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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

Will Browns ask four-time Pro Bowl RB to take pay cut?

The Browns are heading into 2024 with their books about $19.5 million over the salary cap, per Pro Football Focus. That means the team will need to make some releases and/or ask players to take some pay cuts in the coming weeks.

Expert believes unlikely WR could rise up draft boards

One team could be getting a steal in a draft that seems to be very rich with wide receiver talent.

Justin Fields reveals why he unfollowed Bears on social media

Rumors continue to circulate about the QB's future in Chicago.

One trade, cut, signing Cleveland Browns should make

The Browns proved to have one of the most complete rosters in the league after making the playoffs with four different starting quarterbacks in 2023.

One trade, cut, signing Cincinnati Bengals should make

As QB Joe Burrow eyes his return in 2024, the Bengals will have no excuses for doing anything less than contending for a Super Bowl.

Buccaneers find replacement for Pro Bowl WR in latest mock draft

The Buccaneers have some difficult decisions to make in the coming weeks with several key free agents. Will they look to replace one of those players in the draft?

Former No. 6 overall pick named 'cut candidate' for Seahawks

The Seahawks must clear up some cap space, and one prominent player could be a candidate to be cut in efforts to accomplish that feat.

Former All-Pro claims to know where QB Russell Wilson will play next

Russell Wilson is still under contract with the Broncos, but the belief is that they will part ways with the 12-year veteran after back-to-back losing seasons. One former All-Pro believes he knows where the QB will play next season.

Why Browns' WR room is more concerning than they want to believe

The Browns are believed to have one of the most complete rosters in the NFL, and that was proven when they made the playoffs with four different starting quarterbacks in 2023.

Former top-10 pick named 'cut candidate' for Chargers

No one is envying the Chargers, who are heading into 2024 with $45.8M over the salary cap. And to make matters worse, Pro Football Focus believes one of their biggest playmakers could be a "cut candidate" as a result.

Giants land QB Daniel Jones' replacement in latest mock draft

The Giants currently hold the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and could go several different ways with it. 

Insider believes Steelers could make big splash in free agency

Who should the Steelers be eyeing when free agency begins? 

Eight-time Pro Bowler hopes to return to Cowboys in 2024

The Cowboys have some tough decisions to make in the coming weeks.

Analyst believes there is 'only one place' for Derrick Henry to sign

Running back Derrick Henry will be viewed as one of the top free agents by most of the NFL, but former QB and ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III believes there is only one team he should have his eyes on.

Analyst believes Steelers are making 'colossal misjudgment'

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac revealed some worrisome news about the state of the Steelers locker room. 

Buccaneers move on from Baker Mayfield, take rookie QB in latest mock draft

Mayfield revived his career with the Buccaneers in 2023, passing for a career-high 4,044 yards and 28 touchdowns. But Tampa Bay must decide if it wants to re-sign him or start fresh at quarterback once again.

Why re-signing WR Calvin Ridley will prove very costly for Jaguars

If the Jaguars want to keep the WR on their roster in 2024 and beyond, they will have to pay more than just money.

Steelers six-time Pro Bowler announces offseason surgery

The 34-year-old suffered a groin injury in Week 1 that landed him on injured reserve for eight weeks. Clearly, it was much worse than previously thought. 

Why Chiefs All-Pro defender will break promise to fans this offseason

The All-Pro is set to become a free agent in the coming weeks.

Mock draft roundup: 2 NFC teams trade into top five for QB

From now until the 2024 NFL Draft on April 25 in Detroit, the "experts" will release mock drafts on an almost weekly basis.  This is your one-stop shop for the latest predictions including the top five picks, players rising and falling, surprise selections and potential trades.

Steelers trade up for second straight year in latest mock draft

The Steelers traded up in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and CBS Sports' Josh Edwards believes they could do it once again this year in his latest mock draft.

Why QB Jimmy Garoppolo's time with Raiders is expected to end soon

The 32-year-old is now forced to miss the beginning of the 2024 season with whoever he'll be playing for and will likely be viewed as a backup option for any of the teams that will still have interest in him.

Former Pitt star named one of NFL's most 'underrated free agents'

There is still about a month left until NFL free agency opens and the start of the new league year on Mar. 13 at 4 p.m. ET. While there will be a ton of talent available, several players will be overlooked.

Watch: Mic'd-up video shows why George Kittle failed to recover fumble in Super Bowl

The five-time Pro Bowler was held to just two catches for four yards in the game. And maybe if he would have been able to recover the loose football, San Francisco would have won the rematch.

Patriots trade back, acquire QB and massive weapon in latest mock draft

The Patriots main focus this offseason should be improving their offense, which averaged the least points per game (13.9) in the league this season.