Jamie Dukes tries to somewhat defend the hit by linebacker James Harrison on Colt McCoy Thursday night, but does not do a very good job in my opinion. Dukes really has become gun shy lately giving his opinion and you can really tell in this piece. The league has explained to Mike Florio why the hit on McCoy by Harrison will likely earn him a pretty good fine and possibly even a suspension. Here is the sit down that Michael Irvin had with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger prior to the Thursday game to discuss his injuries through the years and how he wants to go down in franchise history. Pro Read more [...]

Steelers linebacker James Harrison is back in the news today after an interview with Paul Solotaroff for the August issue of Men's Journal magazine that is about to hit the newsstands this week. Harrison does not hold back in the interview that was conducted back in mid-May according to reports. Harrison called NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell a "crook," "devil" and "stupid," among several other derogatory names. Harrison did not stop there as he also took shots at other NFL execs, former Patriots Rodney Harrison and Tedy Bruschi, Texans linebacker Brian Cushing and even teammates Rashard Mendenhall Read more [...]

It is Saturday evening and I wanted to post some quick Steelers thoughts before we get too deep into the holiday weekend. I am glad that Hines Ward won Dancing with the Stars, but I am even gladder that it is all over now. I watched way more of that show than I intended to and doubt I will ever watch it again. I suspect much of Steeler Nation won't watch next season as well, and I bet their ratings will likely drop off. The power of Steeler Nation is that strong. On the flip side I expect Ward will be much more visible in commercials now and I bet he gets a few small parts in some movies in Read more [...]

ESPN reporter Mike Hill interviewed Steelers linebacker James Harrison today on NFL Live and below is a quick recap of the interview. When asked about what part of the newest rules upsets him the most, Harrison said it was the contact of helmet where they will start calling anything whether it is incidental or whatever it may be. Harrison said he is not out there trying to hurt or maim anyone and launching yourself has always been illegal. Harrison chided Warren Sapp and Jamie Dukes for their comments last night calling him and LaMarr Woodley insane and believes those two are the insane ones Read more [...]

Steelers linebacker James Harrison of course was talked about quite a bit on Wednesday as Jamie Dukes says he is out to hurt and maim everyone while Joe Starkey says he should stop complaining and move on. Harrison created a new blog Wednesday night to further explain his thoughts on the rule changes last night and will be the talk of Pittsburgh sports radio today. Ed Bouchette has the reaction of Art Rooney II to the comments that Harrison made. Rooney says he probably would have preferred Harrison use a little different description to his disagreement than the initial one on Twitter and he Read more [...]

Steelers linebacker James Harrison has taken to the web as he started a blog Wednesday to further explain his thoughts on the recent rule changes. Harrison starts by saying he wants to make it clear that he is all for player safety and that he does not disagree with all of the rule changes. Harrison goes on to say that in his opinion that the leagues attempt to make the game safer, they are clouding up what is actually allowable and says that even the referees were confused last year. Harrison goes on to infer that he will likely have a bulls-eye on him as he believes there indeed is no equality Read more [...]

To no surprise Steelers linebackers James Harrison and LaMarr Woodley have both voiced their displeasures with the latest rule changes passed on Tuesday by a 32-0 vote that includes not only punishing the players, but the teams as well. Harrison was the first to make his feelings known on Tuesday when he tweeted that "the people making the rules at the NFL are idiots." Not long after that, Woodley tweeted: "Thoughts on 'the steelers rule'??? lol I'm sorry that I'm not sorry we hit 2 hard." On Wednesday Woodley took to SiriusXM NFL Radio to further voice his displeasure. "Football is turning Read more [...]

Hines Ward and dance partner Kym Johnson continue to roll on Dancing with the Stars as they earned a first-place finish last night with a 27 out of 30. The Steelers 2011 regular season schedule will be released later tonight around 7 eastern time. Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs admitted that safety Troy Polamalu is the best of the 2003 draft class in his opinion. Tom Waddle and Jamie Dukes of the NFL Network however both voted for Texans receiver Andre Johnson instead. [flv:http://ll.video.nfl.com/films/s2011/nfl-total-access/offseason/110415_nfln_nflta_2003_draft_recap_700k.mp4 480 368] Gerry Read more [...]

There was football Friday night in Pittsburgh as the new Pittsburgh Power Arena Football team nearly came from behind in the final seconds to beat the Philadelphia Soul. The game was broadcast on the NFL Network and was fun to watch. If you were not aware, former Steelers receiver Lynn Swann is a part owner of the team. Now that the lockout has begun, Steelers President Art Rooney II talked about the NFL labor situation in a Q&A format on Steelers.com. Pro Days are going on nearly everyday now and Steelers legend and current scout Joe Greene was present at the TCU Pro Day on Friday perhaps Read more [...]

Cornerback Ike Taylor, who will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2010 season, will not be a holdout when training camp opens, according John Harris, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "Ike is going to honor his contract," said Herman Francois, Taylor's uncle. "That's the way he's been taught. He's going to come to work." It is still early yet, but look for Taylor to be in line behind linebacker LaMarr Woodley as far as a new contract getting done. Also kicker Jeff Reed is looking for a new deal as well. Speaking of LaMarr Woodley he has been profiled by Sean Conboy in the July 2010 Read more [...]

ESPN AFC North blogger, James Walker, reports that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was voted the best QB by his AFC North peers and linebacker James Harrison was voted the toughest player in the division. The facts come from a 2009 AFC North player survey and players could not vote for themselves or teammates. Jamie Dukes of the NFL Network gave his top five NFL fan bases during the Wednesday, July 15, edition of their “Total Access” show. The Steelers weighed in at number 1. [flv:http://video.nfl.com/films/s2009/nfl-total-access/off/090715_nfln_nflta_best_fans_700k.mp4 480 368] Speaking Read more [...]