Steelers sign their key rookies to contracts Steeler Running backs stretching during practice. Willier Parker who was leading the NFL in rushing until he broke his leg (L) next to rookie Rashard Mendenhall who's hoping to be the back up to Willie. 1st round pick, #23 - RB Rashard Mendenhall, Illinois. Signs a 5 year contract 2 days before training camp started. 2nd round pick, # 53 - WR Limas Sweed, Texas. Signs a 4 year contract. 1 day before training camp started. Bruce ... Read More

Finaly after much positioning/trading & second guessing by Draft scouts – the 2008 NFL draft is over. There will be winners & losers, as surely as some top picks will become pro bowlers – there will surely be bigtime flops. The higher the pick the bigger the flop possibility. Steelers much like my fav basketball team the Lakers, haven’t lately picked in the top 5. Therefore chances of big flops are negated since they don't pick very high. New Steeler RB Rashard ... Read More

Gosder Cherilus, OT, Boston College Gosder Cherilus in action The 2008 NFL draft is upon us. Based on past Pittsburgh Steelers off seasons – it becomes apparent that our beloved Steelers will not tinker with the roster much via free agency – the NFL draft is the way to bring in new talent. Last year the Steelers had a great season, & no pun intended due to a bad break (Willie Parker’s leg break) our teams best threat/home run hitter went down when he ... Read More