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Steelers re-sign defensive lineman Tyson Alualu for 2 years

Apr. 01, 2021 04:33 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tyson Alualu is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers after all. The veteran defensive lineman signed a two-year contract Thursday that runs...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton (20) follows a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, in this Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, file photo. Steelers cornerback Cam Sutton has spent four seasons as the dutiful understudy. Now he finds himself a starter after re-signing with the team as a free agent, a move that came just days before Pittsburgh cut veteran starter Steven Nelson. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Steelers CB Sutton ready to step into starting role

By Will Graves Mar. 29, 2021 03:57 PM EDT

FILE - New Orleans Saints cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20) is shown during an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in New Orleans, in this Friday, Dec. 25, 2020, file photo. By releasing cornerback Janoris Jenkins, the New Orleans Saints are carrying a $7.2 million cap hit of dead money. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File)
Dupree ready to play with hair on fire to help Titans' D

By Teresa M. Walker Mar. 19, 2021 05:34 PM EDT

Steelers cut LB Williams, re-sign OL Banner, CB Sutton

By Will Graves Mar. 16, 2021 05:24 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers expected a bumpy offseason that was going to include some financially prudent but emotionally difficult decisions. ...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) works during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Atlanta, in this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo. Looking to bolster their pass rush to complement All-Pro Myles Garrett, the Cleveland Browns plan to sign free agent Takkarist McKinley, a person familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
AP source: Browns to sign DE McKinley to help Garrett

By Tom Withers Mar. 16, 2021 03:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 27, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) is greeted by his twin brother, outside linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49), after Shaquill Griffin intercepted a Dallas Cowboys pass during the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle. Shaquill Griffin is returning to the Sunshine State. He could be bringing his twin brother with him. A person familiar with negotiations says Griffin and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed on a three-year contract worth up to $44.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
AP source: CB Griffin to join Jaguars in defensive overhaul

By Mark Long Mar. 16, 2021 01:53 PM EDT

AP Source: Titans agree to terms with Dupree, Autry, Lamm

By Teresa M. Walker Mar. 15, 2021 09:54 PM EDT
NASHVILLE, Ten. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans looked to improve their anemic pass rush with their first two free agent deals, agreeing to terms with linebacker...

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert signs 1-year contract extension

Mar. 15, 2021 03:04 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevin Colbert is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team's long-time general manager signed a one-year contract...

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST

Steelers have many needs but little money in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 04:37 PM EST
PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, LB Bud Dupree, LT Alejandro Villanueva, RB James Conner, LB...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) has a laugh with teammates in drills during an NFL football practice in Pittsburgh, in this Tuesday, May 21, 2019, file photo. Ben Roethlisberger is returning for an 18th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and is taking a pay cut to do it. The team and the two-time Super Bowl winner announced on Thursday, March 4, 2021, they have agreed on a new contract that assures the 39-year-old will be back in 2021.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Steelers, Roethlisberger agree to new deal for 2021 season

By Will Graves Mar. 04, 2021 02:59 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, late Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers planning on Roethlisberger's return in 2021

Feb. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (14) makes a diving catch in front of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton (27) during the second half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla. Applying franchise and even transition tags to players can have major ramifications on a team's present and future. That was never more of a consideration than this year, with the salary cap decreasing by, for now, $18 million. That's the first time the cap has gone down, which is due to lost revenues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.(AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)
Playing tag is no kids' game for NFL teams

By Barry Wilner Feb. 23, 2021 05:12 PM EST

Steelers GM Colbert: Work to do to bring back Big Ben

By Will Graves Feb. 17, 2021 03:36 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is still a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet despite optimistic overtones from both the team and its longtime...

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson walks off the field before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Houston. Star quarterback Deshaun Watson has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, because they weren’t authorized to discuss the request publicly. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL carousel will spin soon, and not just for quarterbacks

By Barry Wilner Feb. 10, 2021 12:10 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) stands on the sideline after throwing an interception during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Tomlin: a lot of work ahead after Steelers' playoff flameout

By Will Graves Jan. 13, 2021 02:40 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, left, talks with his defense, including outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90), during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
What now? Steelers face uncertain future after quick exit

By Will Graves Jan. 12, 2021 07:15 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) scores on a 40-yard pass play with Cleveland Browns strong safety Karl Joseph (42) and Robert Jackson, rear, defending during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
End of an era? Steelers facing big questions after loss

By Will Graves Jan. 11, 2021 01:46 AM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) runs past Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Vince Williams (98) during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Same old Browns? Hardly. Cleveland drills Steelers 48-37

By Will Graves Jan. 10, 2021 11:52 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Mahomes leads champion Chiefs to 14-2 mark in stacked AFC

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 07, 2021 04:13 PM EST