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Jesse Kirkendall

Jesse Kirkendall has covered the Pittsburgh Steelers from a journalistic perspective since 2009, but has been a die-hard fan of the Black and Gold all his life. Although he was born in Texas, he has ties to the state of Pennsylvania through his mother, who grew up in Windber, a town about two hours away from Pittsburgh. He is currently part of the writing staff at FanSided's Still Curtain.

Jan 8, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore (8) throws the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Bud Dupree (48) defends during the first half in the AFC Wild Card playoff football game at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers’ Bud Dupree will play key role in generating pass rush versus Chiefs

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Steelers finally have Le’Veon Bell available for playoff run

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Dec 18, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Justin Gilbert (24) against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. The Steelers won 24-20. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers must find out what they have in Justin Gilbert

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Dec 4, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Cobi Hamilton (83) warms up before playing the New York Giants at Heinz Field. Pittsburgh won 24-14. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers’ young receivers need plenty of time on the field in regular season finale

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Oct 1, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Justin Forsett (29) rushes the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) defends during the overtime period at Heinz Field. The Ravens won 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Ravens: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Jan 9, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) against the Cincinnati Bengals during a AFC Wild Card playoff football game at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Bengals: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Steelers’ Le’Veon Bell slaughters Bills’ defense in record fashion

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Dec 4, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Ladarius Green (89) catches a touchdown pass against the New York Giants during the third quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 24-14. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers unleash Ladarius Green in their push for a spot in the playoffs

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Nov 13, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) calls a play against the Dallas Cowboys during the first quarter of their game at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Jason Bridge-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Giants: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) calls a play to wide receiver Martavis Bryant (10) and running back Fitzgerald Toussaint (33) and tight end Heath Miller (83) in the first quarter against the Denver Broncos in an AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger looks to continue impressive December stats, secure playoff berth

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Dec 6, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison (92) and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (R) shake hands after their game at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 45-10. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers at Colts: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Nov 6, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) reacts against the Cleveland Browns in the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Cowboys: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Dec 27, 2015; Baltimore, MD, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) drops back to pass during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Baltimore Ravens defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers at Ravens: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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Oct 2, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Sammie Coates (14) at the line of scrimmage against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 43-14. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers’ Sammie Coates looks to repeat early season success against Ravens

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Sep 20, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) is sacked by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 43-18. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers’ pass rush desperately needs return of Bud Dupree

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Sep 10, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offense lines up against the New England Patriots defense during the first quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Patriots: Breakdown, Matchups, and Predictions

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