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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

How Browns are taking next man up mentality to another level

The next man up mentality is preached in all of sports, but the 2023 Cleveland Browns (11-6) have taken it to another level ahead of their wild-card matchup against the Texans (10-7) on Saturday.

Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton makes Pro Bowl history

The Ravens hit a home run with safety Kyle Hamilton, one of their two first-round picks in 2022. 

Ohio State WR opts out of 2024 NFL Draft, returns for senior season

The Ohio State Buckeyes have several players who can, and likely will, declare for the 2024 NFL Draft. But one of their top playmakers decided to postpone his trip to the pros another year on Thursday.

Former All-Pro LB believes 'politics' could lose Steelers LB T.J. Watt DPOY

If statistics were the only thing that decided who wins the NFL Defensive Player of the Year, Steelers LB T.J. Watt would be the obvious winner.

Post-Bill Belichick mock draft predicts Patriots finally focus on offense

For 24 seasons, head coach Bill Belichick has led the Patriots with a defensive mindset. But that is all about to change.

How cold will it be for Steelers-Bills game in Buffalo?

Steelers and Bills fans heading to Highmark Stadium for Sunday's wild-card matchup better dress warm.

Three Ravens named to NFLPA's All-Pro Team

The National Football League Players Association announced its second annual Players' All-Pro Team, voted on by the players themselves. Three deserving Ravens made the cut.

Steelers named 'landing spot' for one of NFL's top CBs

The Steelers secondary needs an influx of youth as veteran cornerbacks Patrick Peterson and Levi Wallace have not panned out this season. 

Will Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase reset market or take hometown discount?

Beginning on Monday, all members of the 2021 NFL Draft class were eligible to receive contract extensions and Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase is in store for a massive deal. Will he reset the market or take a hometown discount?

Why is Kenny Pickett still ahead of Mason Rudolph on Steelers depth chart?

QB Mason Rudolph is set to make his fourth straight start for the Steelers (10-7) in their wild-card round matchup against the Bills (11-6) on Sunday. However, Kenny Pickett is still listed as the QB1 on the team's depth chart. Why?

The Browns defense just got a little more stout ahead of playoffs

The Browns (11-6) have one of the best defenses, if not the best, in the league. Bad news for the other 13 teams in the playoffs, it just got a little bit better on Wednesday morning.

Five ways Steelers can stun Bills in wild-card round

The Steelers (10-7) are 10-point underdogs in their wild-card matchup against the Bills (11-6) on Sunday. But here are five reasons why Pittsburgh could pull of the upset in Buffalo.

Browns QB Joe Flacco reveals key to success in playoffs

The Browns (11-6) are not surprised to find themselves in the playoffs. It is who is leading them — QB Joe Flacco — that is unexpected. However, it's the 38-year-old quarterback's experience that makes Cleveland truly dangerous.

J.J. Watt entertains idea of joining Steelers amid T.J. Watt injury news

The Steelers (10-7) quickly ruled out NFL Defensive Player of the Year candidate T.J. Watt, who suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in Week 18, ahead of their wild-card playoff matchup against the Bills (11-6) on Sunday. 

Dolphins add four-time Pro Bowler to injury-riddled D-line

The only thing worse than the Dolphins' Week 18 loss to the Bills that dropped them from the No. 2 seed to the No. 6 seed in the AFC playoffs is their multitude of injuries.

Why Ravens' rookie makes Pro Bowl defender expendable

The Ravens (13-4) sat most of their starters in Week 18 after locking up the No. 1 seed in the AFC. It allowed them to get an extended look at some of their young players.

Steelers praise WR George Pickens following lackluster Week 18 performance

Pickens had just one carry for three yards and zero targets in the Steelers' 17-10 win over the Ravens in Week 18.

Did Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh tip hand to future coaching plans?

The last thing Jim Harbaugh is likely thinking about following the Michigan Wolverines' 34-13 win over the Washington Huskies in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game is his future coaching career. 

Watch: Ravens HC John Harbaugh surprises brother, Jim, at CFP title game

Brothers John and Jim Harbaugh are the definition of football is family. 

Watch: Washington WR Jalen McMillan's TD made it one-possession game at halftime of CFP title game

Washington trailed Michigan by only seven points at halftime of the College Football Playoff national championship game thanks to some late first-half heroics by WR Jalen McMillan.

Does Jaguars' defensive overhaul mean Josh Allen era is over?

Change is coming to the Jaguars following their devastating 28-20 loss to the Titans in Week 18.

Will C.J. Stroud or Puka Nacua win Offensive Rookie of the Year?

The 2023 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year seems to be down to two players, Texans QB C.J. Stroud and Rams WR Puka Nacua.

Commanders request HC interviews with four playoff coordinators

The Commanders' search for their next head coach is already underway after the team fired Ron Rivera on Monday morning.

Dolphins rookie reaches historic feat in regular-season finale

There weren't a lot of good things to take away from the Dolphins' (11-6) 21-14 loss to the Bills (11-6) on "Sunday Night Football." But one of Miami's rookies reached a historic feat in the regular season finale.

Lions named landing spot for three-time Pro Bowler ahead of playoffs

The Lions' most recent win came at a cost, which is why a three-time Pro Bowler could be on his way to Detroit soon.