Will Graves AP
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AP National Writer based in Pittsburgh.
My track record’s longer than a DC-20 aircraft.
My track record’s longer than a DC-20 aircraft.
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Trans athletes are under more scrutiny than ever. Some have found a safe space in gymnastics
As the rhetoric around transgender athletes grows more heated, one organization is trying to create a safe space.
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The rhetoric around trans and non-binary athlete clashes with the reality in the
@naigco.bsky.social , which has created a safe space for gymnasts who don't believe they should have to choose between their gender identity and their sport.
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@naigco.bsky.social , which has created a safe space for gymnasts who don't believe they should have to choose between their gender identity and their sport.
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Aaron Rodgers doesn’t see the need to dip into his greatest hits.
The quarterback who famously told everyone in Green Bay — his teammates included — to “R-E-L-A-X” after a sluggish start, has no plans to spread the same message this time around.
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The quarterback who famously told everyone in Green Bay — his teammates included — to “R-E-L-A-X” after a sluggish start, has no plans to spread the same message this time around.
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Aaron Rodgers isn't telling the Steelers to R-E-L-A-X. 'I don't feel like this team has a freak out'
The Pittsburgh Steelers are struggling as December hits, but Aaron Rodgers isn't panicking. The quarterback, known for his "R-E-L-A-X" message in Green Bay earlier in his career, doesn't feel the need...
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December 3, 2025 at 10:26 PM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Aaron Rodgers doesn’t see the need to dip into his greatest hits.
The quarterback who famously told everyone in Green Bay — his teammates included — to “R-E-L-A-X” after a sluggish start, has no plans to spread the same message this time around.
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The quarterback who famously told everyone in Green Bay — his teammates included — to “R-E-L-A-X” after a sluggish start, has no plans to spread the same message this time around.
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Mike Tomlin’s resume practically demands that he deserves the respect of being given the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise.
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
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Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
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Steelers and Mike Tomlin have been in tight spots before, but never quite like this
Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers coach, often says, “smile in the face of adversity.” But after a 26-7 loss to Buffalo on Sunday, Tomlin wasn't smiling.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Mike Tomlin’s resume practically demands that he deserves the respect of being given the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise.
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Mike Tomlin’s resume practically demands that he deserves the respect of being given the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise.
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Steelers and Mike Tomlin have been in tight spots before, but never quite like this
Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers coach, often says, “smile in the face of adversity.” But after a 26-7 loss to Buffalo on Sunday, Tomlin wasn't smiling.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Mike Tomlin’s resume practically demands that he deserves the respect of being given the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise.
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Respect is one thing, patience is another.
For the first time in nearly 20 years, it may be starting to run out.
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PITTSBURGH (AP) _ Aaron Rodgers hopes his bloodied nose isn't broken.
The reeling Pittsburgh Steelers feel the same way about their season.
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The reeling Pittsburgh Steelers feel the same way about their season.
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Aaron Rodgers' bloody nose a fitting symbol for the hurting Steelers in lopsided loss to Bills
Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers are hurting in more ways than one after a 26-7 loss to Buffalo.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:04 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) _ Aaron Rodgers hopes his bloodied nose isn't broken.
The reeling Pittsburgh Steelers feel the same way about their season.
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The reeling Pittsburgh Steelers feel the same way about their season.
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“Not only do we pass the eye test, we pass the field test, right?”
Midseason swoon behind them, Mario Cristobal and Miami believe they've done enough to earn a spot in the CFP.
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Midseason swoon behind them, Mario Cristobal and Miami believe they've done enough to earn a spot in the CFP.
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No. 13 Miami ended the regular season on a heater, hoping it's enough to earn a spot in the CFP
Miami coach Mario Cristobal believes the 13th-ranked Hurricanes deserve a spot in the College Football Playoff.
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November 29, 2025 at 10:50 PM
“Not only do we pass the eye test, we pass the field test, right?”
Midseason swoon behind them, Mario Cristobal and Miami believe they've done enough to earn a spot in the CFP.
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Midseason swoon behind them, Mario Cristobal and Miami believe they've done enough to earn a spot in the CFP.
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Mike Tomlin has perfected saying a lot by saying only a little.
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
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The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
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For the sagging Pittsburgh Steelers, the devil is in the details
Mike Tomlin thrives when things get tough, but the Pittsburgh Steelers are struggling right now. The Steelers have lost four of their past six games, including a 31-28 defeat in Chicago that dropped t...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Mike Tomlin has perfected saying a lot by saying only a little.
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
Mike Tomlin has perfected saying a lot by saying only a little.
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
For the sagging Pittsburgh Steelers, the devil is in the details
Mike Tomlin thrives when things get tough, but the Pittsburgh Steelers are struggling right now. The Steelers have lost four of their past six games, including a 31-28 defeat in Chicago that dropped t...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Mike Tomlin has perfected saying a lot by saying only a little.
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
apnews.com/article/pitt...
The Steelers coach did it again Sunday when he said "it's just tight when it's good on good," after losing to the Bears.
And Pittsburgh's version of 'good' hasn't been good enough.
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What happens with Steelers tight end Darnell Washington gets the ball on his hands?
“It’s lights, camera, action.”
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“It’s lights, camera, action.”
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Steelers tight end Darnell Washington isn't your average NFL big guy and has the skills to prove it
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington is redefining what players his size can do on the football field.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:13 AM
What happens with Steelers tight end Darnell Washington gets the ball on his hands?
“It’s lights, camera, action.”
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“It’s lights, camera, action.”
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph knew what he was getting into. So did the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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Mason Rudolph has turned into a pretty good backup plan for the Steelers
Mason Rudolph and the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a familiar place as the stretch drive looms, with Rudolph potentially taking over at quarterback while the team eyes the playoffs.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:35 PM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph knew what he was getting into. So did the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph knew what he was getting into. So did the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
apnews.com/article/stee...
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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Mason Rudolph has turned into a pretty good backup plan for the Steelers
Mason Rudolph and the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a familiar place as the stretch drive looms, with Rudolph potentially taking over at quarterback while the team eyes the playoffs.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:35 PM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph knew what he was getting into. So did the Pittsburgh Steelers.
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
apnews.com/article/stee...
On the quarterback who has never been viewed as a long-term solution keeps -- happily, he insists -- finding ways to relish being a short-term one.
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Aaron Rodgers spent the first half on Sunday trying to will the Pittsburgh Steelers into the kind of offensive rhythm that’s been elusive of late.
He spent the second half in the locker room, his 41-year-old left wrist aching and his status uncertain.
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He spent the second half in the locker room, his 41-year-old left wrist aching and his status uncertain.
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Aaron Rodgers to be evaluated after leaving Steelers' win over Bengals with left wrist injury
Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers is dealing with an injury to his left wrist that forced the four-time MVP to miss the second half of the Steelers' 34-12 win over Cincinnati.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Aaron Rodgers spent the first half on Sunday trying to will the Pittsburgh Steelers into the kind of offensive rhythm that’s been elusive of late.
He spent the second half in the locker room, his 41-year-old left wrist aching and his status uncertain.
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He spent the second half in the locker room, his 41-year-old left wrist aching and his status uncertain.
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Their future Hall of Fame quarterback spent the second half in the locker room. The perennial All-Pro live wire at safety joined him after being ejected.
And still the Pittsburgh Steelers found a way and steadied themselves in the process.
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And still the Pittsburgh Steelers found a way and steadied themselves in the process.
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Steelers run past Bengals 34-12 but lose Aaron Rodgers to a left wrist injury
The Pittsburgh Steelers used two defensive touchdowns to race by the Cincinnati Bengals 34-12 but lost quarterback Aaron Rodgers to an injury.
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November 16, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Their future Hall of Fame quarterback spent the second half in the locker room. The perennial All-Pro live wire at safety joined him after being ejected.
And still the Pittsburgh Steelers found a way and steadied themselves in the process.
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And still the Pittsburgh Steelers found a way and steadied themselves in the process.
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Maybe it was a “must win”for Pitt.
Maybe it wasn't.
Notre Dame doesn’t have that luxury.
And the Fighting Irish played like it.
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Maybe it wasn't.
Notre Dame doesn’t have that luxury.
And the Fighting Irish played like it.
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Jeremiyah Love and No. 9 Notre Dame overwhelm No. 23 Pittsburgh in 37-15 victory
No. 9 Notre Dame extended its winning streak to eight with a decisive 37-15 win over No. 23 Pittsburgh.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Maybe it was a “must win”for Pitt.
Maybe it wasn't.
Notre Dame doesn’t have that luxury.
And the Fighting Irish played like it.
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Maybe it wasn't.
Notre Dame doesn’t have that luxury.
And the Fighting Irish played like it.
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Normalize understanding that knowing about abuse and failing to report it is a failure of your legal obligation if you are a mandatory reporter and a failure of your moral obligation if you are not.
November 15, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Normalize understanding that knowing about abuse and failing to report it is a failure of your legal obligation if you are a mandatory reporter and a failure of your moral obligation if you are not.
If I had access to documents that exonerated me from any wrongdoing of any kind and implicated others, I’m thinking I’d have that thing printed and mailed to everyone I knew and then laminate them and carry it with at all times.
I wouldn’t hold onto it.
But hey, that’s just me.
I wouldn’t hold onto it.
But hey, that’s just me.
November 14, 2025 at 10:32 PM
If I had access to documents that exonerated me from any wrongdoing of any kind and implicated others, I’m thinking I’d have that thing printed and mailed to everyone I knew and then laminate them and carry it with at all times.
I wouldn’t hold onto it.
But hey, that’s just me.
I wouldn’t hold onto it.
But hey, that’s just me.
Saying “I’m down with human trafficking as long as the child is almost old enough to test for their learner’s permit” is a hell of a hill to die on ….
November 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Saying “I’m down with human trafficking as long as the child is almost old enough to test for their learner’s permit” is a hell of a hill to die on ….
Reposted by Will Graves AP
"It will make you dizzy."
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
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"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
'Not fair at all.' In the super-sized conference era, a school's fate could hinge on tiebreakers
There is growing concern among college football coaches about spots in the Power Four conference title games coming down to tiebreakers instead of play on the field.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM
"It will make you dizzy."
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
Reposted by Will Graves AP
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The individual trophy cases for Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal are growing increasingly full.
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
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The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
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Pirates ace Paul Skenes wins first Cy Young Award and Tigers star Tarik Skubal goes back-to-back
Paul Skenes has won the National League Cy Young Award in a unanimous vote, becoming the first pitcher in 40 years to win Rookie of the Year one season and a Cy Young Award the next.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:23 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The individual trophy cases for Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal are growing increasingly full.
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The individual trophy cases for Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal are growing increasingly full.
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
Pirates ace Paul Skenes wins first Cy Young Award and Tigers star Tarik Skubal goes back-to-back
Paul Skenes has won the National League Cy Young Award in a unanimous vote, becoming the first pitcher in 40 years to win Rookie of the Year one season and a Cy Young Award the next.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:23 AM
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The individual trophy cases for Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal are growing increasingly full.
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
The next step in the evolution of baseball’s two best pitchers is winning — preferably where they are.
apnews.com/article/cy-y...
"It will make you dizzy."
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
'Not fair at all.' In the super-sized conference era, a school's fate could hinge on tiebreakers
There is growing concern among college football coaches about spots in the Power Four conference title games coming down to tiebreakers instead of play on the field.
apnews.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM
"It will make you dizzy."
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
"The unintended consequences are remarkable."
"It hurts my brain."
In the era of super-sized conferences, either win all your games or your fate may rest on a spreadsheet, not the field.
apnews.com/article/acc-...
