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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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Ravens 'considered' this QB in first round of NFL Draft

The Lamar Jackson saga seems to be over after signing a five-year, $260M contract extension just hours before the 2023 NFL Draft, but one insider believes the Ravens would have drafted his replacement if not for the agreement.

What to know about the NFL schedule release

Here's what you need to know about one of the best days on the sports calendar.

Steelers named landing spot for top remaining free agent

The Steelers have had an offseason to remember under new general manager Omar Khan, but Pro Football Focus doesn't think they're done quite yet.

Watch: Joey Porter Jr. gets the call after Steelers had multiple 'strong offers'

Night one of the 2023 NFL Draft didn't go as planned for CB Joey Porter Jr., falling out of the first round. However, after sharing an emotional moment with his dad, he finally got the call at the start of the second round.

Browns sign Super Bowl champion safety

The Browns were one of the most active teams in the league before the 2023 NFL Draft and they're showing no signs of slowing down.

Steelers invite XFL star to minicamp

The Steelers may have just found QB Kenny Pickett another big playmaker and it wasn't even through the 2023 NFL Draft.

Ravens fill glaring hole, but are they done?

The Ravens still had a glaring hole following the 2023 NFL Draft but is CB Rock Ya-Sin, who signed a one-year, $6 million contract on Wednesday, the answer?

Steelers announce jersey numbers for draft class

The Steelers officially announced on Wednesday what numbers their 2023 rookie draft class will be wearing, and some may be surprising.

Pirates will find out what they're made of amid tough stretch

The Pirates (20-10) have been one of the hottest teams in the MLB, but the team is about to find out what it's made of.

Watch: Joey Porter Jr. shares emotional moment with dad on draft night

Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. somehow fell out of the first round in the 2023 NFL Draft and cameras caught him sharing and emotional and educational moment with his dad amid the disappointment.

Did Bengals find gem in fourth round of NFL Draft?

It took the Bengals a lot longer than some believed to add to QB Joe Burrow's arsenal in the 2023 NFL Draft. However, they may have struck gold in the fourth round anyway.

Mike Tomlin approves of 'cool nickname' for Steelers GM

The Steelers have had an offseason to remember under general manager Omar Khan and it has earned him a new nickname.

Steelers make history with 2023 NFL Draft

The Steelers' new regime under general manager Omar Khan is certainly putting its stamp on the team as they did something in the 2023 NFL Draft the franchise hasn't done in almost four decades.

Ravens' latest decision hints at departure of former first-round pick

The Ravens made a big decision regarding their 2020 first-round pick yesterday and it hints the team is preparing to say goodbye. 

How Ravens can fill glaring hole following NFL Draft

The Ravens still have a glaring hole at cornerback following the 2023 NFL Draft. Here's how they should address the position.

Why the Browns had a sneaky good draft

The Browns didn't make their first selection in the 2023 NFL Draft until pick No. 74 in the third round. Some may overlook Cleveland's draft class because of their lack of high draft capital, but don't.

Did the Steelers have the NFL's best draft?

Steelers general manager Omar Khan had a weekend to remember, assembling one of the NFL's top draft classes.

Best, worst draft picks in the AFC North

Now that the NFL Draft is completed, it's time for us to weigh in on bests and worsts.

Ravens land third-round steal, but still have glaring hole

The Baltimore Ravens have yet to address their major need at cornerback in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Browns smartly address both sides of ball after long draft wait

The Cleveland Browns made selections on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball in the third round of the NFL Draft on Friday.

Steelers reunite massive teammates with 93rd pick in draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers traded down in the third round on Friday and may well have ended up with the steal of the draft.

Bengals double-down on defense with 60th pick in draft

The Cincinnati Bengals have been drafting on the defensive side of the ball in Kansas City, a sign of just how confidence they are in their Joe Burrow-led offense.

Steelers beef up defensive line with versatile run-stuffer

Benton, 21, brings some much-needed youth to the Steelers' aging defensive line. He has 60 tackles, seven sacks and four passes defensed from 2021-22. 

Steelers bring Joey Porter Jr. home; dad pleased

After mulling multiple offers for the top pick in the second round, the Steelers stuck with their love of family ties and brought another Porter to Pittsburgh.

Bengals draft 'freakish' edge-rusher with pick No. 28

It only took the Bengals about a minute to turn in their first-round pick selection on night one, adding another quarterback hunter to their defense.