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In a rare public statement that has sparked discussion across the sports world, Pittsburgh Steelers President Art Rooney II recently addressed the absence of major individual accolades for his team, emphasizing that personal awards aren’t the ultimate goal. “No Awards, No Problem!” Rooney stated in a candid interview, offering insight into the Steelers’ organizational philosophy and their focus on team success rather than individual recognition. The Importance of Team Over Personal Glory Rooney’s comments come on the heels of a season where several Steelers players performed at high levels but were notably absent from major award lists. Despite standout performances,…
T.J. Watt’s response to missing out on the Defensive Player of the Year award was quite subtle. He posted a cryptic message on social media, saying “Nothing I’m not used to”. This suggests that he’s not surprised by the snub, but it’s clear he’s still taking it personally. In fact, Watt skipped the NFL Honors show, where the award was presented to Myles Garrett instead. Garrett even went on to say that Watt should apologize to him for his reaction to the snub. It’s worth noting that Watt had a strong case for the award, with 11.5 sacks and solid…
NFL legend Terry Bradshaw didn’t hold back when sharing his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ decision to trade quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. Bradshaw, a four-time Super Bowl winner, believes the Steelers made a massive mistake by giving up on Pickett. “I would not have gotten rid of Kenny Pickett,” Bradshaw said during FOX Sports Media Day. “If you draft a guy in the first round, he’s there for a reason. If you think he’s first-round material… they just didn’t protect him, they didn’t build around him, and they unloaded him.” Bradshaw praised Pickett’s poise, intelligence, and talent,…
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has been selected as the winner of the 2024 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award, presented to a player for their outstanding sportsmanship on the field. The award, which was created in 2014, is named after Art Rooney Sr., the founder of the Pittsburgh Steelers. It recognizes players who demonstrate integrity, respect, and honor on the field, and is voted on by players league-wide. Allen was announced as the winner during the NFL Honors awards show in New Orleans and will receive a $25,000 donation from the NFL Foundation to the charity of his choice. The Art…
Pittsburgh Steelers star outside linebacker T.J. Watt was denied the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award, finishing fourth in the voting. Watt, who had a stellar season with 11.5 sacks, was beaten out by Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain, Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson, and Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett. Watt’s quiet finish to the season, during which he failed to register a statistic due to ankle and thumb injuries, likely hurt his chances of taking home the award. Despite this, Watt still had an impressive season and will look to bounce back strong in 2025. Steelers…
The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to make some significant moves in the offseason to bolster their defense, particularly at the cornerback position. With Joey Porter Jr. already on board, the Steelers are predicted to sign free agent cornerback D.J. Reed to a three-year, $43.5 million contract. According to long-time Steelers beat reporter Mark Kaboly, Reed is the top target for the Steelers in free agency. Kaboly responded to a fan’s question on X, stating that Reed would be the largest contract given out to a free agent this year. Reed, who played for the New York Jets last season, is…
Myles Garrett, the defensive end for the Cleveland Browns, has made his intentions clear amid recent speculation surrounding his future with the team. Garrett, who requested a trade from the Browns, has emphasized that his decision is not solely driven by financial motivations. While the Browns would incur a significant dead cap hit of over $36 million if they were to trade Garrett, the defensive end’s desire for a change of scenery appears to be rooted in his desire for success on the field. Garrett had hinted at his dissatisfaction with the team’s direction towards the end of the 2024…
In a recent interview on the Stacking the Box podcast, Steelers legend Joey Porter Sr. spoke candidly about the state of the Steelers. Porter, a former All-Pro outside linebacker and father of cornerback Joey Porter Jr., didn’t mince words when discussing the team’s expectations. “We’re spoiled. And it’sokay because we’ve earned the right to be spoiled,” Porter said. “We earned the right to not be happy if we’re not playing for championships.” Porter’s comments resonate deeply with Steelers fans, who have grown accustomed to the team’s winning tradition. With six Super Bowl victories and a league-high 36 playoff wins since…
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope has always been known for his intense passion and emotion on the sidelines, but his latest antics have taken it to a whole new level. After a string of tough losses, including an 89-79 defeat to Arkansas and a blowout loss to Ole Miss, Pope admitted to vandalizing the locker room in an effort to spark a positive response from his team. The coach showed up to his press conference with a laceration on his hand, and sources close to the team revealed that Pope had destroyed furniture in the locker room in a…
The Kentucky Wildcats have been dealing with a string of injuries to key players, and the latest update brings a mix of good and bad news for fans. Lamont Butler, the talented freshman point guard, will remain sidelined for the foreseeable future as he continues to recover from a nagging ankle injury. Butler has been out for several games, and his absence has been deeply felt by the Wildcats. On the other hand, senior forward Andrew Carr is set to return to the lineup after missing a few games with a minor knee injury. Carr’s return is a welcome boost…