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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

Steelers rookie has been 'as advertised' with starting job locked up

It's safe to say the second-rounder has lived up to expectations thus far.

Cardinals HC believes Kyler Murray is 'leaps and bounds ahead' of last year

Jonathan Gannon praised his quarterback as the team looks to take a step forward in 2024.

Top five most valuable people for Cleveland Browns in 2024

The Browns proved to have one of the most complete rosters in the NFL after making the playoffs with five different starting quarterbacks last season. With a full offseason to get healthy and some extra continuity, Cleveland has bigger goals this year.

Top five most valuable people for Cincinnati Bengals in 2024

The Bengals nearly made the playoffs last season with backup quarterback Jake Browning.

Top five most valuable people for Baltimore Ravens in 2024

The Ravens have Super Bowl aspirations once again this year after falling to the eventual Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC title game last season. Here are the franchise's five most valuable people for 2024 as it looks to take the next step.

Top five most valuable people for Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024

The Steelers arguably upgraded nearly every position on its roster, giving the team the confidence it needs to end its seven-year playoff win drought.

Russell Wilson has interesting comments on Steelers' chances to contend in 2024

There's a reason head coach Mike Tomlin has never had a losing season in his 17 years coaching Pittsburgh.

WR George Pickens confident in Steelers offense heading into season

Rumors continue to circulate around the Steelers potentially trading for 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, and while he would elevate Pittsburgh's pass attack, the team is confident in what it currently has.

Steelers QB Russell Wilson won't 'play with fear' in return to action

Some would argue that Russell Wilson doesn't need to risk reaggravating his calf injury in the preseason, but he doesn't feel the same.

OC focused on Steelers WRs amid Brandon Aiyuk trade talks

It seems Pittsburgh will have to wait at least a little bit longer to see if it will land Aiyuk, so in the meantime, offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is solely focused on the players currently on the roster.

Dolphins former first-round pick confident he'll be 'a monster' after season-ending injury

He seems more motivated than ever with his injury behind him.

Cardinals HC says first-round pick '1,000 percent' has chance to start

There's no question that the first of the Cardinals' 2024 first-round picks — wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. — will be a Week 1 starter, but will their second be as well?

One recurring question about 2024 Packers makes HC Matt LaFleur 'want to vomit'

The Packers turned heads with their finish to the 2023 season, but are still facing questions about their prospects in 2024. LaFleur is tired of hearing one of those questions.

Commanders give 'Alien' WR one last chance at NFL comeback

The Commanders have plenty of talent and depth at wide receiver, but that didn't top them from adding yet another playmaker ahead of the 2024 season.

Steelers OC believes veteran specialist 'adds a different element' to offense

While many continue to speculate whether the Steelers will add another wide receiver before the start of the regular season, Pittsburgh believes one of its newest additions is being overlooked.

Steelers CB 'knocking the rust off' with hopes of shadowing WR1s again

The Steelers are excited to see if cornerback Joey Porter Jr. can take his game to another level following a promising rookie campaign.

Steelers high on rookie O-linemen: 'Exactly who we thought they were'

The Steelers invested three of their first five picks in the 2024 NFL Draft on offensive linemen and they believe they are already reaping the benefits.

Why Steelers shouldn't entertain reunion with former second-round WR

Juju Smith-Schuster would not only bring health concerns back to Pittsburgh but potentially some unnecessary distractions as well.

Three players to watch in Browns' first preseason game

The Browns are preparing for their first preseason action on Saturday when they host the Packers. Here are three players to watch.

Three players to watch in Bengals' first preseason game

Here are three Bengals to watch in its first preseason game vs. Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Jets HC offers promising injury update on former first-round WR

The Jets took a chance on the veteran wide receiver this offseason, signing him to a one-year deal.

Giants rookie WR reflects on first preseason action

The Giants selected wide receiver Malik Nabers as the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, hoping he could turn into the No. 1 wide receiver they've been missing.

Deebo Samuel shares how 'weird' it is to not share field with Brandon Aiyuk

Only time will tell if and when Brandon Aiyuk will be on the move, but fellow wide receiver Deebo Samuel doesn't want to get used to not lining up with his teammate of four years.

49ers add veteran WR amid Brandon Aiyuk trade speculation

While rumors swirl around the 49ers potentially trading away wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, they decided to cover all their bases on Thursday.

Three players to watch in Ravens' first preseason game

John Harbaugh ruled out Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry for the club's first preseason game. With that in mind, here are three Ravens to watch.