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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

Did Jason Kelce just rescind his retirement decision?

Kelce revealed on his "New Heights" podcast that he has, in fact, not made a decision on retirement yet.

Expectations growing for Ravens veteran ahead of playoffs: 'He's at his best right now'

The Ravens are just a few days away from starting what many believe will be a run to the Super Bowl. If that's the case, Baltimore thinks one of its veterans will play a large role.

Steelers offensive lineman regrets re-signing with team

The Steelers' 2023 season didn't go how most of their players likely imagined.

Ravens HC John Harbaugh gives promising update on TE Mark Andrews

The Ravens have taken full advantage of their bye week during the wild-card round of the playoffs. Head coach John Harbaugh said he was "pretty optimistic about everybody" this week and that includes TE Mark Andrews, who's been out since Week 11.

Former WR, analyst on Michael Penix Jr.: Look at this NFC West team ‘if he gets past the top 10'

Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. seems to be flying up NFL draft boards since leading the Huskies to a College Football Playoff National Championship appearance.  

Did the Browns give up too soon on QB Baker Mayfield?

QB Baker Mayfield continued to prove the rest of the NFL wrong after leading the Buccaneers to a 32-9 victory over the Eagles in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

Why history says Ravens are destined to win Super Bowl

The 2023 Ravens are one of the best teams in the NFL, boasting the league's best record (13-4) and owning the No. 1 seed in the AFC. But are they destined to win Super Bowl LVIII?

Three rookies Steelers should target in 2024 NFL Draft

The Steelers have officially secured the No. 20 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft after their 31-17 loss to the Bills in the wild-card round of the playoffs. Here are three rookies Pittsburgh should consider drafting come April.

Steelers DT Cameron Heyward uncertain on football future

Steelers DT Cameron Heyward has an important decision to make about his football future in the coming days, weeks or months after yet another disappointing postseason loss.

Two Eagles veterans make decisions on football futures

The Eagles suffered a devastating 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in the wild-card round of the playoffs. It was the kind of game no player would want to be their last.

Watch: Steelers HC Mike Tomlin walks off when asked about contract

Following the Steelers' loss on Monday, head coach Mike Tomlin was asked about his contract, and he didn't even let the reporter finish their question.

Takeaways from the Bills' dominant win over the Steelers

The Bills dominated from the start to finish, building a 21-0 lead in the second quarter. The Steelers found some positivity, but it was never enough to mount a full comeback.

Watch: Fans dig their way to seats at Steelers-Bills wild-card game

The fields crews in Buffalo have been working throughout the night and morning to clear Highmark Stadium of snow ahead of the Steelers-Bills wild-card matchup, which kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET.

HC John Harbaugh provides promising health update for Ravens

The Ravens had the opportunity to get healthier on their bye week during the wild-card round of the playoffs thanks to being the No. 1 seed in the AFC.

Texans lose another WR for season following wild-card win

The Texans were on cloud nine after defeating the Browns 45-14 in the wild-card round of the playoffs. However, their win has since proven costly as they have lost yet another playmaker for the rest of the season.

Browns' upcoming free agent: 'It's Cleveland until I die'

For the Browns, the focus turns to the future, which has one of Cleveland's top upcoming free agents hoping he can return.

Insider: Bill Belichick 'could definitely work' for this NFC East team

The greatest head coach of all time is a free agent after the New England Patriots parted ways with Bill Belichick last week. Although he'll have many suitors, ESPN's senior NFL insider Adam Schefter believes one team makes too much sense.

The shocking truth if Browns DE Myles Garrett wins DPOY

Browns DE Myles Garrett may be the favorite to win the 2023 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. But if he does win it, he'll make history given his underwhelming finish to the season.

Super Wild Card Weekend's top storyline proves costly to watch

Super Wild Card Weekend's slate of games has several great storylines to begin the playoffs. However, it's difficult to argue that Rams QB Matthew Stafford's return to Detroit isn't the best and the get-in prices fully support that.

Bills rule out two key players ahead of Super Wild Card Weekend

The No. 2 seed Bills are 9.5-point favorites in their wild-card matchup against the No. 7 seed Steelers on Sunday. However, the game could turn out to be even closer than expected after ruling out two key players on Friday.

Dalvin Cook says it was a 'no brainer' to join Ravens

The Ravens signed four-time Pro Bowl RB Dalvin Cook last week after he parted ways with the Jets.

Two rookies highlight must-watch Steelers in wild-card round

The No. 7 seed Steelers go on the road to face the No. 2 seed Bills in the wild-card round of the playoffs. Here are three players who could play large roles in upsetting Buffalo, which is a 10-point favorite ahead of Sunday.

Ravens DC Mike Macdonald reveals team's 'secret sauce'

Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald believes a big reason for Baltimore's dominance is a player who just joined the team last year.

Packers star in danger of missing wild-card game after suffering 'freak' injury in practice

The Packers may be without one of their top defenders, who suffered a "freak" injury in practice this week.

Insider: Cowboys DC Dan Quinn has been 'waiting' to coach this NFC West team

Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn has been a hot commodity with already four interview requests from head coach-needy teams. However, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport believes Quinn has had his eyes set on one team for some time now.