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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

Steelers lose family duo to desperate team

The Steelers love to invest in family bloodlines with several duos on their roster, but one of them got split up on Monday from a WR-needy team.

Bengals take big risk on 'MNF,' pays off

QB Joe Burrow was a game time decision on Monday night as he was far from being 100 percent healthy. But the Bengals decided to take the risk of playing him after starting the season 0-2 and it seems to have paid off.

Lamar Jackson 'ticked off' after Week 3 loss to Colts

More games are lost in the NFL than won and the Ravens certainly lost their Week 3 matchup against the Colts. QB Lamar Jackson was not shy in holding back his feelings following the 22-19 loss.

Where does Browns defense rank among NFL?

The Browns defense had another impressive showing in the team's 27-3 win over the Titans in Week 3. But where does it rank among the rest of the league?

Three biggest takeaways from Steelers Week 3 win

The Steelers secured their second straight primetime win over the Raiders on "Sunday Night Football." Here are the three biggest takeaways from Pittsburgh's 23-18 victory.Here are the three biggest takeaways from Pittsburgh's 23-18 victory.

Did Steelers OC Matt Canada redeem himself in 'SNF' win?

The Steelers offense had by far its best showing in the team's 23-18 win against the Raiders on "Sunday Night Football." Was it enough to change the minds of those wanting Pittsburgh to fire offensive coordinator Matt Canada?

Week 3 NFL players to watch: Jordan Love continues to impress; T.J. Watt takes down another QB

The Packers hope to keep the Love train rolling against the Saints, while Mike Tomlin looks to overcome a foe that's given him fits.

Ravens veteran LB wants a career-first in 2023

The Ravens are dealing with some injuries, as many are, heading into their Week 3 matchup with the Colts. It means one of Baltimore's veterans, who wants to reach a career-first in 2023, could get his role increased.

Three must-watch players for the Steelers in Week 3

The Steelers (1-1) head to Las Vegas to face the Raiders (1-1) on "Sunday Night Football" in Week 3. Here are three must-watch players who must make a difference for Pittsburgh.

Steelers OC Matt Canada gets exposed by NFL analytics

Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada's offense has struggled mightily through the first two weeks of the season and NFL analytics just exposed him for how predictable his play calling is.

Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick defends hit on Nick Chubb

"I am not a dirty player," Fitzpatrick said. "I had no ill will on the hit."

Ravens reunite with veteran amid RB injuries

The Ravens' injury report seems to be growing every week and another running back was added to it Wednesday. So, the team decided to reunite with a veteran.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski makes decision on RB1

The Browns lost star running back Nick Chubb to a season-ending knee injury in Week 2. But after reuniting with RB Kareem Hunt on Wednesday, head coach Kevin Stefanski revealed who the team's RB1 will be.

Ben Roethlisberger praises Steelers controversial O-lineman

The Steelers traded up in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft to land who they hope will be their future franchise blindside blocker in Broderick Jones.However, Jones lost the job to incumbent Dan Moore Jr., and Ben Roethlisberger couldn't be happier.

Ravens host three veteran RBs to help replace J.K. Dobbins

The Ravens lost running back J.K. Dobbins for the season after tearing his Achilles in Week 1, but his potential replacement is visiting Wednesday.

Steelers sign speedy RB, massive DT with latest injuries

The Steelers made a pair of moves Wednesday in an effort to fill the holes left by a couple of injured players. 

Browns set for awkward reunion after Nick Chubb's season-ending injury

The Browns have found their replacement for RB Nick Chubb, who suffered a season-ending injury in Week 2, and it's a familiar face that many believed was a long shot to return.

Week 3 AFC North predictions: Browns, Bengals fall flat again

The story of the AFC North after two weeks has been injuries. In Week 3, two will rise through adversity while the other two fall flat again.

Ravens provide positive update on injured veteran

The Ravens seem to have a bad case of the injury bug once again, but they received some good news about one of their injured leaders on defense.

Do the Steelers have the best pass-rushing duo in NFL?

The Steelers defense, led by linebackers T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, singlehandedly defeated the Browns 26-22 on "Monday Night Football." Did their performance solidify them as the best pass-rushing duo in the league?

The glass half full, half empty of Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's play

The Pittsburgh Steelers were able to squeak out a 26-22 win against the Cleveland Browns on "Monday Night Football" in Week 2, but it wasn't because of QB Kenny Pickett and the offense.

Ranking top five replacements for Browns RB Nick Chubb

Browns running back Nick Chubb is out for the season after suffering a significant knee injury on "Monday Night Football." Here are the top five options Cleveland could turn to be its next RB1.

Why Ravens are more dangerous than originally thought

The Ravens had high expectations heading into the 2023 season, but their 2-0 start has some believing they still underestimated them. Here are three reasons Baltimore is a tougher out than originally thought.

What is wrong with the Bengals offense?

After becoming the highest-paid player in NFL history, Burrow has yet to look the part, and it's led to an offense that looks lost through the first two weeks of the season.

Ravens should trade for Super Bowl-winning RB

The Ravens lost running back J.K. Dobbins for the season after tearing his Achilles in Week 1, but his potential replacement may have just been put on the trade block.