Eric Hassel

Joined: May 11, 2020

Passionate and objective Steelers fan since the glory days of the 1970s. Contributor to STILL CURTAIN since 2019. Born and raised in Philly. Temple University alumnus.

Dec 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head c coach Mike Tomlin talks with Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward (97) against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' pitiful Week 15 loss vs. Eagles

Dec 8, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Ben Skowronek (15) reacts after a fumble recovery against the Cleveland Browns during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' statement Week 14 win vs. Browns

Nov 21, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' mind-numbing loss to the Cleveland Browns

Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin celebrates an 18-16 victory over the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' gritty Week 11 win over the Ravens

Nov 10, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin celebrates while leaving the field after the Steelers' game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' nail-biter Week 10 win vs. Commanders

Jul 27, 2023; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin (left) and general manager Omar Khan (middle) and chairman Art Rooney II talk on the field during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pittsburgh Steelers State of the Union after the much-needed bye week

New York Giants v Pittsburgh Steelers

What we learned from Steelers' gritty Week 8 win vs. the New York Giants

Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin (left) asks line judge Jay Bilbo (84) for a time-out against the New York Jets during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' astonishing Week 7 win vs. the NY Jets

Oct 13, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) gains yardage against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' breakout win in Week 6 vs. Raiders

Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) runs after a catch against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Dallas won 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

George Pickens may tread a Plaxico Burress-like path with Steelers

Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Dallas won 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers crushing loss versus the Dallas Cowboys

Sep 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' gut-wrenching loss vs. Colts in Week 4

Sep 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball as Los Angeles Chargers Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) chases during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Pittsburgh won 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' dominant win vs. the LA Chargers

Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin yells at down judge Dana McKenzie (8) in the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' low-scoring showdown vs. Broncos

Sep 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers place kicker Chris Boswell (9) reacts with tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) after kicking a field goal against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers astonishing win versus the Atlanta Falcons

Aug 24, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks at the scoreboard during a timeout against the Detroit Lions in the third quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers uninspiring 2024 roster hardly has the look of a champion