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Nate Skinner is a student at West Virginia University studying Sports and Adventure Media. He currently writes for the Daily Athenaeum as the Women's Basketball Beat Reporter, along with covering all other WVU Sports. Nate has also started to do sports photography for the DA. He currently writes about the Steelers for The Lead while dabbling in college sports and NFL content.

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Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs the ball for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Miami Hurricanes during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Who Will Be College Football’s Top 10 Wide Receiver Duos of 2026-27?

After evaluating the top running backs in college football, it’s time to turn to the top 10 wide receiver duos.   Duos can...

July 16, 2026
Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (4) carries the ball for a touchdown against the Indiana Hoosiers in the third quarter during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Top 10 Running Backs Entering the 2026 College Football Season

As the college football season inches closer, it’s time to look at the best ten at each position group, based on this season’s...

July 10, 2026
Aug 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Steelers’ Secondary Will Rebound Under DC Patrick Graham

Entering the 2026-27 NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers will rely on a secondary built to prove itself after a shaky 2025. Last season,...

June 25, 2026
Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight end Eric Saubert (81) celebrates after making a catch for a game-winning two-point conversion against the Los Angeles Rams in overtime at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best NFL Matchups of the 2026 Season? Weeks 13-18

After delving into the first 12 weeks of the NFL season and the best matchup each week, the attention shifts to the final...

June 11, 2026
Dec 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs with the ball after a catch against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best NFL Matchups of the 2026 Season? Weeks 7-12

Part one of our NFL matchups series looked at Weeks 1-6; in part two, Weeks 7-12 take the spotlight. The middle third of...

May 27, 2026
Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) attempts to catch the ball against Buffalo Bills cornerback Ja'Marcus Ingram (46) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best NFL Matchups of the 2026 Season? Weeks 1-6

After the official NFL schedule release on Thursday, May 14, teams now know where they’ll be playing during the 2026-27 season. This year’s...

May 24, 2026
Sep 6, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Germie Bernard (5) carries the ball during the first quarter against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
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What Does Germie Bernard Provide for the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Last season, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense underwhelmed at wide receiver, with DK Metcalf serving as the only true receiving threat. Sure, running back...

May 15, 2026
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker David Bailey embraces NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after he is selected by the New York Jets as the number two pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Who Are the Ten Biggest Winners of the 2026 NFL Draft?

After the 2026 NFL Draft, some teams drastically improved while others may have missed the mark. Although we won’t know how these draft...

May 7, 2026
Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dk Metcalf (4) leaves the field following an AFC Wild Card Round loss to the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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How Can Steelers Improve Modest Wide Receiver Room in 2026 Draft?

Entering the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, PA, the Steelers will look to retool and add to their receiver room after a disappointing...

April 16, 2026
Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; A Pittsburgh Steelers logo during the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 NFL Draft Preview

The Pittsburgh Steelers ended their season with a disappointing 30-6 loss in the NFL Wild Card Round and still have not won a...

April 5, 2026
Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Emeka Egbuka is selected as the No. 19 pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2026 NFL Draft Guide

After the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2025-26 season collapsed beneath them, 2026 looms as a year they must put all the pieces together. Quarterback...

April 2, 2026
Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; A Los Angeles Rams logo at the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Los Angeles Rams 2026 NFL Draft Preview

The Los Angeles Rams suffered a 31-27 loss to the eventual Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Conference Championship game. So...

March 30, 2026
Iowa State Cyclones' center Audi Crooks (55) reacts after a score against Kansas State during the second quarter in the Big-12 conference women’s basketball on Feb. 15, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum, in Ames, Iowa.
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Who Are the 10 Best Players Entering the Big 12 Championship?

The Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship begins March 4, and the conference boasts plenty of talented players. Between the likes of TCU’s Olivia...

March 2, 2026
Kansas freshman forward Jaliya Davis (25) shoots under the basket during the game against UMKC inside Allen Fieldhouse on Nov. 5, 2025.
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Jaliya Davis Has Been Dominating Big 12 Competition

Kansas freshman forward Jaliya Davis has dominated the Big 12, averaging 22.4 points (63% FG) and 6.5 rebounds in conference play. Davis is...

February 22, 2026