Let's not get too excited.Yes, the Pittsburgh Steelers absolute destruction of the supposedly up-and-coming Houston Texans was the perfect way to begin a season. Yes, the game wasn't even as close as the 38-17 final score indicates as the defense held them to about 3 points and about 150 yards of t
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This in depth analysis of the offensive line includes the projected starters for the upcoming season, statistics and injuries from the past season, an overview of players on the line and an outlook for the 2008 season.
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I wanted to be a scientist when I grew up. Don't ask me to specify which science. I just knew "scientist" sounded like a pretty cool job. Plus, there was always the hope I would some day get accidentally bombarded by gamma radiation. Then came calculus and I quickly realized "scientist" might   more...
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Despite making the transition from long time head coach Bill Cowher to first time head coach Mike Tomlin, the SteelersA had a solidA freshman campaignA in 2007 led by a stingy, attacking defense, a good running game, and quality QB play from Ben Roethlisberger.However, the team went 3-5 down the   more...
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The Steelers have stressed how important the play of the offensive line is for them to repeat as AFC North Champs in 2008.A If Thursday night in Toronto was any indication, this unit has a long way to go.A The game started with Marvel Smith and Willie Colon playing at tackle, Chris Kemoeatu and   more...
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After a week that saw a handful of players go down with injuries, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin decided to give his players a break and cancel Thursday morning's practice session at St. Vincent College.A In the afternoon session lineman Marvel Smith returned to action after missing most of   more...
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After a week that saw a handful of players go down with injuries, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin decided to give his players a break and cancel Thursday morning's practice session at St. Vincent College.A In the afternoon session lineman Marvel Smith returned to action after missing most of   more...
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*Lots of new local blogs in the sidebar live feed this week. Be sure to check them out*--ESPN's Steve Braband, profiled in depth on this very site recently, has a new blog: Steve is Alive.--Cardinals 11, Pirates 2. Jason Davis yielded nine hits and eight runs in 3 2/3. Let's move on...--33-year-old   more...
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Nine players, including five likely starters watched another day of training camp from the sidelines at Saint Vincent College due to injuries.A Linebacker James Harrison, cornerback Deshea Townsend, linebacker Anthony Trucks, linebacker Mike Humpal defensive end Brett Keisel, wide receiver Limas   more...
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