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.
The 6-3 Pittsburgh Steelers will face the 7-2 Baltimore Ravens in an AFC North Division rivalry on Sunday. With Byron Leftwich starting and Ray Lewis missing, the challenge for both teams is to finish strong. The opponent profile is an interesting mix of soundbites from the Ravens.
Steelers Running Back Baron Batch joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN to give the guys his thoughts on his first Steelers-Ravens game.
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.
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Lawrence Timmons is a humble man who plays big on the football field. His interception of Matt Cassel of the Kansas City Chiefs helped secure a 16-13 overtime win.
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.
Larry Foote says the Steelers were happy to get the win, but overall, called it an "ugly night, and guys just weren't happy about their performances."
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 Steelers say they have released rookie defensive lineman Alameda Ta'amu to make room on the roster for another player.
Looking ahead to Monday Night Football with the Steelers playing the Kansas City Chiefs, Jim Colony of the Fan Morning Show was scouring the Steelers' locker room gathering interviews.
Ed Boucheete says that he doesn't see any way in which the Steelers lose this game. He thinks they will secure another win for the AFC North after the Bengals and Ravens won Sunday.
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.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
412 Food Rescue will be able to feed more than 1,000 people after working with NFL draft vendors to collect leftover food.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Rain will be on the radar in Pittsburgh for a good chunk of the day on Wednesday, and storm chances will increase in the afternoon.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
412 Food Rescue will be able to feed more than 1,000 people after working with NFL draft vendors to collect leftover food.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Rain will be on the radar in Pittsburgh for a good chunk of the day on Wednesday, and storm chances will increase in the afternoon.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
Heather is back at Sognatore for a look at a few hairstyles that turn the clock back to the 1990s for your next party, wedding, or special event.
Our next UPMC Community Hero is Melissa Fligger, a teacher in Westmoreland County, who has been making every person in her classroom feel like they matter, helping every child discover what they’re capable of in their own way and at their own pace.
Instead of handing mom a card for Mother’s Day this year, why not hand her a plate, one she didn’t have to cook herself. We have the perfect brunch recipe that she will love.
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family heirlooms and treasures.
Neubauer’s Flowers and Market House is here with a wonderful display of gifts for moms everywhere ahead of Mother's Day.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
If the Flyers win, they advance to the second round and face the Carolina Hurricanes.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ray Goss called his first Duquesne basketball game in 1968 and missed only two games during his nearly sixty years with the university.
Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker drove in three runs apiece to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving themselves a little cover if quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays elsewhere in 2026.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
As of Wednesday morning, Weiland said 412 Food Rescue has collected about 43,000 pounds of food. The goal is to collect about 60,000 pounds. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele has more on this story.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
As the war in Iran continues, gas prices spike along with it. KDKA's John Shumway spoke with one expert who said that relief at the pump likely is not coming.
With a busy weekend ahead, many people are left wondering where they'll be able to park for the events.
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.
