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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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Three takeaways from Steelers' first preseason game

The Steelers had some good and bad in their 27-17 win over the Buccaneers. Here are the three biggest takeaways from the team's first preseason action.

Three must-watch players in Steelers' first preseason game

The Steelers take on the Buccaneers in their first preseason action of the 2023 season on Friday night. Here are three must-watch players for Pittsburgh.

John Harbaugh says Ravens will address position of issue

The Ravens put a clear emphasis on their offense this offseason, giving QB Lamar Jackson several new weapons. However, head coach John Harbaugh admits that it has left some holes on defense.

Ben Roethlisberger voices frustration on final season with Steelers

The Steelers seem to have a new fan favorite after experimenting with a position change, but the news came as somewhat frustrating to former QB Ben Roethlisberger.

Will Steelers' newest LB be a Week 1 starter?

The Steelers completely rebuilt their inside linebacker room this offseason but who the starters will be Week 1 is still yet to be known. Could their newest addition find his way into the starting lineup?

Browns bolster D-line with latest signing

The Browns rebuilt their defensive line this offseason after not having a player outside of DE Myles Garrett eclipse three sacks in 2022. But general manager Andrew Berry wanted to add one more piece before the start of the 2023 season.

Johnny Manziel makes shocking admission about Browns stint

Quarterback Johnny Manziel is viewed as one of the Browns' worst draft picks of all time and his latest admission only further proves that point.

Browns work out veteran RB after latest injury

The Browns are looking to add another running back to the mix after Jerome Ford, who went down with a hamstring injury, is expected to be out several weeks and is "doubtful" for the season opener.

Ravens agree to contract extension with 2020 draft pick

The Ravens locked up one of their young, up and coming players who was entering the final year of his rookie deal on Wednesday.

Kenny Pickett makes case for fringe roster player

There is still some time until the NFL's dreaded cutdown day when teams must trim their rosters to 53 players. QB Kenny Pickett is already adding to the case for one of the fringe roster players.

Ryan Shazier gives bold take on 2023 Steelers

It feels as though everyone is either very high or very low on the 2023 Steelers with no in between and former LB Ryan Shazier is not part of the latter.

Pair of Browns defenders undergo knee surgery

Every team across the league is hoping to stay as healthy as possible throughout training camp and preseason but the Browns will be without two second-year defenders for some time.

Ravens host former No. 1 overall pick

The Ravens are continuing their search for another edge-rusher and now they're showing interest in a former No. 1 overall pick. According to reports, Baltimore hosted DE Jadeveon Clowney, the first pick of the 2014 NFL Draft, on Tuesday.

Joe Burrow ranks in top 10 of NFL's top 100

The NFL has revealed its top 100 players of 2023 ranking. It should come as no surprise that QB Joe Burrow has entered the top 10, but where he is ranked may cause some to scratch their heads.

Browns TE David Njoku is excited to watch this 'exceptional' player

The Browns added a few new pieces to QB Deshaun Watson's arsenal this offseason, but TE David Njoku is especially excited to see what one player can do this season.

Ravens experimenting with position change for veteran

The Ravens are implementing their new offense under offensive coordinator Todd Monken and with a change in scheme could come a change in position for one veteran.

Will Steelers sign Watt brother with latest vacancy?

The Steelers may be looking to add another Watt brother to their roster after news of a surprising vacancy last week.

Why the Ravens will continue their record preseason win streak

As another year of preseason games gets underway, the Ravens will try to continue their NFL record 23-game preseason win streak. Here are three reasons Baltimore will build upon it in 2023.

Steelers will face familiar foe in first preseason game

The Steelers are just a few days away from their first preseason action, and although many veterans won't see the field, one familiar face will be starting for the Buccaneers on Friday night.

Could massive Browns rookie push for starting job?

Right tackle Dawand Jones, Cleveland's fourth-round pick this year, allowed zero pressures on 35 pass-blocking snaps, according to Pro Football Focus.

Analyst calls Raven 'the most impressive rookie' he's seen

Praise for one of the Ravens' rookies continues to pile up after NBC Sports' Peter King visited Baltimore and shared his thoughts.

AFC North under-the-radar rookies

With training camp and preseason underway, unheralded rookies will make strong impressions and climb depth charts. Here are four under-the-radar rookies to watch in the AFC North.

Steelers' latest position change creates new fan favorite

There is certainly a lot of intrigue surrounding the Steelers offense in 2023 and they may have just found a new unlikely weapon.

AFC North backup quarterback panic meter

On a scale of one to five, with one being the highest level of panic, here's where AFC North teams stand at backup QB.

Former Steelers LB reflects on 'Tomlinism' that caused chaos

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is known for his "Tomlinisms," and after wearing a shirt with one of his favorites at training camp, one of the team's former linebackers couldn't help but share his memories of the phrase.