WILL GRAVES
On eve of Hall vote, Faneca focusing on family, not football

By Will Graves Jan. 30, 2020 01:58 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The most important lead block of Alan Faneca's life came far

FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2016, file photo, former NFL player Donnie Shell smiles during induction ceremonies for former teammate Tony Dungy (not shown), in Canton, Ohio. Donnie Shell knew he was ahead of his time. It's why the Pittsburgh Steelers safety never worried about whether he'd get into the Hall of Fame. His long wait ended this week, when he got the call more than 30 years after playing his final game. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Worth the wait; Steelers' great Shell reveling in Hall nod

By Will Graves Jan. 16, 2020 07:41 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Donnie Shell knows what a Hall of Famer looks like.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Rooney: Steelers standing pat at QB heading into 2020

By Will Graves Jan. 15, 2020 04:27 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Art Rooney II isn't quite sure what to make of what the

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) tries to throw a pass from his team's end zone as Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr (39) grabs him during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. Hodges was penalized for an intentional grounding penalty and the Ravens were given two points on a the safety. The Ravens won 28-10. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Half full or half empty? Steelers' 2019 a wild mixed bag

By Will Graves Dec. 30, 2019 02:04 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The bottom didn't fall out, so there's that.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) runs with the ball in front of New York Jets linebacker Neville Hewitt (46) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Steelers' injury-riddled offense sputtering to the finish

By Will Graves Dec. 23, 2019 04:52 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paxton Lynch hasn't thrown a meaningful pass in two years.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
What now? Steelers with more questions as Hodges stalls

By Will Graves Dec. 16, 2019 07:25 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The ride was fun while it lasted. The

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90) celebrates his interception in the end zone against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Organic chemistry; LB duo Watt, Dupree thriving for Steelers

By Will Graves Dec. 12, 2019 04:23 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — On the surface, they couldn't be more different. One is the

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) celebrates his touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Former teammates McDermott, Tomlin lead Bills, Steelers

By Will Graves Dec. 12, 2019 02:03 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean McDermott remembers lining up across from Mike Tomlin

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kerrith Whyte (40) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Not just Duck; Other Steeler rookies also keying playoff run

By Will Graves Dec. 09, 2019 01:43 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Darryl Drake called it in April. Minutes after the Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (30) rushes against the Cleveland Browns during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Steelers RB James Conner to miss 3rd straight game

By Will Graves Dec. 05, 2019 04:40 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh running back James Conner's aching right shoulder

Steelers' Pouncey has "no regrets" in return from suspension

By Will Graves Dec. 04, 2019 06:50 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maurkice Pouncey is free to get back to work. The Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges meets with reporters after an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Hunting buddies Washington, Hodges building rapport

By Will Graves Dec. 02, 2019 02:33 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Washington knew what was coming. It’s why the

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges, right, embraces Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, left, after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
“Miracle” workers? Browns need one after loss to Steelers

By Will Graves Dec. 01, 2019 07:42 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Baker Mayfield has no problem with Freddie Kitchens’ fashion

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (13) celebrates with tight end Vance McDonald (89) after making a touchdown catch from Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Duck’s Dynasty? Backup Hodges leads Steelers by Browns 20-13

By Will Graves Dec. 01, 2019 04:51 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — No fighting. No helmet swinging. Barely any trash talking.

El novato quarterback de los Steelers de Pittsburgh Devlin Hodges en el juego del domingo 24 de noviembre ante los Bengals. El coach Mike Tomlin anuncia que será titular en la revancha ante los Browns de Cleveland. (AP Photo/Frank Victores)
Round 2; Steelers, Browns bracing for pivotal rematch

By Will Graves Nov. 27, 2019 06:44 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Myles Garrett won’t be in the stadium. Barring injury, Mason

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) runs the ball against Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard (94) during the second half an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
Duck’s Tale? Hodges eager for another shot with Steelers

By Will Graves Nov. 27, 2019 05:11 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Devlin Hodges has nothing to lose. He knows he’s always been

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges passes during the second half an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Frank Victores)
Steelers to start rookie Hodges in rematch with Browns

By Will Graves Nov. 26, 2019 12:44 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Devlin Hodges in. Mason Rudolph out. At

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) grounds the ball under pressure from Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson (58) during the first half an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
Duck or Rudolph? Steelers facing improbable QB debate

By Will Graves Nov. 25, 2019 04:54 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph has the pedigree and the pressure. Devlin

Cleveland Browns strong safety Morgan Burnett (42) breaks up a pass intended for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Johnny Holton (80) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
“Hi, my name is”; Patchwork Steelers’ offense scrambling

By Will Graves Nov. 22, 2019 03:35 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Benny Snell Jr., Tevin Jones and Johnny Holton have been on

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) takes Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph's (2) helmet off during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Steelers QB Rudolph denies report he used racial slur

By Will Graves Nov. 21, 2019 02:04 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The on-field fight between Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback