Steelers' second-year RB turning heads at OTAs

Pittsburgh Steelersrunning backKaleb Johnsonmay have been responsible for one of thebiggest rookie blundersin NFL history, but he's apparently ready to turn the page on his 2025 season following a strong performance at OTAs.

On a new episode of Steel City Insider, Jim Wexell reported that he was wowed by Johnson's performance at OTAs and believes the young running back made massive improvements heading into Year 2.

“Kaleb Johnson has gotten first-team reps, and he looks like he’s all business,”Wexell said. “He looks like a guy that wants to make amends. … As a rookie, he couldn't pick up blitzes. And his pass-catching looks a lot better this year, let me tell you that. Now, what does he know about picking up blitzes now? Probably has been working on it. He's probably been working on his faults. There's a guy who's totally determined — would not surprise me if he shines in preseason."

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Johnson, who was selected by theSteelerswith the 83rd overall pick in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, failed to make an impact in his rookie season, recording 69 rushing yards on 28 attempts with limited playing time behind Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell.

Despite his strong showing at OTAs and the departure of Gainwell, Johnson still faces an uphill battle for snaps, as Warren and new Steelers running back Rico Dowdle are expected to control the workload this upcoming season.

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire:Steelers' Kaleb Johnson looking impressive at 2026 NFL OTAs

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May 24, 2026

Steelers' second-year RB turning heads at OTAs

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Giants legend Lawrence Taylor doing 'much better' after recent hospitalization

New York Giantslegend Lawrence Taylor is recovering well after a concerning health scare earlier this spring. The Hall of Fame linebacker, 67, washospitalized in late Aprilin New Jersey due to a stomach-related ailment, later identified as a severe case of pancreatitis.

According to his attorney Mark Eiglarsh, Taylor spent approximately two weeks receiving treatment before beingdischarged on May 5. Eiglarsh recently shared that the defensive icon is now “much better,” feeling well and back on the golf course, though his game has slightly regressed since the hospitalization.

“He’s feeling well and is back on the golf course,”Eiglarsh told the New York Post. “While his game has taken a step backwards since the hospitalization, he’s grateful to be back out there, playing the sport that he loves.”

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Taylor expressed deep gratitude to the medical staff for their exceptional care and thanked fans for their outpouring of support and prayers, which provided him with strength during the challenging period.

"[He is] deeply grateful to the entire medical staff for their exceptional care and unwavering support," Eiglarsh said. "Mr. Taylor would also like to sincerely thank everyone for the outpouring of love, support, and prayers. Knowing that so many people were thinking of him and praying for his recovery gave him strength and helped carry him through a very challenging time."

The 13-year Giants veteran, who recorded 142 sacks and helped secure two Super Bowl victories, remains one of the most celebrated figures in NFL history. His recovery has been welcomed by the Giants community and football fans nationwide.

This article originally appeared on Giants Wire:Giants legend Lawrence Taylor doing 'much better' after recent hospitalization

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May 24, 2026

Giants legend Lawrence Taylor doing 'much better' after recent hospitalization

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How Helio Castroneves can make history at 2026 Indy 500

In 2001, a Brazilian rookie named Helio Castroneves started his first Indianapolis 500. 25 years later, he can leave America's most iconic track having done something no other driver has in the race's 109 runnings.

Castroneves is one of four to have won the Indy 500 four times, including in that first go-round in 2001. A fifth would put him in a stratosphere all to himself. The 51-year-old star last etched his face on the Borg Warner Trophy in 2021, but remains a viable contender on the pavement even as he's wound down his IndyCar career. In the years since he's won multiple 24 Hours of Daytona crowns as well as two Petit Le Mans titles -- though both are team events.

If Castroneves can rise upafter qualifying in 14th position, he'll add another bullet point to his argument behind "greatest IndyCar driver of all time." Here's who he's looking to separate himself from, as well as the other drivers who can inch closer to open wheel immortality Sunday.

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Who are the drivers who've won four Indy 500s?

Castroneves won his Baby Borgs (the miniature version of the trophy given to race winners) in 2001, 2002, 2009 and 2021. That put him in rarified air alongside:

• A.J. Foyt: 1961, 1964, 1967, 1977

• Al Unser Sr.: 1970, 1971, 1978, 1987

• Rick Mears: 1979, 1984, 1988, 1991

Which drivers can win a third Indy 500 in 2026?

Two drivers in this year's field have two wins to their name. Takuma Sato won in 2017 and 2020. Josef Newgarden won back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024.

This article originally appeared on For The Win:2026 Indy 500: How Helio Castroneves can do something no driver ever has

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May 24, 2026

How Helio Castroneves can make history at 2026 Indy 500

In 2001, a Brazilian rookie named Helio Castroneves started his first Indianapolis 500. 25 years later, he can leave America's most...

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