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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

James Conner fires up the Panthers before their Oct. 8 game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. TPN File Photo

The next chapter: Conner’s story continues in Pittsburgh

By Ryan Zimba | Sports Editor May 9, 2017

Sitting with friends and family in his hometown of Erie, Pennsylvania, James Conner watched as the NFL Draft progressed through the first three rounds. Conner — a projected fifth or sixth round pick...

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on during the first half against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 24. Sam Riche/TNS

No Contest: Tomlin blunders another battle with Belichick

By Steve Rotstein | Sports Editor January 24, 2017

Sunday’s AFC Championship Game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots was a mismatch of epic proportions — not on the field, but on the sidelines. The talent level on the Steelers’...

Head coach Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the New England Patriots on Sunday, 27-16. (TNS)

Armchair Coach: Tomlin’s mistakes cost Steelers chance at huge upset

By Steve Rotstein | Sports Editor October 24, 2016

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the New England Patriots Sunday, 27-16 — but don’t blame backup quarterback Landry Jones. This one’s on the coach. Jones performed admirably, starting in place...

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