Author: Vibye Media

The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to stay put and let their guy fall to them during the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday evening. A few shocking selections came in the top 19 (top 12 specifically), which led to many solid players sneaking out of the teens and into the range for General Manager Omar Khan. The result was versatile offensive lineman Troy Fautanu out of the University of Washington. The Steel City could very well have their bookend tackles for the next decade if everything pans out, and now Khan will shift his focus to day two.…

The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is in the books, with the second and third rounds set to start at 7 p.m. Friday. It was awesome to see Cam Heyward recognized as part of the proceedings for winning the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for his off-field contributions to the community. Heyward would get the honor of announcing the Steelers’ first pick after being introduced by the commissioner. With the Steelers holding pick No. 20, there were moves made by other teams that led to the chance to select offensive tackle Troy Fautanu. The first five…

With the No. 20 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers turned a longtime fan’s dream into reality, selecting Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu. Fautanu was one of the Steelers’ final predraft visits, and while visiting the Southside facility, posted an Instagram picture with the caption “Dreams turn reality.” The Washington product grew up wearing former Steelers safety Troy Polamalu’s No. 43 jersey and now becomes the latest Samoan player named Troy to wear the Black and Gold. Fautanu playing for his favorite childhood team is a great story, but more importantly, he allows Pittsburgh to move…

Bringing in 11 offensive linemen on “30” visits, the Steelers did not mask their intentions in the first round. They ended up capitalizing on this tackle-rich draft class, selecting Washington’s Troy Fautanu at No. 20 overall. Fautanu is the second straight tackle the Steelers have chosen in Round 1, as the team traded up for Broderick Jones (No. 14 overall) last year. Some teams viewed Fautanu as a player who will be a better guard, but Mike Tomlin said, via ESPN.com’s Brooke Pryor, the Steelers view their most recent addition as a player who can stick at tackle. Daniel Jeremiah’s…

As the Pittsburgh Steelers eagerly anticipate the promise of a remarkable and fruitful 2024 NFL Draft, fans across the Steel City hold their breath, wondering which talented prospects will soon don the black and gold. Amidst this anticipation, Steelers stalwart defensive lineman, Cam Heyward, has recently graced the airwaves with a captivating new episode of his acclaimed podcast, Not Just Football with Cam Heyward. As listeners tuned in, Heyward went into the depths of his own personal journey through the tumultuous waters of the NFL draft process. Reminiscing on his own draft day experience, Heyward, a formidable force selected 31st…

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a strategic move by selecting Troy Fautanu, the offensive tackle from Washington, with their 20th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Now, their focus shifts to addressing their remaining needs as the draft progresses. As the action continues on Friday with rounds two and three, the Steelers have opportunities to further bolster their roster. With one pick in the second round at 51 and two picks in the third round, they have some flexibility. Many pundits and fans identify center as the team’s most pressing need, with round two at 51 seen as the prime…

Paul Merson has shared his score prediction for Manchester City’s upcoming game against Nottingham Forest. On Thursday night, the Blues beat Brighton & Hove Albion 4-0 away from home in the Premier League to put them one point behind Arsenal at the top of the table with a game in hand. With that game out of the way, the Manchester club will be in action once again this weekend as they travel to the Midlands to take on Forest. Looking ahead to what is another crucial weekend of fixtures in the title race, the race to secure European football and…

It appears Arne Slot is edging closer to being named as Jurgen Klopp’s successor at Liverpool and has made his intentions clear. The Dutchman ‘absolutely believes’ a deal can be reached between the Reds and Feyenoord and has not stayed reserved about his keenness to move on. He remains Liverpool’s top target and would start his tenure this summer. Slot has been headhunted after Xabi Alonso declared he was staying at Bayer Leverkusen and links with Ruben Amorim grew cold. The 45-year-old is an outspoken coach who is praised as having excellent communication skills. The ECHO answers the questions Liverpool…

Micah Richards has claimed that one of his former Manchester City teammates is the most complete footballer he has ever seen. City have had a number of world-class players play for them since Sheikh Mansour took over the club over a decade ago. The Etihad Stadium has seen some magnificent talents, and it’s no surprise at all that Manchester City have been the most successful club in the country in that period. Micah Richards enjoyed his time at City after he burst onto the scene, and he shared the dressing room with some incredible players. He has now raved about…

Pep Guardiola and his wider coaching staff have been boosted by the eagerly-awaited return of Erling Haaland to full first-team training on Friday. The Norwegian striker has been absent from Manchester City’s last two competitive fixtures, having been ruled out for the FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea and the Premier League meeting with Brighton this week. Speaking prior to the meeting with Roberto De Zerbi’s side, Guardiola commented on the fitness of his number nine, “He’s injured. I don’t think it’s much but he’s not able for today (vs Brighton). I don’t know (if he will be back for…