October 27th, 2008 
Matt Loede 
Posted in There is plenty of blame to go around for yesterday’s 21-14 loss to the Giants. From an O-line that couldn’t pass block, to a defense that played well but gave up some big fourth quarter plays, there was just not enough to bail the Steelers out and walk away with their fourth straight win and [...]
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Two Game Changers From Sunday Loss to New York
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Up to Four Starters Could Be Out for Giants Game
It’s expected to be a hard-hitting affair tomorrow when the Steelers tangle with the World Champion New York Giants at Hinez Field. While the Steelers remain a slight favorite, they will go into the matchup missing possibly as many as four starters. For sure out for the game is left tackle Marvel Smith, who has [...]
Steelers Sitting Holmes Sunday
Taking action for his being pulled over and being cited for having possession for marijuana in his car, the Steelers have decided to take quick action and sit WR Santonio Holmes for the game Sunday vs the Giants. “His situation has created somewhat of a distraction,” said head coach Mike Tomlin. “We want to minimize [...]
Washington Signs One-Year Tender
In some minor Steelers news, the team officially got a deal in place with wide out Nate Washington, as he signed a one-year deal worth $1.4 million for the 2008 season. Washington was a restricted free agent, and the team had tendered him a deal awhile back. Washington will enter his fourth season with the [...]
Steelers Tender One-Year Contracts to Four Players
With free agency basically here, the Steelers earlier today made one-year contract offers to four restricted free agents. The team made offers to wide receiver Nate Washington and guard Chris Kemoeatu, reportedly for more than $1.4 million each, and offers to long snapper Greg Warren and offensive tackle Trai Essex, reportedly for just over $900,000 [...]
Tomlin Meets Players; Free Agents Aplenty
Mike Tomlin spent Monday addressing his team and then meeting individually with his players. The Steelers have a few unrestricted free agents like guard Alan Faneca, linebacker Clark Haggans, offensive lineman Max Starks, defensive end Travis Kirschke and fullback Dan Kreider. Faneca is a seven-time pro bowler who could demand big money on the [...]
