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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

Bengals add to Joe Burrow's arsenal in latest mock draft

NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks has released his mock draft 3.0 and the former player and NFL scout has the Bengals continuing to make Joe Burrow a very happy man.

Ravens hosting potential replacement for Lamar Jackson

The Ravens are planning a visit with one of the 2023 NFL Draft's top prospects in the wake of their star QB asking for a trade.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins changes jersey number

A day after the NFL announced that players are now allowed to wear the number zero, Bengals WR Tee Higgins revealed he is switching numbers. However, he won't be joining Jaguars WR Calvin Ridley to rock the new number.

Ravens on a concerning streak following Lamar Jackson trade request

The Ravens may be having their worst offseason in recent memory, and to make matters worse, it is adding to a concerning streak the team has been on over the last four years.

Omar Khan hints Steelers aren't done in free agency

The Steelers have been busier than usual in free agency with Omar Khan in charge and their new general manager hinted they aren't quite done adding to the roster yet.

Ravens lose key veteran leader amid tumultuous offseason

As the Ravens navigate the Lamar Jackson situation, the team lost a defensive cog and key leader on Wednesday.

Three biggest concerns for Cincinnati Bengals before the draft

As the team prepares to pay QB Joe Burrow, it did have to say goodbye to some of its key contributors. Here are the team's three biggest concerns.

Ravens receive worst AFC North free-agency grade

The Ravens offseason has not gone as planned and Pro Football Focus' free agency grade for them reflects that. 

Three biggest concerns for Pittsburgh Steelers before the draft

The Steelers have been quite busy in free agency after having a strong 7-2 finish in 2022. Fans in Pittsburgh are hopeful for its rebuilt roster, but should they be confident in every free-agent signing?

Bengals add another weapon for Joe Burrow

The Bengals are giving QB Joe Burrow another weapon after striking a deal late Monday night.

Three biggest concerns for Cleveland Browns before the draft

The Browns, who finished 7-10 and last in the AFC North in 2022, are trying to make a splash once again this offseason.

Bengals sign Super Bowl champion CB

It is still unknown whether the move closes the door on a potential return of CB Eli Apple, who ranks as Pro Football Focus' No. 66 remaining free agent.

Steelers still plan to add to position of need

The Steelers have been busy rebuilding their roster for 2023 and they still have plans to address a position of need this offseason.

Three biggest concerns for Baltimore Ravens before the draft

With QB Lamar Jackson's future in Baltimore in doubt, the team hasn't been able to fill roster holes. Here are Baltimore's three biggest concerns.

Mike Tomlin expects 'much more' from this player in 2023

Mike Tomlin has never been shy in sharing his expectations for players and he believes the best is yet to come for one of the Steelers who just re-signed.

Browns named 'best fit' for two-time Super Bowl champion

The Browns have been building around DE Myles Garrett throughout free agency and NFL.com's Nick Shook believes they shouldn't be done doing so.

Steelers need to sign top free-agent S available

Safety Terrell Edmunds posted his goodbye to the Steelers yesterday. Pittsburgh is now in need of a safety and there is still a young, Super Bowl champion available.

Bengals among three teams in play to land top free-agent RB

The Bengals may be adding another weapon to QB Joe Burrow's arsenal after the top free-agent running back has narrowed his choices to three teams and included the Cincinnati. 

Steelers fall in latest power rankings

The Steelers have been quite busy since the start of free agency. However, NFL.com's Dan Hanzus doesn't believe they have done enough to keep up with the rest of the league.

Former first-rounder posts goodbye to Steelers

The Steelers continue to bring in outside talent and let their free agents walk, and that seems to be the case for Pittsburgh's 2018 first-round pick. 

Bengals named 'best fit' for top trade candidate

Not that the Bengals need any more firepower, but Pro Football Focus has named Cincinnati the best fit for one of the NFL's top trade candidates.

Why Browns got a great deal for WR Elijah Moore

Browns general manager Andrew Berry continues to give his best Les Snead impression after trading their second-round pick (No. 42) to the Jets for WR Elijah Moore and a third-round pick (No. 74).

Ben Roethlisberger almost played for another team in 2022

Ben Roethlisberger played 18 seasons for the Steelers, which is the longest for a quarterback with one team in his career. However, he almost lost the record in 2022.

Ravens could officially lose veteran leader soon

The Ravens released 15-year veteran defensive end Calais Campbell last Monday but "have not closed the door on the possibility of him returning." However, the door might be closed very soon.

Several teams interested in Bengals' Jonah Williams

Bengals' left tackle Jonah Williams requested a trade after the team signed Orlando Brown Jr. to a four-year, $64.09 million contract a week ago and he may be on the move sooner than later.