited about joining the unit.

GM Omar Khan 'wouldn't have believed' Steelers' new-look QB room

General manager Omar Khan has made the Steelers one of the most aggressive teams in the league since taking over in 2022, but even he is surprised at how quickly and thoroughly the team was able to remake its quarterback room.

Three-time Pro Bowl free agent hopes to play 'another couple of years'

It's difficult to find highly experienced players still on the open market at this point of the offseason, but that's exactly what left tackle David Bakhtiari is.

Packers veteran defender believes he's aging 'like fine wine'

Much of the Packers' success last season was thanks to their younger players, but one of their veterans believes he'll be just as big of a factor this season.

Steelers options at WR outside of 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

Here are the Steelers' best options at wide receiver if Brandon Aiyuk stays in San Francisco.

New Commanders RB Austin Ekeler says there was a 'misalignment' with Chargers

Ekeler was a focal point of the Chargers offense for the past seven years, but he found himself as the odd man out with a new regime, led by head coach Jim Harbaugh, taking over.