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sports1 year ago

"Jets Secure Mike Williams in One-Year, $15 Million Deal; Holcomb Shares Workout Video"

The Steelers miss out on signing wide receiver Mike Williams as he agrees to a one-year deal with the New York Jets worth up to $15 million, while injured linebacker Cole Holcomb posts a workout video in hopes of making a comeback. Former Penguins winger Jake Guentzel continues to perform well with the Carolina Hurricanes, and Pitt fans find joy in Virginia's poor performance in the NCAA Tournament's "First Four" as they were upset by Colorado State.

sports2 years ago

Steelers Adjust Lineup and Activate McFarland Amidst Injury Woes

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to adjust their inside linebacker rotation following the season-ending injury to Cole Holcomb. Head coach Mike Tomlin stated that they will now rely on a more traditional rotation featuring Elandon Roberts and Kwon Alexander, with one coming off the field in sub-packages. While the loss of Holcomb is significant, Tomlin believes in the capabilities of Roberts and Alexander, and there is potential for second-year linebacker Mark Robinson to see some playing time as well. The Steelers had initially found success with a three-man rotation, but will now have to adapt without Holcomb.

sports2 years ago

"Steelers LB Cole Holcomb and Titans WR Treylon Burks Suffer Season-Ending Injuries in Week 9 Clash"

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury suffered during Thursday night's game against the Titans. Holcomb, who was having a strong season, was carted off the field and taken to the hospital. The Steelers will rely on veteran Kwon Alexander and Elandon Roberts to fill the void left by Holcomb's absence.

sports2 years ago

"Steelers' Cole Holcomb's Season Ends with Gruesome Knee Injury"

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb suffered a season-ending knee injury in the win against the Tennessee Titans. Holcomb was carted off the field in the first half and was discharged from the hospital after an overnight stay. He is expected to make a full recovery. The injury occurred when Holcomb was pursuing Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and was hit on the knee by safety Keanu Neal. With Holcomb out, Elandon Roberts and Kwon Alexander played increased snaps in the game.

sports2 years ago

Mina Kimes Worries About Pittsburgh's ILB Group Despite Strong Performance

ESPN analyst Mina Kimes thinks that the inside linebacker group will be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ downfall, a problem she said the team’s dealt with since Ryan Shazier’s career-ending injury. The team added Cole Holcomb, Elandon Roberts, and Nick Kwiatkowski to the group this offseason, but Kimes believes that neither Holcomb nor Roberts will be factors in the passing game. However, the inside linebacker spot is probably the weakest on Pittsburgh’s defense, but it remains to be seen how the group will perform during game action.

sports2 years ago

"Assessing the Steelers' Recent Defensive Moves"

This film room analysis looks at Cole Holcomb's 2022 film, which shows he is a smart run defender who consistently finds where the ball is going and gets there. He can deal with blockers when he has to and frequently shoots into gaps and disrupts the run lane. However, his aggressive nature can get him in trouble, and he wasn't as fast as he was in 2021, limiting his playmaking. If he can return to his 2021 level of play, he will likely be the best linebacker on the Steelers in 2023.

sports2 years ago

"Assessing the Steelers' Latest Free Agency Moves"

The Pittsburgh Steelers have filled their immediate need at inside linebacker by signing Cole Holcomb, a former starter with the Washington Commanders. Holcomb is an athletic linebacker who excels in coverage and has shown he can make plays on the ball. With the Steelers' inside linebackers failing to record an interception or force a fumble in 2022, Holcomb's addition brings a player capable of being an every-down linebacker. The Steelers can continue to address the position, whether that be in terms of adding another potential starter or in terms of depth as the offseason continues.

sports2 years ago

"Steelers' Offseason Moves: Holcomb Contract, Jack Cut, and New Signings"

Cole Holcomb has passed his physical and signed a three-year, $18 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, making him the new middle linebacker and signal-caller for the team's defense. The deal justifies his anticipated snap count as an every-down player. Holcomb started 48 career games in Washington, recording 388 tackles, and is expected to replace the completely turned-over inside linebacker room for the Steelers.

sports2 years ago

Steelers Release Myles Jack Following Elandon Roberts Signing

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed linebackers Elandon Roberts and Cole Holcomb in the first day of NFL free agency, while cutting starting inside linebacker Myles Jack to create cap space. The team also restructured safety Minkah Fitzpatrick's contract to create additional cap space. Roberts and Holcomb are both known for their ability to stop the run, but not for their pass coverage skills.

sports2 years ago

Steelers bolster linebacker corps with Roberts and Holcomb signings.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed linebackers Elandon Roberts and Cole Holcomb in the first day of NFL free agency, while cutting starting inside linebacker Myles Jack to create cap space. The team also restructured safety Minkah Fitzpatrick's contract to create additional cap space. Roberts and Holcomb are expected to start alongside each other, with Roberts also potentially filling in on special teams. Neither player is known for their pass coverage, but both excel at stopping the run.

sports2 years ago

Steelers Bolster Defense with Signing of LB Cole Holcomb.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have filled their inside linebacker need by agreeing to a three-year deal with Cole Holcomb, a former starter for the Washington Football Team. Holcomb's 2022 season was cut short due to a foot injury, but prior to that, he was having a career season with 69 tackles in seven games. With Robert Spillane expected to sign with the Las Vegas Raiders and Devin Bush expected to hit free agency, Holcomb fills a void in the middle of the Steelers' defense.

sports2 years ago

Steelers bolster roster with multiple signings in free agency.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a three-year deal with former Commanders linebacker Cole Holcomb in free agency. Holcomb will replace former No. 1 Devin Bush, who is entering free agency. Despite missing 10 games last season due to injuries, Holcomb had a career year with 142 tackles, two interceptions, seven pass breakups, and two forced fumbles in 16 games. He will join a strong linebacker corps in Pittsburgh that includes Myles Jack, T.J. Watt, and Alex Highsmith.