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.

AFC Wild Card Playoffs: Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

Steelers need to take a step back in 2025 to set up success in 2026 NFL Draft

New York Jets v Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers' 2025 draft strategy must wait for one crucial roster decision

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks on from the bench against the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

5 changes Steelers must make this offseason to avoid another disaster in 2025

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' one-and-done Wild Card loss vs. Ravens

Cincinnati Bengals v Pittsburgh Steelers

What we learned from Steelers' miserable Week 18 loss against the Bengals

Dec 25, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson (41) tackles Kansas City Chiefs running back Samaje Perine (34) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' incriminating Week 17 loss vs. Chiefs

Dec 21, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) passes during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

What we learned from Steelers' shameful Week 16 loss vs. Ravens

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