James Conner
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 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 - Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury, left, and general manager Steve Keim discuss the upcoming NFL football draft during a news conference in Tempe, Ariz., in this Tuesday, April 16, 2019, file photo. They'll pick at No. 16 spot in the first round of the NFL Draft, April 29-May 1, 2021, and seem likely to target a defensive player, particularly a cornerback. (AP Photo/Matt York, File)
Quick impact? Cards expect early picks will help from Day 1

By David Brandt May. 01, 2021 08:10 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

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey (53) snaps the ball and blocks for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Pittsburgh, in this Sunday, Dec. 27, 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/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Steelers have plenty to shop for with 24th overall pick

By Will Graves Apr. 23, 2021 03:53 PM EDT

FILE - Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury, left, and general manager Steve Keim discuss the upcoming NFL football draft during a news conference in Tempe, Ariz., in this Tuesday, April 16, 2019, file photo. They'll pick at No. 16 spot in the first round of the NFL Draft, April 29-May 1, 2021, and seem likely to target a defensive player, particularly a cornerback. (AP Photo/Matt York, File)
Arizona flush with vets, now eyes youthful help in secondary

By David Brandt Apr. 23, 2021 02:45 PM EDT

Steelers enter draft searching for immediate impact players

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:29 PM EDT
24. PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) LAST SEASON: The Steelers ran off to the best start in franchise history (11-0) behind a resurgent...

Arizona Cardinals sign RB Conner to one-year deal

Apr. 13, 2021 03:43 PM EDT
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals have signed running back James Conner to a one-year contract. The Cardinals made the move after...

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

Steelers promote Adrian Klemm to offensive line coach

Feb. 02, 2021 03:28 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are turning to Adrian Klemm to help turn around the team's underachieving offensive line. The Steelers promoted the...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II watches warm ups before an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Buffalo Bills in Pittsburgh, in this Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, file photo. Steelers president Art Rooney II remains optimistic the championship window remains open for his club but admits there are some difficult challenges ahead following a first-round playoff flameout against Cleveland. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers want Roethlisberger back ... if the math works

By Will Graves Jan. 28, 2021 05:34 PM EST

Steelers promote QB coach Canada to offensive coordinator

By Will Graves Jan. 25, 2021 04:01 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't look very far to find a new offensive coordinator, promoting quarterbacks coach Matt Canada to the position on...

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)
Steelers part ways with Randy Fichtner, 2 assistants

By Will Graves Jan. 14, 2021 12:35 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

Cleveland Browns strong safety Karl Joseph (42) recovers a fumbled in the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021.(AP Photo/Don Wright)
Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers 1/10/2021

Jan. 10, 2021 08:38 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)
Ticking clock? Time running out for Steelers veterans

By Will Graves Jan. 06, 2021 08:36 PM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) breaks a tackle from Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) for a 47-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Pittsburgh Steelers at Cleveland Browns 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 01:28 PM EST