Mike Zappone's Saturday Steelers Blog: Nov. 17, 2012
Do we really even need to blog about injuries for tomorrow's Steelers-Ravens game?
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Do we really even need to blog about injuries for tomorrow's Steelers-Ravens game?
When the Pittsburgh Steelers host the Baltimore Ravens Sunday Night, sparks are sure to fly. A highly anticipated AFC North Division Rivalry, the game is sure to be hotly contested. While the Steelers will be without Ben Roethlisberger and Antonio Brown, they get back Rashard Mendenhall. Read the injury report and see which player is saying what about the big game at Heinz Field.
Former Raven and current team analyst Qadry Ismail joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on SportsRadio 93-7 The FAN to talk about just how big of a rivalry this weekend's match-up between the Steelers and Baltimore really is.
Pitt Analyst and former Quarterback Pat Bostick joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN love in-studio to talk about what happened to Pitt football last week in East Hartford, Connecticut as they got beat by the UCONN Huskies.
Pittsburgh Steelers OT Max Starks previews their upcoming game with the Baltimore Ravens with Vinnie & Cook on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan.
Ben Roethlisberger didn't participate in practice and will be out for the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field. Enter Byron Leftwich as the starting quarterback. With a short practice week, the Steelers are focused on getting Leftwich more reps and finding ways to control the game.
Sports agent Ralph Cindrich has some special insight into the Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's injury.
The ribs are designed to protect the vital structures in your chest, but when ribs get injured, they can actually do damage. That's the concern now with what Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is saying about his injuries.
Former Redskins General Manager and current midday host on 105.7 The FAN in Baltimore Vinny Cerrato joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN.
Before practice, Ben Roethlisberger spoke with the media and revealed that he is dealing with a rare rib injury that could potentially be fatal if he were to be hit the wrong way.
A day after it was revealed that Ben Roethlisberger had suffered a sprained shoulder, the Steelers have announced he will not play this weekend.
The quarterback is struck… and it seems Big Ben's shoulder gets clocked. "Bruised ribs and bruised sternum are fairly common," says Dr. Jon Tucker, an orthopedic surgeon at St. Clair Hospital. Turns out, it wasn't his shoulder at all, but a sternoclavicular injury.
93-7 The Fan Steelers insider Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette holds his weekly visit with Vinnie & Cook.
The Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked by the lowly Kansas City Chiefs 16-13 Monday night, but the win might have been costly.
In their Monday Night Football matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Pittsburgh Steelers looked distracted and unfocused. Saving the game was Lawrence Timmons as he grabbed a Matt Cassel toss during the overtime period to set up the game winning field goal. Leaving the field of play 16-13 counts as a win, but if quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is seriously injured, the Steelers may be on the road to further misery.
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Steelers escaped with a victory. The health of their franchise quarterback is another matter entirely.
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has left Monday night's game against the Kansas City Chiefs with a right shoulder injury.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (5-3) will host the flailing Kansas City Chiefs (1-7) in a game that the Steelers insist isn't a 'trap game'. See how the Steelers can effectively shut down KC and continue their winning ways.
Sometime in the next couple of weeks, Ben and Ashley Roethlisberger will become new parents. And the conflict of a birth on game day has returned to the spotlight thanks to a sports columnist for ProFootballTalk.com.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Steelers Beat Writer Ed Bouchette joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN in Pittsburgh for his weekly chat.
Todd Haley seemed like the misunderstood stepchild when he entered Pittsburgh to take the offensive coordinator job before the 2012 NFL Season. With the Steelers seeing three consecutive wins, Haley's offense has taken shape and helped redefine Pittsburgh's season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers move to 5-3 on the season, breaking a four game winning streak by the NFC East-leading New York Giants in a game that gave tribute to storm survivors, first responders and the military.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (93-7 THE FAN) -- The Steelers' two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback triumphed over the Giants' two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback with another big fourth quarter, but it wasn't the first thing on his mind after a 24-20 win Sunday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3) will be without three key players when they face the New York Giants (6-2) on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. Read more for the fantasy outlook and who should sit and start this weekend.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3) are coming off of back-to-back wins against the Cincinnati Bengals and the Washington Redskins. Regardless of the win-loss column, the Steelers are striving to keep the hunt alive and their next prey is the New York Giants (6-2). The Steelers are ready to meet the challenge.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
The old Ligonier Beach property is now closed until further notice.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Two men are facing a total of over 100 felony charges after investigators said they illegally transferred the deeds of dozens of properties in Allegheny County.
Crews postponed the explosive demolition of the Commercial Street Bridge on the Parkway East until Thursday.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
During the Parkway East closure, PennDOT is encouraging drivers to use a website that provides updates on how traffic is flowing around the I-376 detours.
The old Ligonier Beach property is now closed until further notice.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Fashion and function go hand in hand at the 'Indigo Gypsy Boutique,' and the story behind the clothing is no short of inspiring.
"Yinz Mart" is catching the attention of people nationwide...so we brough in the founder, Jurgen Koster.
Daisy takes us on a tour of the new tattoo shop of Pittsburgh's very own Seth Holmes...will she get a tattoo on air?
Whatcha Think Wednesdays: "Does what we think of as 'middle age' come later in life now?" Ron and David discuss!
The Pittsburgh Foundation’s One Day of Giving will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Your donation can help more than 200 local nonprofits providing essentials like food, shelter, healthcare, and childcare. Today, Daisy Jade heads to the Rainbow Kitchen Community Services in Homestead, where they’ve been serving the Mon Valley with meals, hope, and support for more than 40 years.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Some residents in Westmoreland County are voicing their frustrations over speculation on data centers.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
With 11 confirmed cases of cyclospora in Allegheny County, here's what a couple of doctors have recommended you do to stay healthy.
Eleven people have been sickened by cyclospora, a parasite that causes watery diarrhea, the Allegheny County Health Department announced on Tuesday.
September marks the beginning of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
The 14th hole at Sewickley Heights will test all golfers, regardless of their skill level.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The 7th hole at Seven Oaks is one of the biggest tests on the course, a challenging par 5.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Mystic Rock, which hosted the 84 Lumber Classic for many years, remains one of the best championship courses in western Pennsylvania.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Crews postponed the explosive demolition of the Commercial Street Bridge on the Parkway East until Thursday morning. An exact time or timeframe has not been announced.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone, the Department of Environmental Protection says.
Crews postponed the explosive demolition of the Commercial Street Bridge on the Parkway East until Thursday.
The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank will put a $1 million donation toward a digital food academy.
Elite 18: No. 9 at Laurel Valley Golf Club
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
