Loyal Ricks Jr

Researching and reporting the latest sports news is my lifelong passion. My love for sports began with picking up a Football. Experiences traveling to FBU Top Gun, Army All-American Bowls, Combines and other events developed my understanding of the game. In 2015, I enrolled into Delaware State University to study Mass Communications. My concentration of TV, Radio and Film helped me learn the skills and practices of media. I graduated in 2019 and since then, my focus has been reporting news to the masses with the goal to help all understand the sports we love to watch!

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) throws against Baltimore Ravens defensive end Brent Urban (97) during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers QB Kenny Pickett is a better ROTY candidate than Brock Purdy

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Malik Reed #50 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with Minkah Fitzpatrick #39 and Alex Highsmith #56 in the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Alternative candidates for Steelers Team MVP award in 2022

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 01: Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers heads to the locker room after defeating the Baltimore Ravens during an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on January 01, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Steelers have a future Super Bowl winning quarterback in Kenny Pickett

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T.J. Watt #90 and Alex Highsmith #56 of the Pittsburgh Steelers. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Steelers must take advantage of AFC North QBs in remaining games

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George Pickens #14 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the game against the New England Patriots at Acrisure Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Steelers will use George Pickens as their primary target in the near future

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Najee Harris #22 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates after scoring touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Believe it or not, Steelers still have a shot at clinching the playoffs

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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Tomlin’s record and Steelers reputation can still be saved by end season

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George Pickens #14 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the game against the New England Patriots at Acrisure Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Steelers players who will assist Mike Tomlin in reviving the season

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Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers huddles with teammates during the game against the New York Jets at Acrisure Stadium on October 2, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Steelers slow start raise concerns for fans hoping for a playoff berth

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 22: Le'Veon Bell #26 of the New York Jets is tackled by Devin Bush #55 of the Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium on December 22, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Upcoming Steelers games that will test Pittsburgh’s strength

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Sep 11, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton (20) huddles his team prior to the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers play-making was the key to victory vs Bengals

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Aug 28, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) scrambles with the ball against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers defense will help Trubisky get comfortable early this season

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Diontae Johnson #18 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field on December 05, 2021 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Steelers expect Diontae Johnson to lead the receiving core this season

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (65) and Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard (94) chase Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22).

Steelers need to set the tone early in the season with Week 1 win

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Devin Bush Pittsburgh Steelers (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

Steelers Devin Bush will prove his worth in the upcoming season

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Myles Jack #44 of the Jacksonville Jaguars. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Steelers need these defensive stars to have big seasons in 2022

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