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Westmoreland transit to reshuffle Pittsburgh service for NFL Draft
2+ hour, 51+ min ago (295+ words) The Westmoreland County Transit Authority will operate bus service into Pittsburgh during next month's NFL Draft. Executive Director Alan Blahovec said plans are being formulated to restructure the timing of commuter routes into Pittsburgh for the first two days of…...
Tim Benz: A month from the NFL Draft, Steelers’ approach to free agency crystalizes selection strategy
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (832+ words) A month out from the NFL Draft, the Steelers" approach to free agency has prevented the franchise from needing to reach and get desperate on the big stage in Pittsburgh on April 23. Well, except for quarterback if they potentially get…...
Rising job opportunities in sports management attract students
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (891+ words) Kaleb Tkacs became involved in sports management from the moment he stepped foot on Duquesne University's campus in August 2023. Tkacs, of Scottdale, joined as a volunteer film crew member with the Duquesne football team that fall. In 2024, he was elevated…...
Editorial: Should Pittsburgh Public Schools close for the NFL Draft?
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (480+ words) Pittsburgh has had NFL Draft fever since the announcement that football's second biggest day would take place in the Steel City. But does that mean that everything was considered when the plan was being made? Pittsburgh Public Schools revealed it…...
Plenty of position flexibility among offensive linemen in upcoming NFL Draft
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (616+ words) Utah's Spencer Fano is one of the top-rated offensive tackles in the upcoming NFL Draft, but might the 6-foot-5, 311-pounder be better at guard? Or maybe even center? Many of the top offensive tackles projected as early picks in next…...
Donald Trump issues executive order requiring CFP to avoid broadcasting conflicts with Army-Navy game
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (255+ words) WASHINGTON " President Donald Trump issued an executive order Friday barring College Football Playoff and other postseason games from airing during the annual Army-Navy matchup in December. Trump directed the commerce secretary and the FCC chairman to coordinate with the playoff…...
Offensive lineman Ryan McCollum returns to Steelers on 1-year contract
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (106+ words) The Pittsburgh Steelers brought back offensive lineman Ryan McCollum, who served as the team's backup center the past two seasons. McCollum signed a one-year contract. The 28-year-old appeared in 24 games over the past two seasons and started twice in 2024 when…...
Pittsburgh Regional Transit to get $350K to support added services during 2026 NFL Draft
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (267+ words) Pittsburgh Regional Transit will receive financial help to boost its services during the 2026 NFL Draft. "The best way for football fans to get Downtown is on public transportation," Jerad Bachar, president and CEO of local tourism agency Visit Pittsburgh, said…...
Bednarik Award-winning linebacker among 4 NFL Draft prospects visiting Steelers
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (391+ words) The Pittsburgh Steelers welcomed four more NFL Draft prospects on Friday including the Chuck Bednarik Award winner. Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez was joined by North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton, Washington cornerback Tacario Davis and Georgia Tech offensive lineman…...
Leveraging bulkier frame, year of experience, Pitt’s Max Hunt eyes role at tight end
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (742+ words) It's customary and commonplace for upperclassmen, especially seniors, to take on leadership roles and help younger players along. But Pitt redshirt freshman tight end Max Hunt has assumed a reverse role among his position mates. This spring, Hunt, Pitt's lone…...