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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

New Bills WR hopes to finally 'exceed expectations' in 2024

The 25-year-old looked like he was going to be the Steelers' next great wide receiver following his first two seasons in the league.

Steelers WR George Pickens reveals why he still pulls 'all-nighters'

If the Steelers hope to reach their high aspirations in 2024, wide receiver George Pickens will need a big year.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin gives promising update on injured LB

Is Cole Holcomb, who suffered a season-ending knee injury last year, further away from being fully healthy than expected?

Steelers add another veteran to running back room

The Steelers already have one of the best running back duos in the league in Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren, but they added to their backfield on Tuesday.

Cameron Jordan states revenge game Saints 'have to win'

When the NFL schedule was announced last week, Saints DE Cameron Jordan was tuning in, and one game immediately jumped out — Week 7 vs. the Broncos.

Ravens potentially looking to bolster secondary with former No. 6 overall pick

The Ravens are hosting the former top-10 pick on a Tuesday visit.

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins makes promising statement amid health speculation

There seems to be more pressure than ever on the Falcons' new 35-year-old quarterback after the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. in April.

Patriots former first-round pick expected to miss start of season

While the rest of the league seems to be optimistic about their 2024 squads heading into OTAs this week, the Patriots received some unfortunate news.

Cowboys expect two WRs to 'make a jump' in 2024

The Cowboys wide receivers will be under a microscope during OTAs as star WR CeeDee Lamb is not expected to be in attendance. That will open the door for Dallas' other playmakers to make their case for bigger roles in 2024.

Analyst believes Steelers QB Russell Wilson 'is not capable of revenge'

The QB will make his return to Denver in Week 2 after spending the past two years with the Broncos.

Cardinals second-year LB expects to take 'big leap' in 2024

The LB wasn't able to develop the way he hoped in his rookie season as he battled a knee injury throughout training camp and the preseason.

Insider says Steelers are giving rave reviews of Arthur Smith's offense

Smith has had a run-first mindset in the past, which would fit the Steelers offense well.

Saints longtime defender says new addition 'is going to be great'

The new addition's biggest knock has been his inability to stay healthy, but he was able to do just that last season, showing flashes of what he could be bringing to the Saints.

Browns defender reveals big expectations for second year in Cleveland

The Browns had the best defense in the league in terms of total yards allowed per game (270.2) last season. Every defender that's a part of the dominant unit believes they can be a true difference maker. One of those players is setting high expectations for himself in 2024.

Four-time Pro Bowl RB remaining patient for right opportunity

The past year for four-time Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook has not likely gone how he imagined, and now he's taking his time in finding his next opportunity.

Top five NFL free agents who could soon find new homes

Here are the top five free agents who could find their new homes sooner rather than later.

Patriots QB Jacoby Brissett embracing 'teammate-first' mentality

Some veterans may not view it as their job to develop rookies who could eventually take their jobs, but Jacoby Brissett is not one of them.

Broncos 'very unlikely' to bring back former NFL interceptions leader

The Denver Broncos parted ways with safety Justin Simmons earlier this offseason, but even with his market appearing rather cool, a reunion doesn't seem to be in order.

Lions have unique advantage thanks to 2024 schedule

The NFL schedule has several positives and negatives for teams to take away, but the Lions may be the biggest beneficiaries.

Steelers RB Najee Harris 'motivated' to prove haters wrong

Pittsburgh's 2021 first-round pick is fully focused on the 2024 season as he now enters a contract year.

Rams WR Puka Nacua 'not really' feeling pressure following record-setting year

How will Puka Nacua follow last year's success during his sophomore NFL season?

Toughest, easiest four-game stretches in the AFC North for 2024

Examining the toughest (and easiest) stretches on the 2024 schedule for every AFC North team.

Steelers' Cameron Heyward addresses contract holdout

Some shocking news broke on Wednesday night about Steelers veteran defensive tackle Cameron Heyward.

One team is favored in every game of the 2024 NFL season

If there were a team to be favored in every game of the 2024 season, most would likely predict it to be the back-to-back Super Bowl champion Chiefs. That is not the case, however.

Chargers GM believes former first-round pick is 'going to launch' this season

Under new head coach Jim Harbaugh, the Chargers will likely have a run-first mentality on offense, but that isn't stopping them from having high expectations for their second-year WR, who disappointed last season.