WILL GRAVES
FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is shown prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz. Tomlin says the organization will support most forms of social justice protest by his players, including kneeling during the national anthem. Tomlin says as the organization is on board with any protest as long it is done "thoughtfully and with class." (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Tomlin: Steelers will support players if they opt to kneel

By Will Graves Jun. 23, 2020 04:17 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wants his players to

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward stands on the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. Heyward isn't sure what his future holds. The club hasn't contacted the Pro Bowler about an extension as he enters the final year of his current deal. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Steelers' Heyward: team will be united if it opts to protest

By Will Graves Jun. 18, 2020 06:24 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward is well-versed in the sometimes messy optics

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (30) plays during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Pittsburgh. Conner stressed he's not concerned about his future as he enters the final year of his contract. The team declined to offer him an extension following three seasons in which he has struggled to stay healthy. "That's the game," Conner said.(AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Steelers RB Conner focusing on present, not uncertain future

By Will Graves Jun. 02, 2020 07:01 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner didn't treat the quarantine caused by the COVID

FILE - In this Jan. 23, 2020, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers NFL football player Minkah Fitzpatrick gestures during practice for the Pro Bowl in Kissimmee, Fla. Fitzpatrick isn't sure when he'll get a chance to be around his teammates again. In a weird way though, the potentially chaotic schedule that lies ahead for the NFL could be a boon to the Steelers, who bring back 10 starters on a defense that finished fifth in the league last season. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)
Fitzpatrick: modified schedule could benefit Steelers

By Will Graves May. 26, 2020 03:11 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick is missing the somewhat leisurely pace of

FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2020, file photo, Maryland running back Anthony McFarland runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Steelers rookie running back Anthony McFarland is doing Zoom meetings with coaches then heading outside to see if he's lining up in the right spots. Yeah, it's weird, but he and his fellow rookies are making due. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Crash Course: Steelers rookies adapting to "virtual" path

By Will Graves May. 09, 2020 02:05 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — This isn't quite the way Anthony McFarland expected his NFL

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Alex Highsmith, center, reacts after being selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 24, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Old school: Steelers focus on seniors in draft

By Will Graves Apr. 25, 2020 09:06 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers love to pick younger players. A

Chase Claypool talks to the media at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020 in Indianapolis. (Detroit Lions via AP)
Help for Ben? Steelers nab WR Chase Claypool in 2nd round

By Will Graves Apr. 24, 2020 08:43 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chase Claypool had no idea he was on the Pittsburgh Steelers'

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin talks during a post game news conference after an NFL football game against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J. The NFL Draft is April 23-25, 2020. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Throwback Thursday: Steelers rare first-round spectators

By Will Graves Apr. 23, 2020 03:31 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin doesn't need to let the post-NFL draft grades

FILE - This is a 1975, file photo showing Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Lambert. The menacing Lambert, drafted in 1974, earned All-Pro honors five times. (AP Photo/File)
Curtain Calls: Hall of Famers highlight top Steelers picks

By Will Graves Apr. 21, 2020 07:01 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Joe Greene. Before Terry

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron (85) carries his son as he leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Indianapolis. Ebron is embracing a fresh start in Pittsburgh after an ugly divorce with the Indianappolis Colts. The Steelers signed Ebron to a two-year contract last week. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
'Prime' time? TE Ebron eager to start over with Steelers

By Will Graves Apr. 02, 2020 04:17 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron isn't worried about Ben Roethlisberger's

Steelers not concerned about limited pre-draft preparation

By Will Graves Mar. 31, 2020 07:32 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert isn't

FILE - In this Aug. 15, 2019, file photo, then Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Stefen Wisniewski (61) watches from the bench during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Pittsburgh Steelers officially signed the well-traveled Wisniewski to a two-year deal on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, bringing the veteran offensive lineman to his hometown. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Happy Homecoming; Wisniewski thrilled to join Steelers

By Will Graves Mar. 27, 2020 01:02 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Six months ago, Stefen Wisniewski's Sundays consisted of

FILE - In this Nov. 12, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers fullback Derek Watt (34) runs after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Watt couldn't pass up the opportunity to play with his younger brother T.J. It's the main reason the fullback agreed to a three-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Watt eager for fresh start, family reunion in Pittsburgh

By Will Graves Mar. 26, 2020 06:36 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Turns out, Derek Watt's reunion with younger brother T.J. has

Kansas City Chiefs offensive guard Stefen Wisniewski (61) celebrates a touchdown in an NFL divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020 in Kansas City. The Chiefs defeated the Texans 51-31 (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Steelers reach agreements with TE Ebron, OG Wisniewski

By Will Graves Mar. 20, 2020 04:44 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is getting a little help. The defensive

Family ties: FB Derek Watt joins brother TJ with Steelers

By Will Graves Mar. 18, 2020 05:25 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers turned the opening day of free agency

FILE - In this Aug. 9, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers Ryan Shazier, center, watches warmups before an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed the inside linebacker Ryan Shazier on the reserved/retired list. But the team says the move doesn't rule out the possibility of Shazier playing again. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Steelers place LB Shazier on reserve/retired list

By Will Graves Mar. 17, 2020 02:06 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan Shazier's NFL career is over. For now at least.

On eve of Hall vote, Faneca focusing on family, not football

By Will Graves Jan. 30, 2020 01:58 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The most important lead block of Alan Faneca's life came far

FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2016, file photo, former NFL player Donnie Shell smiles during induction ceremonies for former teammate Tony Dungy (not shown), in Canton, Ohio. Donnie Shell knew he was ahead of his time. It's why the Pittsburgh Steelers safety never worried about whether he'd get into the Hall of Fame. His long wait ended this week, when he got the call more than 30 years after playing his final game. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Worth the wait; Steelers' great Shell reveling in Hall nod

By Will Graves Jan. 16, 2020 07:41 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Donnie Shell knows what a Hall of Famer looks like.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Rooney: Steelers standing pat at QB heading into 2020

By Will Graves Jan. 15, 2020 04:27 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Art Rooney II isn't quite sure what to make of what the

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) tries to throw a pass from his team's end zone as Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr (39) grabs him during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. Hodges was penalized for an intentional grounding penalty and the Ravens were given two points on a the safety. The Ravens won 28-10. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Half full or half empty? Steelers' 2019 a wild mixed bag

By Will Graves Dec. 30, 2019 02:04 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The bottom didn't fall out, so there's that.