Archive for May, 2009

Quiet Times in Steelerland

Friday, May 29th, 2009

The White House visit has passed and James Harrison’s name dropped below the fold. May is winding down and summer is cranking up. These are quiet times in Steelerland. However, mini-camps or OTA’s are underway and if one digs he can find a bit of news or some speculation about the boys in black and... »

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Harrison to Skip White House Visit

Saturday, May 16th, 2009
Harrison to Skip White House Visit

Fanhouse reports that James Harrison will skip the Steelers' visit to the White House next week. »

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Who Must the Steelers Resign for 2010?

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

The list of free agents after the 2009 is a long one. According to the Post Gazette, under the current player's union agreement, many can seek new contracts after the upcoming season including Casey Hampton, Brett Keisel, Ryan Clark, Willie Parker, Heath Miller, Jeff Reed, Max Starks, Willie Colon and Justin Hartwig. »

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Harrison’s Contract, 3 Year Deal?

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

James Harrison’s new contract with the Steelers was announced as a six-year, $51.175 million deal. Now we get more details from James Walker’s AFC North Blog. In the first three years Harrison will be compensated roughly $21.5M through the signing bonus, base salary and other bonuses/incentives. “In years four, five and six Harrison’s salary balloons... »

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Foote Released, Other News

Monday, May 4th, 2009
Foote Released, Other News

Linebacker Released The question regarding linebacker Larry Foote’s future was partially answered on Monday when he was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Foote had been seeking either a release or trade and finally got his wish. The Steelers got almost $3M in cap space for the 2009 season. Sweed Impresses in Mini Camp If I... »

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