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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

Super Bowl LVII shows why Steelers still have a ways to go

Super Bowl LVII was a high-flying contest that had a total of 73 points scored. Did it expose just how far away the Steelers are from getting back to the big game?

Bengals' Super Bowl LVIII odds revealed

The Bengals opened as a top five favorite to win it all next season behind just the Chiefs and Bills and tied with the Eagles and 49ers.

Steelers' Cameron Heyward cameos in first Super Bowl commercial

Steelers DT Cameron Heyward appeared in what might have been the best commercial during Super Bowl LVII. It was his first cameo during the big game and is certainly a must see for everyone who has yet to see it.

Jerome Bettis gives his take on current state of Steelers

There have been many questions surrounding what the Steelers will look like next season ever since the team decided to keep Matt Canada as its offensive coordinator.

T.J. Watt says 'time is now' for Steelers

The Steelers have been in a bit of a dry spell when it comes to postseason success as of late. However, LB T.J. Watt believes 2023 will be their year. 

Longtime DE among potential cut candidates for Ravens

Baltimore is projected to have $27.83 million in cap space, but if it hopes to sign QB Lamar Jackson, who will command a massive payday it will need to free up some space.

Former No. 1 overall pick highlights potential Browns departures

The Browns are projected to be $14.38 million over the cap due, in part, to the hefty contract they gave QB Deshaun Watson last offseason. As such, there are likely tough cost-cutting decisions to be made.

Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase addresses Joe Burrow's mindset amid contract talks

The Bengals are getting set to pay Joe Burrow, but team and player will have to navigate the delicate balance between paying the player what he's worth while keeping enough money in the budget to field a competitive team.

J.J. Watt says he's 'all-in' on the Steelers

Steelers fans have always dreamed of a day when all three Watt brothers would play together in the Steel City. However, with J.J. Watt's recent retirement, they may just have to settle for the next best thing.

A surprise headlines potential cuts by Bengals

The Bengals seem to be in a good spot heading into the offseason with a projected $35.73 million in cap space. However, things could get tricky once they pay QB Joe Burrow.

A QB could be among potential cuts by Steelers

The Steelers must make tough decisions in the coming months as they find themselves in a difficult salary cap situation. Pittsburgh has a projected $331,000 in cap space and an important offseason ahead.

Ravens' Mark Andrews gives hilarious response to Lamar Jackson contract talks

Rumors are swirling about QB Lamar Jackson's future in Baltimore. And Ravens TE Mark Andrews is willing to do anything to keep his quarterback in town.

Two Steelers picks highlight ESPN's 2022 redraft

The Steelers didn't pick until No. 20 on day one of the 2022 NFL Draft. However, ESPN believes Pittsburgh landed two rookies that deserved to be drafted in the top half of the first round.

Browns' Myles Garrett gives update following Pro Bowl scare

Browns fans had a little bit of a scare during the Pro Bowl games last weekend when Myles Garrett was seen limping off of the field in Las Vegas. The star defensive end recently shared an update on his status.

Why the Ravens are just fine at running back

There have been some questioning whether or not the Ravens need to add to their running back room this offseason. Here is why they don't.

What Brian Flores' departure means for the Steelers

It's an important offseason in Pittsburgh, and one of its biggest signings may turn out to not even be a player — but a big-name coach in the same vein as the Flores hire last year.

Insider reveals who will be in Steelers 2023 QB room

The Steelers seem to have found their franchise quarterback in Kenny Pickett. But one of the questions Pittsburgh must answer this offseason is who will be backing him up in 2023.

Where does WR A.J. Green rank in Bengals history?

Wide receiver A.J. Green has called it a career after 12 seasons in the NFL. He spent the last two years in Arizona, but he'll always be remembered as a Bengal. So where does he rank all-time in Cincinnati?

Steelers should bolster offensive line with Senior Bowl standout

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was not shy in showing his interest in the offensive linemen during the Senior Bowl, and there's one lineman who could be a perfect fit for Pittsburgh.

LB T.J. Watt shares expectations for Steelers defense in 2023

The Steelers came up just short of making the playoffs in 2022. Now with their sights on next season, LB T.J. Watt has high expectations for his defense in hopes of making it back to the postseason.

Former Browns DC Joe Woods has new NFL home

Joe Woods has spent the last three years of his career in Cleveland as defensive coordinator. After being fired by the Browns last month, he has since found a new home.

Insider provides Lamar Jackson contract update

The Ravens' No. 1 priority this offseason is extending QB Lamar Jackson but it doesn't sound like a lot of progress is being made towards that end.

Analyst believes Steelers should sign former first-round DT in free agency

The Steelers defensive line is aging. CBS Sports believes Pittsburgh should sign Washington's 2018 first-round pick in free agency.

Ravens Super Bowl-winning QB disrespected on all-time list

The Ravens are lucky enough to have had two quarterbacks lead them to win a Super Bowl. Although it's an impressive feat to do so, one of them has been disrespected on the all-time Super Bowl QB rankings list.

Steelers' T.J. Watt reveals when he knew Kenny Pickett was 'the guy'

Steelers QB Kenny Pickett had an uneven rookie season, but Pittsburgh star linebacker T.J. Watt believes he's a franchise quarterback.