So one of the big stories in camp, as if there weren’t enough already, is the return of Willie Colon and of course his move to guard from tackle. If you’ve been following any of the chatter coming out of camp so far one of the things you’ve noticed is all the scrapping going on. …
Category Archive: 2012 Training Camp
4 legends retire as Steelers; Marvel Smith, Aaron Smith, Fast Willie Parker, & Joey Porter
One of the cool things, at least I think so, is when a former Steeler player decides to officially end their career as part of the black ‘n gold. Sure it’s just a formality but when you think about the memories those big names have given us over the years, it only seems fitting to …
On the Steelers; Patience required with DeCastro
After little more than a week into Steelers’Training Camp 2012 there has already been some discussion about our first round draft pick David DeCastro. I wish I could tell you it was more positive than it is but I wouldn’t hit the panic button just yet. DeCastro as you recall was a pipe dream back …
2012 Steelers training camp update: August 2, Replacement officials visit
A mostly sunny day at St Vincent as the Steelers continue developing their squad for the regular season. The first preseason game is less than a week away, in Philadelphia, so as the days wear on in Latrobe the opportunity to hit someone in a different jersey gets closer and closer. Players always talk about …
What exactly does “soon” mean when it comes to the Steelers’ Mike Wallace?
In all my years, and decades of watching the Steelers, I’m amazed at how many people all over the league are so intrigued about when Mike Wallace is going to show up. Pittsburgh fans and other teams fans alike. I say that not because I don’t want him there, but because haven’t we all learned …
2012 Steelers training camp recap & photos, August 1, special teams gets significant work
Steelers training camp 2012 continues from St. Vincent College today as storms were again the forecast. Mother nature is having her way with the team as they dance around the rain drops nearly every day, but fortunately even with rain forecasted the team was able to get in their practice under sunny skies. This week …
Steelers’ fans should welcome Pirates’ success
I don’t need to tell any of you that what is happening. A couple of Ben Roethlisberger deep balls from Heinz Field is nothing short of amazing in it’s own right, however the long-awaited ‘season above. 500′ is finally happening at PNC Park and Pirates’ fans deserve it. Sadly, I’ve seen some comments recently where …
2012 Steelers training camp recap & pics, July 31st, physical battles continue at Latrobe
After getting a mandatory day off each week during training camp, thanks to the new CBA ratified by the players and owners last year, the Steelers are back at it this afternoon with their regular workout open to the public. Thunder & lightening again during the workouts as mother nature refuses to consistently cooperate with …
Blitzburgh Radio Steelers Podcast – Training camp 2012, week 1
BRC and Steeldad on Blitzburgh Radio, presented by SteelerAddicts.com talking all things Steelers training camp 2012. On this episode we talk about the first week of camp; including things we liked, didn’t like, the ever present Mike Wallace debate, players that stood out to us and more. Rookie 2012 draft picks Chris Rainey and Alameda …
Steelers’ training camp week one; Reading the tea leaves
One of my favorite expressions and an easily over-used cliche of mine is ‘reading the tea leaves.’ I really believe in the days of 24/7 media and sports hype, people often say or do things that are not quite on point so we are left to decipher exactly what they are getting at. Thus, we …










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