Mike DeFabo

@MikeDeFabo

Steelers beat writer for @TheAthletic. Recovering hockey writer. @AmericanU grad. @LatrobeHighPost alum… Instagram: Mike.DeFabo

Pittsburgh, PA Joined September 2011

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Mike DeFabo @MikeDeFabo Jul 27

Take a ride with Mike McCarthy along Greenfield Avenue, where his homecoming brings him back to the neighborhood he loves — and the painful reminders of the brother he lost.

“In a lot of ways, frankly, this is for Joe.”

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www.nytimes.com Mike McCarthy came home to Pittsburgh, his family and the grief he can’t escape (Gift Article) As the Steelers coach gave a tour of the Pittsburgh neighborhood where he grew up, the complicated aspects of his return became clear.

Mike DeFabo @MikeDeFabo 1d

At least according to the NFL’s game day accountability site, Steelers guard Mason McCormick was NOT fined for body slamming Jared Verse. The play was penalized on the field.

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Mike DeFabo @MikeDeFabo 1d

Steelers safety Jaquan Brisker was fined $17,911 for a “blow to the head or neck” on Deshaun Watson.

Mike DeFabo @MikeDeFabo 3d

After standing pat last year, it’s time for the Steelers to error on the side of over-aggressiveness at the trade deadline.

Who should they target?
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www.nytimes.com Who should the Steelers target at the trade deadline? Options at WR, CB, safety (Gift Article) Pittsburgh is in position to make a move before Tuesday's trade deadline.

Mike DeFabo @MikeDeFabo 4d

How did I do as GM?

Daniel Popper @danielrpopper 4d

Spent the last week simulating negotiations for trade candidates. Our awesome beat writers @TheAthletic represented the teams they cover. I facilitated the exchange of offers until we ended up at deal or no deal.

The result: Mock Trade Deadline.

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