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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

Art Rooney II addresses Steelers' schedule: 'Not how I would have drawn it up'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have the third-toughest schedule in the NFL based on 2023 win totals and the hardest schedule based on projected win totals for 2024, according to Sharp Football Analysis.

Odell Beckham Jr. reveals why he was 'hesitant' to join Dolphins

Odell Beckham Jr. revealed his initial concerns about teaming up with QB Tua Tagovailoa.

Steelers to make history in final two months of 2024 season

There are several takeaways from Pittsburgh's 2024 slate of games, but none may be bigger than the history the team is set to make heading into the final two months of the season.

Highlighting AFC North blockbuster games of 2024 season

What does the 2024 schedule look like for the AFC North?

Chiefs' Travis Kelce reacts to facing Ravens, Bengals to start season

Travis Kelce recently revealed his thoughts on the Chiefs' first two opponents of the 2024 season.

Cowboys planning to give backup QB 'a ton of reps' this offseason

The Cowboys traded a 2024 fourth-round pick to the 49ers for the QB last year, but the team still doesn't know what it has in him.

Bengals former first-round pick gives hard truth about rookie season

The edge-rusher finished his rookie year with just 20 tackles and three sacks.

WR Jahan Dotson reveals who he wanted Commanders to draft with No. 2 pick

The 24-year-old WR entered the league as the No. 16 pick in 2022.

Ranking the NFL's five international games from worst to best

The NFL is set to release the full 2024 regular season schedule on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET. However, on Wednesday morning, the league announced the full slate of international games.

Ravens named two of NFL's 'strongest position groups'

Pro Football Focus' John Kosko believes Baltimore should be able to run it back after naming two of its position groups as the strongest in the league.

Three biggest factors in Bengals-Chiefs Week 2 matchup

The NFL has announced that the Kansas City Chiefs will host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2 of the 2024 season. Here are three factors that could sway the outcome of the anticipated matchup.

Bengals dodge second trade request of offseason

The Bengals have had a star player on each side of the ball request to be traded this offseason.

Does Broncos' latest signing hint team is willing to move on from star WR?

Does a recent move by the Broncos signal a change of heart regarding the future of their star receiver?

Kirk Cousins not angry with Falcons because winning is 'hard enough'

Kirk Cousins seems to have moved on after the Falcons' stunning first-round draft pick.

Bills add two-time Super Bowl champ to new-look WR room

Bills quarterback Josh Allen's arsenal of weapons is going to look very different in 2024.

Longtime Steelers DT Cameron Heyward hints contract extension is coming

What does Cam Heyward's future hold in Pittsburgh? He recently addressed the issue.

Undrafted rookie QB says Steelers 'believed' in him the most

John Rhys Plumlee revealed on Saturday why he chose the Steelers despite having several suitors following the 2024 NFL Draft.

Roman Wilson hopes to become Steelers' next 'great' WR

Wilson acknowledged he has big shoes to fill on the second day of the Steelers' rookie minicamp.

Steelers are hoping to repeat history as rookies build 'brotherhood'

Will history repeat itself for the Steelers' offensive line?

Steelers rookie LB Payton Wilson couldn't be in a 'better situation'

Payton Wilson may be one of the biggest steals of the draft.

Steelers first-round pick has already 'apologized' to new locker mate

The new Steeler is looking to learn as much as he can as fast as he can.

Steelers rookie O-linemen can find early roles thanks to 'versatility'

Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu made a notable change during rookie camp.

Hall of Fame RB defends Najee Harris after Steelers decline fifth-year option

The Steelers declined the fifth-year option on running back Najee Harris. One former star running back has come to his defense.

Rams make surprising move with former team captain

The Rams made the surprising decision to part ways with one of their former draft picks and 2023 team captains on Thursday.

Steelers rookie WR hopes to 'change' team's longtime rule

The franchise has a longtime rule of not allowing players to wear the No. 1.