Thursday Night Football Breakdown: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Vs. Atlanta Falcons
Week 3's Thursday night matchup features two NFC South teams that made headlines for all the wrong reasons last season.
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Week 3's Thursday night matchup features two NFC South teams that made headlines for all the wrong reasons last season.
When he was drafted by the Houston Oilers in 1985, no-one expected Steve Tasker to last very long in the NFL. He may not have lasted more than one season in Houston, but the minute wide receiver and special teams ace last 12 more with the Buffalo Bills. He knows what it takes overcome adversity, but when it comes to this week's game on Thursday Night Football, Tasker isn't sure the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can overcome the strong Atlanta Falcons.
The Bucs took a gamble signing Michael Johnson to a huge contract, and this season, he has to be the guy.
The Carolina Panthers cut the face of the franchise, Steve Smith, and let the only other three wide receivers on the roster that caught a pass last season leave as free agents. Tight end Greg Olsen is the only proven receiver returning from last season's squad. Olsen should be Cam Newton's favorite target this season.
The Steelers have brought several free agent running backs in for a visit this off-season, and have finally reached an agreement with one of them.
Of the six coaches who were fired at the end of this season, each of them had quarterbacks with a quarterback rating placing them in the bottom half of the league.
NFL Network's Chief Correspondent of Player Health and Safety, Andrew Kremer joined Starkey, Miller and Mueller today to discuss her feature on Darrelle Revis and his return from ACL surgery as featured on the Network's upcoming episode of "A Football Life."
Making Darrelle Revis the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history shows that the Buccaneers are confident. But will their confidence pay off in the tough NFC South?
NFL cornerback Darrelle Revis, of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, addressed 130 boys and girls on the Aliquippa High School football field, where he was a star player.
Pitt Panthers head football coach Paul Chryst saw one of his coaches bolt for the NFL recently, but he is supportive of the move.
Paul Chryst's staff at Pitt needed to be reshuffled again today as offensive coordinator Bob Bostad left to become the offensive line coach with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Chris Gates | 93-7 The FAN -- Rutgers head football coach Greg Schiano is rumored to be close to taking an NFL head coaching job with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The Steelers continue to make roster moves.
An Ohio man considered a suspect in the disappearance of a 17-year-old girl from Indiana led investigators to her remains, the Hocking County Sheriff's Office announced this week.
Troopers found nearly two pounds of cocaine after a traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Westmoreland County District Attorney's Office announced.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
After getting stuck on the railroad tracks, the truck was hit by a train and sent into the porch of a nearby home.
36-year-old Glenn Thomas was taken into custody as a joint investigation between several federal, state, and local agencies.
An Ohio man considered a suspect in the disappearance of a 17-year-old girl from Indiana led investigators to her remains, the Hocking County Sheriff's Office announced this week.
Troopers found nearly two pounds of cocaine after a traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Westmoreland County District Attorney's Office announced.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
After getting stuck on the railroad tracks, the truck was hit by a train and sent into the porch of a nearby home.
36-year-old Glenn Thomas was taken into custody as a joint investigation between several federal, state, and local agencies.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Daisy Jade is back at Neubauer's Flowers and while we still deal with the cold and snow, they're thinking spring!
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday giving you the best of the burgh for this weekend!
We find Team PTL's Daisy Jade at Neubauer's Flowers in Uniontown where she's finding some of the perfect flowers for Valentine's Day!
While Heather and David might be joined in the PTL Kitchen by Cesina's Sausage owner John Costanza, today is more about resilience than it is food.
Every great love story has a beginning, and maybe some bubbly! Elizabeth Langbell from Fine Wine & Good Spirits joins Heather and David to show them a sampling of the best and most affordable sparkling wines for Valentine's Day!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Brian Angelichio has spent the last four seasons as the passing game coordinator and tight ends coach for the Minnesota Vikings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Peyton, Kendall, and Chase Coury have the Burrell Bucs in position to make the WPIAL playoffs.
The Lions fan who was involved in an altercation with Steelers WR DK Metcalf and filed a $100 million lawsuit held a press conference.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
New research shows one in three U.S. teens use chatbots every single day for everything from schoolwork to personal advice. Experts say parents should be paying attention to what’s being shared and who, or what, is on the other side. Dr. Jess Ghilani is here to explain what’s safe and how to set smart boundaries.
Between dance and Monster Jam, there's plenty to cheer about this week in Pittsburgh.
Mom of three Tiffany Johnson lost her right arm in a shark attack nearly a decade ago. She’s in Pittsburgh to speak to young kids about using your worst day as fuel, fire and friendship.
There's a lot of buildup before Phil makes his big prediction in Punxsutawney. Boaz has more in "The Groundhog Diaries."
What's an ice dam? Ron explains — all while trying to remember the word "pantyhose."
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.
