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Bengals, Shemar Stewart contract standoff reaction from former All-Pro
Bengals, Shemar Stewart contract standoff reaction from former All-Pro

Yahoo

time12 hours ago

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  • Yahoo

Bengals, Shemar Stewart contract standoff reaction from former All-Pro

How the outside world has reacted to the contract drama between the Cincinnati Bengals and first-round pick Shemar Stewart has been all over the place. How the Bengals themselves reacted to Stewart publicly bashing them has been up for discussion, too. Advertisement The widespread reactions have even reached former NFL players such as the retired Joe Haden, who talked about the situation with Kay Adams around the time Stewart left Bengals minicamp early. RELATED: Bengals, Shemar Stewart nuclear option includes 2026 NFL draft route To keep it short, Haden bemoaned the entire situation and fell on the side of those who think it's a terrible thing all around that Stewart has already left the team early after being very vocal with his frustration. The Bengals have between now and training camp to really iron out the issues with the rookie before things get even messier. Advertisement Haden's reaction: RELATED: Bengals standouts after mandatory minicamp includes surprises This article originally appeared on Bengals Wire: Bengals, Shemar Stewart contract standoff reaction from former All-Pro

"You just got to be a grown man":  Joe Haden's advice for Aaron Rodgers as Pittsburgh Steelers look to make Super Bowl push
"You just got to be a grown man":  Joe Haden's advice for Aaron Rodgers as Pittsburgh Steelers look to make Super Bowl push

Time of India

time4 days ago

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  • Time of India

"You just got to be a grown man": Joe Haden's advice for Aaron Rodgers as Pittsburgh Steelers look to make Super Bowl push

Aaron Rodgers and Joe Haden (via Getty Images) As Aaron Rodgers prepares for his much-awaited debut with the Pittsburgh Steelers, former corner Joe Haden provided him with some tough words of advice. Aaron Rodgers, in his 21st NFL season and first with the Steelers, is projected to provide leadership and veteran composure to a team that's invested heavily in 2025. But as Joe Haden suggests, just plain talent will not determine Rodgers' success in Pittsburgh. Joe Haden challenges Aaron Rodgers to accept Mike Tomlin 's tough-love leadership approach before 2025 NFL season Joe Haden is familiar with what it takes to succeed under Mike Tomlin. When asked what he'd tell Aaron Rodgers as he enters one of the league's toughest atmospheres, Joe Haden didn't blink. "You just got to be a grown man, go there, be honest," Joe Haden said. "Coach Tomlin does a great job of being able to build real, genuine relationships with people. Me and him had a relationship where you could just talk... One thing he's going to do, he's going to be blatantly honest with you, so you just need to be honest with him. Coach Tomlin is so real. There's no fluff, there's no fake, so when he tells you something, he means it. " Joe Haden on Bengals Contract Issues, TJ Watt Drama, Rodgers Joining Steelers, Golfing vs Legends Rodgers, at 41, is joining a Steelers roster that has built a win-now roster. Pittsburgh went 9–8 in 2024, then acquired the veteran quarterback with one obvious goal: to pursue a Super Bowl championship before his clock runs out. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Colorado: Gov Will Cover Your Cost To Install Solar If You Live In These Zips SunValue Learn More Undo Recovering from a torn Achilles, Rodgers still managed to register 3,897 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in his shortened 2024 season with the Jets—a testament that he can still play at an elite level. The Pittsburgh Steelers last won a playoff game in 2016, and that's not what should be expected of a team with this kind of legacy. Also read: "This is mild for AFC North football": Fans react to Myles Garrett and Aaron Rodgers' AFC North rivalry revival Joe Haden's counsel isn't going to be about mechanics or play calling—it's going to be about attitude. And as the Steelers start anew with a legend of a quarterback at the helm, how Rodgers reacts to that challenge could well decide how far they go.

Joe Haden Reveals Key to Steelers' Most Important Relationship
Joe Haden Reveals Key to Steelers' Most Important Relationship

Yahoo

time6 days ago

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Joe Haden Reveals Key to Steelers' Most Important Relationship

Joe Haden Reveals Key to Steelers' Most Important Relationship originally appeared on Athlon Sports. For as long as the Pittsburgh Steelers continue to leave January without a playoff victory, a portion of the fanbase will be calling for head coach Mike Tomlin to be relieved of his duties. Advertisement He'll be accused of prioritizing his streak of non-losing seasons over taking championship-caliber risks. They'll say the game has passed him by, or that he isn't capable of making the right hire at offensive coordinator. Tomlin isn't immune to criticism, but with the backing of the Pittsburgh braintrust and a reputation for being an elite players' coach, it's safe to assume he isn't going anywhere soon. His reputation is part of why Aaron Rodgers chose Western Pennsylvania over an extra year of Malibu-bound retirement. Their relationship has quickly become one of the most important in the organization. Former Steelers cornerback Joe Haden revealed the key to Tomlin and Rodgers getting along. Advertisement 'You just got to be a grown man, go there, be honest,' Haden said on 'Up & Adams with Kay Adams.' 'Coach Tomlin does a great job of being able to build real, genuine relationships with people. Me and him had a relationship where you could just talk… One thing he's going to do, he's going to be blatantly honest with you, so you just need to be honest with him. 'Coach Tomlin is so real. There's no fluff, there's no fake, so when he tells you something, he means it. You can go so far from that. I think that Coach T and Aaron are both gonna have respect for each other and be able to just have open lines of communication.' Rodgers raved about Tomlin in his introductory presser. His Green Bay Packers beat Pittsburgh in Rodgers' only Super Bowl, and the coach's resume speaks for itself. His status as a stalwart is meaningful, especially compared to Rodgers' last stop, when New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh was fired in October. Rodgers was asked to save his second team. In Pittsburgh, he'll be joining a playoff-ready roster with significant expectations and the consistency to justify them. Advertisement With Tomlin in the building, Rodgers won't redefine Pittsburgh's culture. But he will define its 2025 campaign, and he's Tomlin's best shot at competing. Related: How Much Are the Steelers Paying Aaron Rodgers? Related: Soul-Bound: Rodgers Looked Inward for Steelers Signing This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.

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