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Steelers Return 20 Starters, But Depth Is a Concern

It has finally arrived. The maddeningly meaningless pre-season has come to an end, and we are about 24 hours from the opening kick-off. Although Santa Claus would be sure to argue, this is the most wonderful time of the year...

Written by Justin Zucker about 2 months ago 133 reads 30 comments
Mr. Chairman: Performance-Enhancing Drugs Are Here To Stay

Society loves a good train wreck. We aren’t happy unless someone, anyone, is miserable. I guess that the old saying, "misery loves company," is completely accurate...

Written by Justin Zucker about 8 months ago 58 reads 1 comments
Pittsburgh Steelers Roll, But Can Mike Tomlin Keep Them Rolling?

I was expecting the Steelers to beat the Chargers. I did not expect to see a complete domination in the second half. I expected the game to be close, and I fully expected to write an article blasting the below-average offensive line play...

Written by Justin Zucker about 10 months ago 521 reads 0 comments
Ben Roethlisberger Is Healthy...Or Is He?

Ben Roethlisberger has been cleared to play in Sunday's playoff game vs. the Chargers. According to Mike Tomlin, Roethlisberger was given a clean bill of health after passing the full battery of tests...

Written by Justin Zucker about 11 months ago 336 reads 17 comments
A Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Gives Thanks

On this day, I think it's important that we take some time to reflect on what's good in our world. The world has a way of making us feel down, unhappy, and lately we have all felt miserable about something...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 235 reads 0 comments
Shut Up And Play: Anthony Smith Does It Again

Anthony Smith has to be one of the dumbest players I have seen. Last season, before the game versus the undefeated Patriots, Anthony Smith decided to guarantee a win...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 391 reads 8 comments
NFL: Update of the Walking Wounded

Willie Parker is questionable for Sunday's game vs. the Patriots with swelling in his previously injured knee. Mewelede Moore will once again spell Parker if needed.Starting DE Brett Keisel will be out with a sprained MCL in his left knee...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 90 reads 0 comments
The NFL Is Beginning To Get It Wrong

There is nothing like the National Football League. When July nears, the excitement that I feel for training camp is like that felt by a kid entering a candy store. When September comes, I jump up and down with excitement and anticipation...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 94 reads 2 comments
Steelers-Bengals: Pittsburgh Bests Bengals

The Steelers beat the Bengals last night at a snowy Heinz Field, 27-10.The Bengals took an early 7-0 lead into the second quarter but they were quickly derailed...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 403 reads 0 comments
Cincy Pre-Game Updates

Heath Miller should be ready to play tonight. Marvel Smith, Deshea Townsend, and Bryant McFadden remain out. I fear that we may have seen the last of Marvel Smith. His back does not seem to be progressing well and surgery appears to be an option...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 42 reads 0 comments
Steelers Make Roster Move, Fans Rejoice!

This may seem mean, petty, and completely disrespectful but I can't contain myself. On a day where our nation ushers in a new legacy, my thoughts and prayers seem answered by a higher power...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 184 reads 6 comments
Pittsburgh Steelers' "D" Dominates 'Skins, But Are They Among the NFL's Elite?

On this election evening, it's important to realize what an effect the media can have. Leading up to the election, it's an Obama landslide. Watching live, it looks like anyone's game. But I digress...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 355 reads 2 comments
Hines Ward, Hines Ward. Everyone Is Talking About Hines Ward!

Troy Polamalu said that the NFL is turning football into a pansy game. We can argue that point all day so let me move on. What I am really amazed at is the amount of attention Hines Ward is receiving...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 177 reads 2 comments
Pittsburgh Steelers On the Mend

Good news for the Steelers and their faithful. Starting strong safety Troy Polamalu is expected to play on Sunday after suffering a concussion versus the Bengals. Nose tackle Casey Hampton and fullback Carey Davis are also expected to return to action...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 813 reads 0 comments
Tampa Bay Rays Vs. Philadelphia Phillies: What a Tragedy!

You certainly can't please everyone but this is getting ridiculous! Major League Baseball seems to have two very large sets of disgruntled fans...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 115 reads 4 comments
Moore Shoulders The Load: Steelers Dispose of Bungles

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Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 598 reads 2 comments
Injury Update: Willie Parker's Steelers Return Uncertain

Willie Parker stepped in a hole while practicing on Wednesday and aggravated the knee injury that caused him to miss the last two games. His status for Sunday's game vs. the Bengals is uncertain...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 905 reads 0 comments
Plaxico Burress Is Fine with It?

Plaxico Burress is “fine with it.” That’s fabulous! I am sure everyone can sleep now. You are fine with it? You are fine with being suspended by your team? You are fine with ...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 343 reads 2 comments
Steelers Exorcise Demon, Handle Jaguars 26-21

Give Mike Tomlin credit. He wasn’t too proud, too stubborn, or predictable. He realized that the Steelers had some glaring weaknesses caused by both injuries and personnel decisions over the past few years...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 398 reads 0 comments
As Injuries Mount, The Offensive Line Spells Trouble For The Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in trouble. Or are they? The Steelers offensive line woes are well documented. Preseason prognosticators loved the Steelers. The only weakness, and potential Achilles heel, was the offensive line...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 649 reads 0 comments
No Brotherly Love: The Philadelphia Eagles Maul The Pittsburgh Steelers!

Jeremy Grey: John! Red Seven! John Beckwith: I don't know what red seven means. Jeremy Grey: Hot route! John Beckwith: I don't...What is hot route? This was a hilarious scene from the movie, Wedding Crashers...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 138 reads 0 comments
Josh Howard: The New Mr. Irrelevant

By now everyone knows the story. If you don't, open up a new tab and search his name. There are countless articles and video clips of the incident. Now that you are back, let's break this down...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 458 reads 6 comments
The King is Dead, Long Live The King: Another QB Bites The Dust!

I love this term: “He is our quarterback of the future”. It truly is priceless. In the sports world today, the future is about as relevant as the past...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 79 reads 0 comments
Brett Keisel Goes Down: Can The Already "Thin" Line Survive?

News flash: Injuries in the NFL happen! Injuries happen and they happen often. You see it in pre-season (please don’t add another game!), you see it in Week 1 (Tom Brady), and you see it in the playoffs (Carson Palmer)...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 123 reads 1 comments
Ed Hochuli Receives Undo Criticism

Perhaps I am crazy. Let me take that back: I know that I am crazy. I am quite certain that I am in the minority with the following view point, but that is fine with me...

Written by Justin Zucker about about 1 year ago 551 reads 7 comments

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Justin Zucker Article Archive

Steelers Return 20 Starters, But Depth Is a Concern

Mr. Chairman: Performance-Enhancing Drugs Are Here To Stay

Pittsburgh Steelers Roll, But Can Mike Tomlin Keep Them Rolling?

Ben Roethlisberger Is Healthy...Or Is He?

A Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Gives Thanks

Shut Up And Play: Anthony Smith Does It Again

NFL: Update of the Walking Wounded

The NFL Is Beginning To Get It Wrong

Steelers-Bengals: Pittsburgh Bests Bengals

Cincy Pre-Game Updates

Steelers Make Roster Move, Fans Rejoice!

Pittsburgh Steelers' "D" Dominates 'Skins, But Are They Among the NFL's Elite?

Hines Ward, Hines Ward. Everyone Is Talking About Hines Ward!

Pittsburgh Steelers On the Mend

Tampa Bay Rays Vs. Philadelphia Phillies: What a Tragedy!

Moore Shoulders The Load: Steelers Dispose of Bungles

Injury Update: Willie Parker's Steelers Return Uncertain

Plaxico Burress Is Fine with It?

Steelers Exorcise Demon, Handle Jaguars 26-21

As Injuries Mount, The Offensive Line Spells Trouble For The Pittsburgh Steelers

No Brotherly Love: The Philadelphia Eagles Maul The Pittsburgh Steelers!

Josh Howard: The New Mr. Irrelevant

The King is Dead, Long Live The King: Another QB Bites The Dust!

Brett Keisel Goes Down: Can The Already "Thin" Line Survive?

Ed Hochuli Receives Undo Criticism

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