Tag: runningback

Steelers RB hilariously asks fans who to recruit next

Cordarrelle Patterson’s recruitment of elite talent to Pittsburgh has resumed, and the Steelers’ RB asks fans who to recruit next.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Cordarrelle Patterson is becoming a fan favorite for the Pittsburgh faithful.  While the Steelers’ acquisition of Patterson was aimed at boosting the running game and special teams unit, the running back has provided something even more valuable—his efforts in recruiting Steelers’ trade targets.

From returning kickoffs and delivering a dominant Week 4 rushing performance, to offering comedic relief during tough times for the team, Patterson has done it all. The running back made his best attempts to recruit Pittsburgh trade targets Davante Adams and Mike Williams, and with the trade deadline around the corner, Patterson is now asking fans who he should recruit next.

One 31-year old All-Pro receiver has been linked to the ‘Steel City’ the past few days. Could Cooper Kupp be the next receiver to hear Patterson’s legendary sales pitch? Or does the running back have another receiver in mind? As the trade deadline approaches, when will Pittsburgh make their move?

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Antonio Brown arrives in Pittsburgh for Week 7, Le’Veon Bell is next

Announcing last week his plans to return for Week 7’s game, Antonio Brown has touched down in Pittsburgh on Friday, will Bell coming soon.

Last week, former Steelers All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown made headlines as he announced his return to Pittsburgh for Week 7. Speculation ran rampant, but it was later revealed that he and former Steelers teammate, All-Pro RB Le’Veon Bell, would attend Pittsburgh’s Week 7 contest against the New York Jets.

The pair were also present at the game and the Terrible Tailgate in Las Vegas when the Steelers traveled to take on the Raiders in Week 6.

On Friday, AB confirmed his arrival in the ‘Steel City’ on social media, with Bell replying that he too would be next.

The nostalgia and memories the ‘Killer B’s’ created are enough to make any grown Steelers fan emotional, but excitement is in the air as two of the greatest NFL playmakers from the past decade return to root for the team they love. While polarizing, to say the least, it is heartwarming to see the two formerly disgruntled players put aside their differences with the team to return to Pittsburgh.

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Former Steelers All-Pro RB makes prediction on George Pickens’ future

Le’Veon Bell made headlines last week as he attended the Week 6 game in Vegas. He has a bold prediction about Pickens’ future production.

George Pickens has been the limelight as of late for all the wrong reasons.  From drama stemming from inconsistent play a few weeks ago, to maturity issues with media availability, and more recently, ruining Mike Tomlin’s Week 7 ‘super-secret’ quarterback plan.

The news on Russell Wilson’s Week 7 start, that Pickens leaked accidentally, was unsurprising to most fans, as there were subtle hints that Justin Fields was going to be benched.  However, former All-Pro Steelers’ RB Le’Veon Bell believes Wilson will open doorways for Pickens that he hasn’t had before.

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Can anyone truly argue with what Bell is predicting?  From his highlight reel catches, to being one of the most complete receivers in today’s game, Pickens’ talent is undeniable.  Wilson, who has had extremely talented receivers unlock their potential under his signal calling before, should get more out of Pickens’ production than any previous QB has gotten before.

Tune in to watch the duo’s first start together in Week 7, as the Steelers take on the Jets on Sunday Night Football, on October 20th, at 8:20 PM EST.

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AFC North rival expecting 4x Pro Bowler to return in Week 7

The Cleveland Browns expect their star RB Nick Chubb to return from injury in Week 7. How will this impact Pittsburgh moving forward?

One of Pittsburgh’s AFC North rivals is growing more formidable, as the Cleveland Browns expect star RB Nick Chubb to return from injury in Week 7.

Just over 13 months ago, Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick delivered a touchdown-saving hit on Chubb. What seemed like a routine stop for Pittsburgh’s hard-hitting defense turned into a nightmare as Chubb was carted off the field in visible pain.

Upon review, the injury occurred as Chubb fought off a tackle from Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb for extra yards. Fitzpatrick, assisting in the stop, went low, leading to severe damage to Chubb’s MCL, ACL, and meniscus in his left knee.

The injury was devastating for Browns fans, and while rivalry runs deep, there’s respect for Chubb’s grueling 13-month rehab to return to the field.


Will the Steelers’ AFC North rival’s star player be 100% after such an awful knee injury?  Only time will tell, but the future matchups between Pittsburgh and Cleveland have certainly grown in difficulty for the Steelers.

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LOOK: Brian Robinson’s new fashion statement breaks the internet

Brian Robinson’s “big hat” immediately becomes a meme

Washington Commander’s runningback, [autotag]Brian Robinson[/autotag], had arguably his best day as a professional with 20 touches for 125 yards and a score in their 19-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons.

However, it was the former Crimson Tide star’s postgame outfit that grabbed the attention of the media. Robinson was spotted in a hat that is about four times the size of his head after the game that immediately became an internet meme.

While the hat looks a bit goofy, Robinson did say that his friend owns a “big hat” company, so it is nice to see Robinson supporting a friend’s business!

The Commanders are now 7-5 and back in the playoff hunt, and Robinson has certainly played his role in that,

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FANS REACT: Jase McClellan bolts past Texas defense for 81 yard score

Jace McClellan strikes from 81 yards to put Tide up 10-3

Running back Jase McClellan strikes first for the Alabama Crimson Tide on a dazzling 81-yard run! After an opening drive that saw Jahmyr Gibbs get multiple touches, the change of pace in McClellan was enough for the Tide to find the endzone first.

McClellan is a Texas native, so striking in his home state has to taste an extra sweet. McClellan is going to continue to be a problem for the Longhorn defense all afternoon.

Fans and analysts took to Twitter to share their reactions to the monster touchdown by the Crimson Tide running back. The score put Alabama in the lead briefly before Texas came back to tie it up.

WATCH: Mark Ingram II debuts new number with New Orleans Saints

Mark Ingram II changing numbers ahead of 2022 season!

Former Crimson Tide running-back, Mark Ingram II, was acquired by the New Orleans Saints from the Houston Texans for a seventh-round draft pick in October of 2021. For the remainder of the 2021 season, Ingram wore No. 14, however, he will be changing to No. 5 ahead of the 2022 season.

Ingram was originally selected by the Saints in the first-round pick with the No. 28 overall in the 2011 NFL Draft. He debuted wearing No. 28, before eventually changing to No. 22 ahead of the 2013 season. So No. 5 is the fourth jersey number Ingram II has worn with the Saints.

Ingram looks clean in the new No. 5, see below:

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WATCH: Bo Scarbrough’s first TD as Birmingham Stallion

Bo Scarbrough scores first touchdown in the USFL with the Birmingham Stallions!

Former Alabama running-back [autotag]Bo Scarbrough[/autotag] signed with the USFL’s Birmingham Stallions on May 9th. In less than two weeks he is already making his presence felt.

Scarbrough recorded his first score in the USFL tonight with a fourth quarter scamper to improve the Stallions to 6-0 on the season. The 6’1, 236 pound mammoth is going to be a problem for the rest of the league.

With a great spring season, Scarbrough could potentially be looking at a leap back into the NFL. However, for now he will remain a fan favorite in his home state of Alabama.

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Former Alabama RB Bo Scarbrough to join USFL Birmingham Stallions

Bo is back playing football in the state of Alabama!

This is the inaugural season of the USFL and the Birmingham Stallions have taken the league by storm. The Stallions have opened the season on a four game winning streak. However, they’re not done improving as they have signed former Alabama running-back [autotag]Bo Scarbrough[/autotag].

Scarbrough was a local legend, playing his high school ball at Northridge High School in Tuscaloosa for three years. Going into his senior year he  ultimately decided to go to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.

After high school Scarbrough was a consensus five-star and committed to Alabama. He played three years for the Tide amassing career totals of 267 carries, 1,512 yards and 20 touchdowns in 31 career games. Scarbrough declared for the NFL after his junior year and was selected in the seventh round No. 236 overall by the Dallas Cowboys. Scarbrough bounced around a few different teams in the NFL before ultimately receiving the call to join the USFL and the Stallions.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL and USFL.

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Grading each position group after national signing day

Our virtual report card by position group after national signing day.

In the transfer portal era, college football rosters are never set, but with the passing of national signing day, Auburn’s roster should not be going through any more massive change soon. But then again with the uncertainty around the head coach, never say never.

Auburn whiffed on their remaining targets on sighing day and with Ja’varrius Johnson entering the portal, left the day with fewer players than it started with. The Tigers finished with the No. 18 recruiting class according to the 247Sports class ranking. Auburn added 23 players to the roster, 18 high school signees, and five transfers.

The group is led by four-star linebacker Robert Woodyard who is ranked as the No. 13 linebacker and No. 141 overall player in the country. The class also features three top 10 JUCO players, No. 1 player Jeffrey M’ba, No. 1 cornerback Keionte Scott, and No. 1 safety Marquise Gilbert.

Of the transfers, most notable is the addition of not one, but two quarterbacks. Auburn added former Texas A&M starter Zach Calzada and former Oregon Duck Robby Ashford.

With the additions and subtractions let’s grade every position group ahead of the 2022 season, this grade will focus more on the coming season than long-term projection.