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FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Trai Turner (70) blocks during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Inglewood, Calif. The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Turner to a one-year contract after minicamp in June 2021, as the team had a significant hole along the offensive line following the surprise release of longtime right guard David DeCastro. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit, File)
Veteran OL Turner looks to fill in on revamped Steelers line

By Dan Scifo Jul. 30, 2021 04:13 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 5, 2006, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers' Alan Faneca holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl 15 football game in Detroit. The most memorable example of Faneca's brilliant blocking and dominance up front came on football's biggest stage in February 2006 during Pittsburgh's 21-10 victory over Seattle in the Super Bowl. Faneca was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his sixth year of eligibility and it is an honor that many believe was a long time coming. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Faneca set tone for Steelers' O-line on way to Hall of Fame

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 30, 2021 12:24 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins throws during NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
'Built to last': In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability

By Dave Campbell Jul. 28, 2021 07:21 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) uses bands during an NFL football practice, Saturday, July 24, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Smith-Schuster returns to Steelers seeking strong season

By Dan Scifo Jul. 26, 2021 07:31 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) hands off to running back Najee Harris (22) on a drill during an NFL football practice, Thursday, July 22, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers maintain Super Bowl expectations despite turnover

By Dan Scifo Jul. 22, 2021 08:02 PM EDT

Steelers open camp with new faces, same expectations

By The Associated Press Jul. 19, 2021 01:55 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) CAMP SITE: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania LAST YEAR: The Steelers used a franchise-best 11-0 start...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher works the sidelines against the Cincinnati Bengals in Pittsburgh, in this Sunday Nov. 28, 1999, file photo. Cowher, who won 149 games and a Super Bowl in 15 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1992-2006, will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame next month. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Cowher caps unlikely success story with Hall of Fame nod

By Will Graves Jul. 19, 2021 01:43 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins (3) and tight end Eric Ebron (85) work during the team's NFL minicamp football practice in Pittsburgh, Thursday, June 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Former Washington QB Haskins seeks fresh start with Steelers

By Dan Scifo Jun. 17, 2021 04:39 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) stretches during the team's NFL mini-camp football practice in Pittsburgh, Wednesday, June 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Steelers to lean on veterans, youth to fill secondary void

By Dan Scifo Jun. 16, 2021 06:21 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the team's NFL mini-camp football practice in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, June 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
New Steelers OC Canada to lean on Roethlisberger, run game

By Dan Scifo Jun. 15, 2021 06:08 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) warms up before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, in this Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, file photo. The Steelers quarterback is the only signal-caller under contract for next season after signing a one-year deal early this spring, meaning he may get the first shot at replacing Ben Roethlisberger. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Rudolph focusing on present, not future after extension

By Will Graves Jun. 08, 2021 05:05 PM EDT

File-This Jan. 10, 2021, file photo shows Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) looking a the scoreboard as he walks off the field during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Pittsburgh. Roethlisberger said it was his idea to take a voluntary pay cut and help ensure his return for an 18th season. Roethlisberger spoke for the first time on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, since he agreed to a new contract in March that assured the 39-year-old would be back with the Steelers in 2021, the only NFL team he’s ever known.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Roethlisberger says it was his idea to take pay cut

By Dan Scifo Jun. 01, 2021 04:29 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers Cam Heyward stretches during practice at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, in this Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, file photo. Heyward was among the majority of Steelers who participated in the first day of organized team activities on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, a month after saying they would sit out due to concerns over health and safety protocols.(Peter Diana/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP, File)
What boycott? Majority of Steelers arrive on time for OTAs

By Will Graves May. 25, 2021 04:10 PM EDT

FILE - Penn State tight end Pat Freiermuth (87) looks for a pass during warmups before an NCAA college football game against Ohio State in State College, Pa., in this Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, file photo. Steelers rookie Freiermuth took over former tight end Vance McDonald's locker ... right next to quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger, File)
Fresh start: Steelers rookies understand high expectations

By Will Graves May. 14, 2021 04:19 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. The Steelers have the 24th overall pick in the draft and could use it to find a replacement for longtime Pro Bowl center Maurkice Pouncey, who retired during the offseason.(AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Ready to run? Steelers use draft to address running game

By Will Graves May. 01, 2021 08:12 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. The Steelers have the 24th overall pick in the draft and could use it to find a replacement for longtime Pro Bowl center Maurkice Pouncey, who retired during the offseason.(AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Steelers focus on physicality in early rounds of NFL draft

By Will Graves Apr. 30, 2021 09:06 PM EDT

Images of Alabama running back Najee Harris are displayed after the Pittsburgh Steelers made him the 25th pick in the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Steelers turn to Alabama star Harris to jump-start run game

By Will Graves Apr. 29, 2021 11:29 PM EDT

Steelers sign QB Mason Rudolph to extension through 2022

Apr. 29, 2021 08:03 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed backup quarterback Mason Rudolph to a one-year contract extension through the 2022 season. ...

FILE - In this Feb. 5, 2021, file photo, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell talks during a ceremony as part of Super Bowl 55 in Tampa, Fla. The NFL is modifying COVID-19 protocols for all personnel who have been fully vaccinated. In a memo sent by Commissioner Roger Goodell to the 32 clubs Friday, April 23, 2021, and obtained by The Associated Press, he cited the “advice of our medical and scientific experts” for the agreement to modify protocols to ”reflect the reduced risk of infection and transmission for fully vaccinated individuals." (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Column: Will draft make your team better? Don't bet on it.

By Tim Dahlberg Apr. 27, 2021 02:53 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin talks to players on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Monday, Sept. 14, 2020, file photo. The Steelers signed their longtime head coach to a three-year contract extension on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, that runs through the 2024 season. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Steelers comfortable with QB situation ahead of NFL draft

By Will Graves Apr. 26, 2021 05:16 PM EDT