Steelers Sign Kevan Barlow

Still seeking to fill the void they experienced last season when the retirement of Jerome Bettis left the offense without a power-type tailback, the Pittsburgh Steelers have reached agreement with free agent Kevan Barlow on a one-year contract.

Financial details of the agreement, which has been rumored for the past several days, were not immediately available.

A Pittsburgh native who attended that city’s Peabody High School and then starred at the University of Pittsburgh, the six-year veteran signed the deal Thursday. He will be on the field Friday morning for the team’s first mandatory minicamp under new coach Mike Tomlin.

Barlow, who grew up idolizing Steelers Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris, met with Pittsburgh officials last week. He also generated interest from several other teams, including the Indianapolis Colts, after he was released by the New York Jets early in the spring.

Written by Pat Lovell - The Steeler Fanatic
Pat has been following the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 30 years and is known worldwide as "The Steeler Fanatic". If you are interested in contributing to this website or would like Pat to contribute to your Blog, Website or Publication, Click Here.

With the 15th Pick The Pittsburgh Steelers …..

Choose..

LINEBACKER LAWRENCE TIMMONS
LINEBACKER
FLORIDA STATE

Full Bio Here

I’m not sure if I like this pick or not but for the most part I think it fills a hole and he’s a good fit for the 4-3. So, not a bad choice.

Despite never starting a game on defense before his junior year, was rated the ninth-best outside linebacker in college by ESPN prior to the 2006 campaign and named to Street & Smith’s All-American preseason list…Rated the fourth-best outside linebacker in the country by Rivals.com and named to Prep Star’s Top 100 team, in addition to picking up Super Prep Elite 50 honors as a senior at Wilson High School…He earned Defensive Player of the Year honors and was the top prep prospect in the state of South Carolina his final campaign.

I guess we’ll have to wait and see.

Written by Pat Lovell - The Steeler Fanatic
Pat has been following the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 30 years and is known worldwide as "The Steeler Fanatic". If you are interested in contributing to this website or would like Pat to contribute to your Blog, Website or Publication, Click Here.

Steelers Make Plans for 75th Season

The Steelers unveiled plans today to showcase the team’s 75th season with a broad range of events and festivities that will celebrate the legacy of the team and its players with fans worldwide.

From throwback uniforms to an All-Time Team and a new team mascot, the celebration will recognize the greatest moments in Steelers history. The All-Time Team that will represent the top players in the Pittsburgh Steelers history, selected by a vote of the fans.

A Steelers Legends Team will also be named to represent the Steelers top players prior to 1970. This team will be selected by a special panel of experts. Fans will also have an opportunity to enjoy a look back at the greatest plays and games in the entire 75-year history of the team.

The 75th Season Celebration will be led by Steelers Hall of Fame member Joe Greene, who wore the number 75, and will serve as the Honorary Captain for the season. All of the festivities are detailed and will be updated throughout 2007 in a special section of the Steelers website.

The Steelers unveiled a new 75th Season logo, which will be displayed on everything from the turf at Heinz Field to team uniforms and memorabilia that will available at all Steelers merchandise outlets. Throwback uniforms that represent the look of the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s will be worn by the team during two home games – September 16 vs. Buffalo and November 5 vs. Baltimore . Steelers Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward modeled the uniform today during the press conference. The new team mascot was unveiled and a Cricket “Name the Mascot” contest was announced, giving fans the opportunity to contribute ideas through the Steelers website. Information is available now for fans to participate in a contest to name the new mascot at www.steelers.com.

Written by Pat Lovell - The Steeler Fanatic
Pat has been following the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 30 years and is known worldwide as "The Steeler Fanatic". If you are interested in contributing to this website or would like Pat to contribute to your Blog, Website or Publication, Click Here.

Who is the Worlds Biggest Steeler Fan?

Well, I’m sure that’s debateable, but when I want to know something I head on over to Google and use the power of the internet. So I type in Worlds Biggest Steeler Fan and guess what comes up as the first listing in the search results.

Before I tell you, I’m going to be honest, I knew who was going to come up. I have been working on this for a while now and thought it was time to reveal it here on Steeler Fanatic.

You guessed it, The World’s Biggest Steeler Fan is none other than, me.. Pat Lovell aka “The Steeler Fanatic”.

This is quite an honor for me and you can now tell your friends and family that you know who the World’s Biggest Steeler Fan is and send them by to visit my little home on the Internet.

I would like to thank my……… just kidding

Written by Pat Lovell - The Steeler Fanatic
Pat has been following the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 30 years and is known worldwide as "The Steeler Fanatic". If you are interested in contributing to this website or would like Pat to contribute to your Blog, Website or Publication, Click Here.

I know my Canadian Friends are Bummed.

We met some guys early in the ’05 season from Canada and had a blast tailgating with them over the last few years. This great group of guys has to be bummed out as our favorite player has been released and has moved on to the Arizona Cardinals. Yep, Special Teams standout and part time Wide Receiver Sean Morey is gone. I can’t believe it.

I enjoyed Sean’s enthusiasm on special teams and it was very rare not to see #80 not make the first contact on the kick returner. However, I am happy for Sean, as he did get the chance to play on the Championship team and be a part of that special season. Better yet, he has a nice ring to show for it. I know my Dad and I will miss Sean and his buddies from that great country to the north. Keep in touch guys!

Guys, when you read this, send me some Steeler Lager. eh?

It was great fun fellas! We’ll miss the Tailgating Fun.

Written by Pat Lovell - The Steeler Fanatic
Pat has been following the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 30 years and is known worldwide as "The Steeler Fanatic". If you are interested in contributing to this website or would like Pat to contribute to your Blog, Website or Publication, Click Here.