Daily News & Links: T.J. Watt Pass-Rushing Teach Tape; Steelers Among Most Improved Teams

Steelers OLB T.J. Watt
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt rushes the passer against the Cincinnati Bengals on Dec. 23, 2023. -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now

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? The official NFL account on X posted a pass-rushing teach tape featuring the three-time sack leader T.J. Watt.

? Jeffri Chadiha of NFL.com named the Pittsburgh Steelers among the nine most improved teams ahead of 2024 NFL season.

? D. Orlando Ledbetter, Falcons Beat Writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, won the Bill Nunn Memorial Award that is given annually by the Professional Football Writers of America to a reporter for their “long and distinguished contribution to pro football through coverage.”

? Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo said on 937 The fan that he expects Pat Freiermuth to get an extension. That will make him one of the 10 highest-paid tight ends in NFL. Around $12-13 million annually.

? Pro Football Focus ranked Myles Garrett as the No. 1 edge rusher in the NFL. T.J. Watt was ranked fourth.

? For the first time, Russell Wilson was featured in the Black and Gold.

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