Alejandro Villanueva
Villanueva experiencing ups and downs after joining Ravens

By Noah Trister Sep. 24, 2021 12:30 PM EDT
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Alejandro Villanueva's military background gives him a unique perspective on life as an offensive tackle. It's...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger warms up during the NFL football team's practice Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (Matt Freed/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)
Steelers' new-look offense bracing for 'growing pains'

By Will Graves Sep. 09, 2021 04:58 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a pass during an NFL football training camp practice at the Paul Brown stadium practice facility in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2021. (Sam Greene/The Cincinnati Enquirer via AP)
Browns looking to finish long climb to top in AFC North

By Tom Withers Sep. 02, 2021 01:39 PM EDT

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson looks downfield before throwing the ball against the Washington Football Team during the first half of a preseason NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
High expectations again for QB Jackson, Ravens

By Noah Trister Sep. 01, 2021 06:57 PM EDT

Jackson, Ravens figure to contend again in tough AFC

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:06 PM EDT
BALTIMORE RAVENS (12-6) New faces: WR Sammy Watkins, T Alejandro Villanueva, G Kevin Zeitler, WE Rashod Bateman, G Ben Cleveland, LB Justin...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, left, and tight end Eric Ebron (85) smile on the sideline as the team plays the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Going on one last run, Steelers retool around Roethlisberger

By Will Graves Sep. 01, 2021 01:22 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Trai Turner (70) blocks during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Inglewood, Calif. The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Turner to a one-year contract after minicamp in June 2021, as the team had a significant hole along the offensive line following the surprise release of longtime right guard David DeCastro. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit, File)
Veteran OL Turner looks to fill in on revamped Steelers line

By Dan Scifo Jul. 30, 2021 04:13 PM EDT

Ravens head into camp hoping for more dynamic passing game

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:25 AM EDT
BALTIMORE RAVENS (12-6) CAMP SITE: Owings Mills, Maryland LAST YEAR: The Ravens won five of their first six games, then...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) hands off to running back Najee Harris (22) on a drill during an NFL football practice, Thursday, July 22, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers maintain Super Bowl expectations despite turnover

By Dan Scifo Jul. 22, 2021 08:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 15, 2020, file photo, Miami Dolphins tackle Austin Jackson (73) blocks Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram (54) during an NFL football game in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Pittsburgh Steelers added depth at outside linebacker and offensive line on the eve of training camp, signing free agents Melvin Ingram and Chaz Green to one-year deals Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Financial terms were not disclosed. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Steelers sign LB Melvin Ingram, T Chaz Green to 1-year deals

Jul. 20, 2021 10:02 AM EDT

Steelers open camp with new faces, same expectations

By The Associated Press Jul. 19, 2021 01:55 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) CAMP SITE: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania LAST YEAR: The Steelers used a franchise-best 11-0 start...

Steelers sign 5-time Pro Bowl guard Turner to 1-year deal

Jun. 25, 2021 01:21 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It didn't take long for the Pittsburgh Steelers to find a replacement for David DeCastro. The Steelers signed five-time...

File-This Jan. 10, 2021, file photo shows Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) looking a the scoreboard as he walks off the field during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Pittsburgh. Roethlisberger said it was his idea to take a voluntary pay cut and help ensure his return for an 18th season. Roethlisberger spoke for the first time on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, since he agreed to a new contract in March that assured the 39-year-old would be back with the Steelers in 2021, the only NFL team he’s ever known.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Roethlisberger says it was his idea to take pay cut

By Dan Scifo Jun. 01, 2021 04:29 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva (78) blocks during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Pittsburgh, in this Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, file photo. The Baltimore Ravens have signed two-time Pro Bowl tackle Alejandro Villanueva to a two-year deal, Tuesday, May 4, 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Ravens sign free agent OT Villanueva away from Steelers

May. 04, 2021 02:14 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. The Steelers have the 24th overall pick in the draft and could use it to find a replacement for longtime Pro Bowl center Maurkice Pouncey, who retired during the offseason.(AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Steelers focus on physicality in early rounds of NFL draft

By Will Graves Apr. 30, 2021 09:06 PM EDT

Steelers enter draft searching for immediate impact players

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:29 PM EDT
24. PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) LAST SEASON: The Steelers ran off to the best start in franchise history (11-0) behind a resurgent...

Steelers cut LB Williams, re-sign OL Banner, CB Sutton

By Will Graves Mar. 16, 2021 05:24 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers expected a bumpy offseason that was going to include some financially prudent but emotionally difficult decisions. ...

Steelers have many needs but little money in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 04:37 PM EST
PITTSBURGH STEELERS (12-5) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, LB Bud Dupree, LT Alejandro Villanueva, RB James Conner, LB...

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) has a laugh with teammates in drills during an NFL football practice in Pittsburgh, in this Tuesday, May 21, 2019, file photo. Ben Roethlisberger is returning for an 18th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and is taking a pay cut to do it. The team and the two-time Super Bowl winner announced on Thursday, March 4, 2021, they have agreed on a new contract that assures the 39-year-old will be back in 2021.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Steelers, Roethlisberger agree to new deal for 2021 season

By Will Graves Mar. 04, 2021 02:59 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, late Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers planning on Roethlisberger's return in 2021

Feb. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EST