Links to the Best in AFC North Coverage, 3/2 Edition

In today's compilation of stories around the AFC North, we highlight the recent discussion between Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and new offensive coordinator Todd Haley, take a look at personnel movements around the division and find out if Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis ever discussed the CIA with his coaches.

Yesterday, it was reported that Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis had considered retiring from the NFL for a career in the CIA. Today, Browns head coach Pat Shurmur said that Hillis never spoke on such matters with him, according to the Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot.

Bleacher Report's Bill Smith takes a coach's perspective when comparing Browns quarterback Colt McCoy and potential draft add Robert Griffin III.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Ed Bouchette spoke with Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger about his recent meeting with offensive coordinator Todd Haley.

Chris G., Bleacher Report Steelers columnist, says that with the releases of wide receiver Hines Ward and defensive end Aaron Smith, the team has lost valuable leadership.

Now that wide receiver Jerome Simpson has pleaded guilty to drug charges, is that the end of the free agent's career with the Cincinnati Bengals? The Cincinnati Enquirer's Joe Reedy takes a look.

Today's the day that Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice should expect to be franchise tagged.

James Reagan of Bleacher Report details one player from each team in the NFL that the Ravens enjoy facing the least.

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