First Call: Ex-Steelers say its time to move on from Patrick Queen; Team Canada’s coach grousing about 3-on-3
Key Points:
- Team Canada’s hockey coach Jon Cooper criticized the use of 3-on-3 hockey overtime at the Olympics after losing to the United States in the gold medal game, calling the format “not hockey anymore” and TV-driven.
- Former Steelers James Harrison and Joe Haden publicly called for the Pittsburgh Steelers to release inside linebacker Patrick Queen, citing his high salary cap hit and inconsistent big-play production despite solid tackle numbers.
- NFL Competition Committee co-chair Rich McKay indicated there is currently no active proposal to ban the “Tush Push” quarterback sneak play, suggesting the league may not pursue a ban after a failed vote last offseason.
- The Los Angeles Rams are pushing for an NFL rule change to clarify the review process and overturn mechanism following a controversial