Steelers' New Rule Boosts Free Agency Push

0:00It's March 9th, here's your NFL news in two minutes. The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for NFL free agency, which kicks off officially on March 11th at 4 p.m. Eastern Time, but talks can start two days earlier on March 9th at noon Eastern Time. The team proposed a new rule, quietly approved last spring, that lets clubs make one video or phone call up to one hour long with as many as five. Free agents directly, this skips talking only through agents like before. That change gives teams, including the Steelers, a chance to connect personally with players right away. It could sway decisions by letting coaches and executives chat directly before signing. Pittsburgh plans to use it while keeping an eye on quarterback Aaron Rogers, whose future is still up in the air. The Steelers need help a wide receiver beyond their recent trade for DK Medcalf. Their link to 32-year-old Stefan Dicks, a reliable veteran coming off a solid year with the New England Patriots.

1:00Another target is Kansas City Chiefs Safety, Brian Cook, praised for his steady play in the secondary. Last season, Rogers signed a one-year deal worth $13,650,000 with Pittsburgh in June after some delays. He started 16 games through 24 touchdowns against seven picks and helped win the AFC North before a wild car playoff loss. Another size like to fit. General manager Omar Khan has kept talking with Rogers, who was enjoying his off-season with no deadline set. The team hopes to avoid another long wait like last year, but other clubs can now call Rogers to under the new rule. For now, Pittsburgh stays patient on all fronts. This episode is supported by our sponsor. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I-R-G-S-O-L-P-Lo.com.