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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

Broncos expected to sign former Bills, Steelers defender

The 28-year-old would fill a glaring hole in Denver's defense.

New mock draft predicts Jets make blockbuster trade into top five

The Jets currently own the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Jets still 'open to trading' former No. 2 overall pick

Quarterback Zach Wilson's future with the Jets remains up in the air.

Jerry Rice's son would 'most definitely' love to play with this AFC West QB

Brenden Rice, son of Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice, being somewhat overlooked, shows how deep the wide receiver class is in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Ravens reach for defender from Harbaugh coaching tree in latest mock draft

Could the Ravens make a surprising selection at pick No. 30?

Broncos GM says WR Courtland Sutton is 'in a good place' amid holdout

Broncos GM George Paton doesn't seem too worried about his No. 1 WR's holdout to begin the offseason.

Panthers GM says door is open to signing former DPOY after NFL Draft

The Panthers are a young team that is still several pieces away from being a true contender. With no first-round pick in the upcoming draft, the team needed to use free agency to add impactful players. It sounds like it may not be done doing so.

New mock predicts Packers could land biggest steal of NFL Draft

Green Bay currently owns the No. 25 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Three best landing spots for Giants WR Darius Slayton

Slayton is entering the final year of his current deal and did not report to voluntary offseason workouts this week as he seeks a contract extension.

Dolphins GM suggests first-round pick with five-time Pro Bowler debating retirement

There's no arguing the team must take a two-year look into the future.

Lions GM hints team could trade out of first round in NFL Draft

Lions GM Brad Holmes has entertained the idea of trading out of the first round with teams looking to move back into it.

Former first-round pick unsure of future with Bengals

The Bengals named Dax Hill one of their starting safeties for the 2023 season. However, the 2022 first-round selection seems to have already lost the job following Cincinnati's flurry of offseason moves.

Roquan Smith has high expectations for Ravens' Patrick Queen replacement

All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith believes the Ravens already have Patrick Queen's replacement on the roster.

Eagles GM admits 'bias' toward wanting to pick legacy prospect in NFL Draft

Eagles GM Howie Roseman revealed how tempting it could be to draft a legacy player at the end of April.

New mock draft predicts Bengals land 'ascending' defensive prospect

NFL Network's Peter Schrager predicts Cincinnati will land one of the draft's top defenders in his latest mock draft.

Top defensive prospect only visited four teams ahead of NFL Draft

Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean is one of the top defensive prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft, but he's had an unusual lead up to the big event.

C.J. Stroud gives vote of confidence to WR lost on Texans' depth chart

It's never a bad thing to have too much talent surrounding a young quarterback. Houston, we don't have a problem.

Rams defender 'excited for the challenge' without Aaron Donald

The team will never fully fill Aaron Donald's shoes, but veteran linebacker Ernest Jones is certainly looking forward to trying.

Best fits for potential Day 2 and 3 QBs in 2024 NFL Draft

The 2024 NFL Draft is so rich with quarterback talent that some believe six could be selected in the first round.

Wide receiver-needy Steelers must monitor latest holdout

The Steelers have been the subject of several trade rumors for veteran WRs and Pittsburgh must monitor the latest holdout.

Insider reveals why first-round trade-up won't be easy for Vikings

The Vikings seem to be gearing up for a trade-up in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft after acquiring their second first-round pick (No. 23) from the Texans earlier this offseason. Will pulling off a trade prove harder than expected?

Former QB suggests 'dream scenario' for Giants in 2024 NFL Draft

There is great debate about whether the Giants should draft quarterback Daniel Jones' replacement or build around him with one of the top playmakers in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Browns announce retirements of former wide receiver, linebacker

The Browns announced the retirements of two of their former draft selections on Tuesday.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud advocates for former teammate ahead of NFL Draft

C.J. Stroud gave some advice to the teams that are picking at the top of the draft on April 25.

Patrick Mahomes reveals big expectations for Chiefs' new playmaker

Patrick Mahomes already has big expectations for Marquise "Hollywood" Brown.