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Jaguars Give Steelers Another WR Option

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10 months ago

March 7, 2025

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for wide receiver depth, and while a splashy signing like Chris Godwin or Darius Slayton is the talk of the town, a new name has emerged that might fit their needs in a different role.

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced the release of several players as they prepare to make moves in free agency. Of those names, wide receiver/return specialist Devin Duvernay was one to hit the open market.

Duvernay, 27, is a two-time Pro Bowler as a return man and a former third-round pick for the Baltimore Ravens. At 5-foot-11, just over 200 pounds, he offers capabilities as a depth wideout, but has excelled in the NFL as a returner. Something the Steelers will be looking for this offseason.

With Cordarrelle Patterson not meeting expectations in 2024, it’s unlikely the team brings him back for another run. If they do, Duvernay is off the table. If they don’t, the former Jacksonville Jaguar makes a lot of sense for Pittsburgh.

In just 14 returns last season, his only with the Jaguars, Duvernay totaled 351 yards, averaging over 25 yards per return on the season. His lowest mark ever came in 2023 during his final run with the Ravens, averaging 19.3.

With Jaylen Warren likely being tendered by Pittsburgh, his role is expected to expand. So, putting him back as a kick returner might not be in their plans this upcoming season. Calvin Austin is great as a punt returner, but might take on too big of a role in the offense to do everything this season as well.

So, the team could use another option. And with Duvernay likely being cheap and coming with quality special teams play, it makes sense for Pittsburgh to consider him as an option in free agency.

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Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland closing after more than four decades

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9 hours ago

January 9, 2026

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Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland closing after more than four decades

January 9, 2026 / 6:04 AM EST
/ CBS Pittsburgh

A longtime staple near Pitt’s campus is closing its doors after more than four decades of business in Oakland.

Hemingway’s Cafe announced Thursday that it will be closing for good in May after more than 40 years along Forbes Avenue in the heart of Oakland.

“Since opening in 1983, Hemingway’s has been more than just a bar – it’s been a home, a meeting place, and an Oakland staple for generations of students, alumni, locals, and friends at the heart of the University of Pittsburgh,” the bar said.

Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland has announced it will be closing for good in May after more than four decades of business near the University of Pittsburgh’s campus.

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The bar said while they are sad to be closing, they’re also grateful for the decades of memories, laughter, friendship, and traditions over the years.

“Thank you for making Hemingway’s what it has been for over four decades,” the bar said.

A final closing date for Hemingway’s hasn’t been announced.

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Jack McGregor, original founder of Pittsburgh Penguins, dies at 91

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21 hours ago

January 8, 2026

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Jack McGregor, original founder of Pittsburgh Penguins, dies at 91

January 8, 2026 / 8:28 PM EST
/ CBS Pittsburgh

Jack McGregor, a former state senator and the original founder of the Pittsburgh Penguins, died at the age of 91 on Tuesday. The organization announced the news in a post on social media on Thursday.

“The team extends our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time,” a post on X said.

No other information was provided in the post, which was shared before the team’s game at PPG Paints Arena against the New Jersey Devils.

Pittsburgh Penguins original owner Jack McGregor drops a ceremonial puck between Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Ryan Getzlaf #15 of the Anaheim Ducks at PPG Paints Arena on October 15, 2016 in Pittsburgh.

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According to his biography on the United States Senate Library, McGregor served in the state Senate from 1963-1970. He represented District 44 in Allegheny County and was a Republican.

He was born in Kittanning, Armstrong County, and attended the University of Pittsburgh and Quinnipiac University before getting into politics, according to his biography. He also served in the United States Marine Corps.

In 1966, the NHL granted a franchise to Pittsburgh after McGregor formed a group of investors that included H. J. Heinz II and Art Rooney. McGregor was named president and chief executive officer by the investors and represented Pittsburgh on the NHL’s Board of Governors, according to his biography.

The team played its first game in 1967 at the Civic Arena. McGregor owned the team for four years before selling it.

There is also a scholarship in his name at Pitt. It aims to provide “financial assistance to a law student who excels academically and has committed to working in the public sector,” the university says.

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