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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

Will there be an Odell Beckham Jr. reunion in Cleveland?

Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is looking for a new home. Could a reunion with the Cleveland Browns be in the cards?

Why Mike Tomlin remains Steelers' best offseason weapon

Tomlin, who has been named a players coach for some time now, continues to stand out from the rest for more than one reason.

What Deshaun Watson's restructured contract means for Browns

The Browns signed QB Deshaun Watson to a record-setting, five-year, $230 million fully guaranteed contract a year ago. Today the team restructured his contract, a move that has a significant impact on the team's timeline.

Steelers take 'super freak' CB in latest mock draft

The Steelers have been searching for a lockdown cornerback for some time and they may just land one in Pro Football Focus' latest mock draft. 

Ravens should target recently released veteran WR

The Ravens are in desperate need of a receiver and an ideal fit may have just been released for their taking. The Vikings released WR Adam Thielen and Baltimore should go all in on the veteran.

Why Steelers could make big splash in free agency

The Steelers aren't in the best position to make many moves in free agency. However, it wouldn't be surprising if Pittsburgh found a way to land at least one of the league's top free agents.

Three hottest seats on the Cincinnati Bengals

After back-to-back AFC Championship Game appearances and a Super Bowl appearance in 2021, things are mostly peachy for the Cincinnati Bengals. But that doesn't mean there's nobody on the team feeling the heat heading into 2023.

Lamar Jackson can make history under non-exclusive tag

In the 30 years of NFL free agency, a quarterback has never signed an offer sheet with another team after getting the non-exclusive tag and wound up on that team.

Three hottest seats on the Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens made the playoffs in 2022, but it was a quick exit without QB Lamar Jackson, whose future in Baltimore is in doubt. Here are three hot seats within the organization.

Ravens agree to trade veteran safety to Jets

All in all, the trade makes sense for both teams as they begin to build their rosters for 2023.

Three hottest seats on the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers began 2022 2-6 but turned it around after their bye to finish 9-8. It was an impressive finish for Pittsburgh because it played the majority of the season with rookie QB Kenny Pickett as starter. Here are three hot seats within the organization.

The three hottest seats for the Cleveland Browns

If Cleveland can't find a winning formula in 2023, here are three people who could be on the hottest seats.

Ravens trade Lamar Jackson in latest mock draft

QB Lamar Jackson's future in Baltimore has never been more in doubt and the latest mock draft has the Ravens moving on from the 2019 NFL MVP.

Steelers should look to 2012 for 2023 NFL Draft strategy

The Steelers have been linked to a number of different players in the 2023 NFL Draft. But when the times comes to pick at No. 17, Pittsburgh should do something it hasn't since 2012.

Ravens should target two-time Super Bowl champion

The Ravens should be putting all of their energy into working on an extension for QB Lamar Jackson. But once Jackson's future is decided, Baltimore should go after a player that already has two rings in his career.

Browns should sign this speedy WR in free agency

The Browns must continue building around QB Deshaun Watson in hopes he returns to his pre-2021 form in 2023, and there's a speedy receiver set to hit the open market who would likely help.

Should the Steelers target free-agent LB Eric Kendricks?

The Steelers have a clear need at inside linebacker and Eric Kendricks, one of the league's most consistent players at the position, was just released.

Bengals linked to two-time Super Bowl champion

The Bengals don't have a lot of holes to fill in their roster this offseason. But one of their few may be filled with a two-time Super Bowl champion.

Jessie Bates III eying move to AFC North rival?

Jessie Bates III is likely heading to free agency after and it sounds like he would be interested in sticking around in the AFC North.

Why Steelers shouldn't go get WR Jordan Addison

WR Jordan Addison told the Steelers to "come get" him at the NFL Scouting Combine last week.

Joey Porter Jr. reveals what being drafted by Steelers would mean

The Steelers and Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr. have been linked together for some time now.

Ravens land 'polished' WR in latest mock draft

The Ravens are going to add a receiver to their roster this offseason and NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks has them doing it in his latest mock draft. Brooks has Baltimore selecting Ohio State WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba with pick No.

Ravens listed as favorite to land All-Pro CB

The Ravens don't have a lot of capital heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, holding just five picks. But they may just give their best Rams impression and go all in on a three-time First-Team All-Pro cornerback.

Should the Steelers bring back LB Bud Dupree?

The Steelers let LB Bud Dupree go in free agency two years ago. If they have a chance to bring him back this offseason, should they? 

Will the Ravens trade back in the 2023 NFL Draft?

The Ravens' five draft picks are the fewest they have had since 1999 when they had four. Will Baltimore trade back in order to obtain more in the 2023 NFL Draft?