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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

Browns exploring move for intriguing WR

The Browns may just have one more splash play to make before free agency ends and it involves acquiring another weapon for QB Deshaun Watson.

Steelers must re-sign this safety

The Steelers have brought in more players from other teams than they have re-signed throughout free agency. However, there is still one player of their own who need to re-sign as soon as possible.

Should Steelers trade an offensive lineman after free-agent adds?

The Steelers haven't been shy in rebuilding their offensive line through free agency. However, after adding a couple of new pieces, should they move off another one?

Now is the time for the Ravens to acquire WR DeAndre Hopkins

The Ravens have been very quiet since the start of free agency, but now is the time for them to make their first splash of the offseason. Talks are reportedly "ramping up" surrounding the status of Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins, and Baltimore should go all in to acquire the veteran receiver.

Browns solidify backup QB with latest signing

A familiar face is returning to Cleveland that will bring the team better security at the quarterback position in 2023.

Why the Bengals are just fine at safety

The Bengals lost both of their starting safeties Jessie Bates III and Vonn Bell in free agency. However, they are going to be just fine at the position heading into the 2023 season.

Could Steelers do something they haven't done since 1996 at 2023 draft?

The Steelers' new regime, led by general manager Omar Khan and assistant general manager Andy Weidl, has been putting its stamp on the team. And based off Khan and Weidl's recent moves in free agency, it looks like the team may just do something it hasn't done in almost 30 years.

Ravens' inactivity in free agency hits new low

The Ravens have only made a handful of moves since the beginning of free agency last week. But how bad has their inactivity been compared to the rest of the NFL?

Browns receive A+ grade for free-agent signing

The Browns have made a few signings in free agency thus far. However, one seems to stand out from the rest and Pro Football Focus believes it's one of the best of the offseason.

Ravens host top remaining free-agent CB

The 26-year-old is already looking for his third home in the NFL heading into his fifth season.

Bengals offensive tackle requests trade

The Bengals made a big splash in free agency by signing LT Orlando Brown Jr. to a four-year, $64.09 million contract Wednesday. But not everyone on the team was happy with the move.

Steelers will host former fan favorite in 2023

The Steelers lost one of their fans' favorite players of the past five years following the 2021 season. But after not meeting in 2022, Pittsburgh will finally come face to face with its friend-turned-foe.

Browns eyeing two pass catchers during free agency

The Browns have been somewhat quiet since day one of free agency but it may be because they have something else planned. The team is eyeing two potential targets for QB Deshaun Watson.

Steelers sign two-time Super Bowl champion, cut veteran LB

The Steelers will officially have a new-look inside linebacker group in 2023. They needed an overhaul at the position following the 2022 season, and they have certainly done that.

Mike Tomlin reveals best Steelers defense he's coached

Ben Roethlisberger hosted Mike Tomlin on his podcast this week. He asked the Steelers' head coach, who is heading into his 17th season, what the best defense he has coached in Pittsburgh has been and his answer might surprise you.

Why Bengals' Orlando Brown Jr. signing is massive

The Bengals signed LT Orlando Brown Jr. to a four-year, $64.09 million contract yesterday. It was their first splash play of free agency and it was a big one for multiple reasons.

Steelers OL is team's most underrated free agent signing

The Steelers have already made a number of moves to start free agency but one quiet signing may turn out to be the best out of the bunch.

Ravens sign Lamar Jackson's cousin to one-year deal

The Ravens are doing almost everything they can to convince QB Lamar Jackson to resign with them and their latest signing could be another effort to do so.

Panthers sign away Cincinnati Bengals fan favorite

Bengals fans have been forced to sit and watch some of their top free agents sign with other teams to start free agency.

Steelers fill glaring hole with latest move

The Steelers have been fairly busy since the start of free agency on Monday. However, after the first two days, they still had a clear hole in their roster.

Steelers keeping close eye on Clemson draft prospect

The Steelers' entire inside linebacker group combined for just one sack and zero interceptions, forced fumbles or fumble recoveries in 2022. Maybe Clemson's athletic linebacker can help bolster the group in 2023.

Browns building up trenches in free agency

The Browns' defensive line was lackluster outside of DE Myles Garrett in 2022. But the team has already made a couple of moves to make sure that doesn't happen again in 2023.

Bengals must fill void following 'dark day'

Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo said he didn't want to think about the "dark day" that it would be if he lost starting safeties Jessie Bates III and Vonn Bell this offseason. Now he has to.

Why Patrick Peterson will have great impact on Steelers

The Steelers made a surprising splash when they agreed to sign veteran CB Patrick Peterson to a two-year, $14 million deal. It may have not been the move anyone was expecting but Peterson has a lot to bring to Pittsburgh.

Ravens release six-time Pro Bowl DE

Many wondered if the 36-year-old would retire following the 2022 season. However, he reportedly wants to keep playing and believes he still has good football left.